Rory McIlroy and his wife, Erica Stoll, weathered a highly publicized divorce drama last year when McIlroy filed for divorce the day after Mother’s Day, only to dismiss the petition less than a month later amid rumors of marriage troubles.

Rory McIlroy, at the Scottish Open on Wednesday, called it “one of the underappreciated things.” And he’s living proof.

Rory McIlroy was among several top golfers struggling with harsh conditions at Oakmont during the U.S. Open first round, shooting 4-over despite a strong start.