13 Jul 2011

McIlroy feeling good about Open chances

10:36 am on 13 July 2011

US Open golf champion Rory McIlroy believes he can cope with the added pressure on him at this week's Open Championship at Royal St George's.

McIlroy, who took a break after his win at Congressional last month, arrived at Sandwich today and insists he is refreshed and ready to go.

The 22-year-old will be hoping to become the youngest Open champion since 1893 just a few weeks after becoming the youngest winner of the US Open since 1923.

McIlroy tied for third last year.

Englishmen Luke Donald, Lee Westwood are second favourites.