Rory McIlroy pledges to make it a dream come true at The 150th British Open

Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland lead The 150th British Open after third rounds

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Rory McIlroy said he was doing his best to stay in his "own little world" at the 150th Open

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crowds flocked to watch him fire a round of 66 to share a four-shot lead on the final day at Victor Hovland St. Andrews.

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"The support I've had this week has been absolutely incredible," McIlroy said.

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"I appreciate it and I feel it there. But at the same time

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I'm trying my hardest to stay in my own little world because that's the best way to get the best out of me.

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The Northern Irishman is well aware of his eight-year wait for a major championship since his Open victory

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