Golf analysts have found themselves split over whether a significant performance gap has emerged between Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy after the American claimed The Open Championship at Royal Portrush.

Rory McIlroy was supported by the home fans at Royal Portrush, but he was unable to challenge Scottie Scheffler as the American clinched The Open title

While fans expected that McIlroy could celebrate at the last Major this year, the Northern Irish golfer admitted that it is difficult to keep up with Scheffler and his pace.