When Rory McIlroy arrives at the Renaissance Club for the Scottish Open, he will be pleasantly surprised to find a plaque commemorating his remarkable shot on the 18th hole in 2023. Despite his disappointment at not winning the US Open, McIlroy will an important emotional boost as he returns to the course. Following his defeat to Bryson DeChambeau at the US Open, McIlroy took a break from the PGA Tour and had to deal with personal issues surrounding his divorce. However, upon his return to the Renaissance Club, he will be greeted by the sight of a plaque installed on the 18th hole, honoring his incredible 2-iron shot from over 200 yards that landed just 11 feet away, leading to a winning birdie. This shot, executed in the face of 40-mph wind, is widely regarded as one of the most impressive in recent history. Club founder Jerry Sarvadi shared the news, stating that they had just installed the plaque and planned to reveal it to McIlroy upon his arrival. McIlroy himself has acknowledged the significance of this shot, stating that it will be remembered as one of the best of his career, even when he is 80 years old. As the Scottish Open approaches on July 11, McIlroy will aim to build on his previous success at the Renaissance Club, where he emerged victorious last year. However, for now, he will focus on recovering mentally from his disappointing performance at the US Open. This recovery process has led him to skip the Travelers Championship and the Rocket Mortgage Classic, both of which offered significant prize money.