Rory McIlroy put himself back in contention at the 2017 British Open after he shot a two-under 68 in the second round in tough conditions at Royal Birkdale on Friday to enter the weekend at one under overall.
After going five over in the first six holes of his opening round, McIlroy finished well on Thursday to start Friday one over par.
The world No. 4 looked imperious early on the second day as he went out in 31 after birdies at the first, third and sixth. He then battled valiantly against the high winds to post a one-over 37 on the back nine.