Rory McIlroy changed his tune on the course conditions at Aronimink, praising them after a stellar round of golf that included six birdies, resulting in a four-under-par 66. This performance has put him back in the running for the US PGA Championship title, with the Northern Irish golfer feeling confident about his chances for a seventh major win.
At just one stroke behind the leaders, McIlroy’s strong play in the recent rounds has significantly improved his position after a challenging start to the tournament. Despite an initial struggle in the opening round, he has managed to bounce back impressively.
Competing in the morning session at Aronimink Golf Club, McIlroy briefly shared the lead with Maverick McNealy and Alex Smalley at four-under-par before a slip-up on the 17th hole set him back.
In a post-round interview, McIlroy acknowledged the difficulty of the greens but also recognized how it added excitement to the competition. He expressed his enjoyment of the tournament’s intensity and shared his plans to relax by watching some of the ongoing play and continuing to watch the movie “Batman: The Dark Knight” as a way to unwind.
As he awaited the conclusion of the day’s play, McIlroy remained optimistic about his chances, acknowledging the strong performances of his competitors behind him on the leaderboard. Despite a few errors towards the end of his round, he believed he had put himself in a good position for the final day.
The challenging conditions of the tournament eased up on Saturday, allowing players like Justin Rose and Michael Kim to make significant progress. McIlroy seized the opportunity to climb the leaderboard with a series of solid plays, positioning himself as a serious contender among a crowded field of competitors.
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