The Open 2011: Wind and rain will suit me - Rory McIlroy

Rory McIlroy rates his opening round of 71 at the Open as "OK" and feels, given the tough conditions, if he can maintain level par he will be in contention.

The US Open champion believes the wind and rain will play into his hands this week, saying "the harder it is, the better for me."

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