Rory McIlroy has shifted his stance on the course conditions at Aronimink after a stellar performance with six birdies, resulting in a four-under-par 66 round, propelling him back into contention for the US PGA Championship. The Northern Irish golfer now believes he is a strong contender for his seventh major victory. He mentioned a specific movie he plans to watch to help him relax and focus during the competition.
At 37 years old, McIlroy finds himself just one stroke behind the leaders after finishing his round. This follows a strong recovery from an initial four-over-par start that had hindered his chances of securing consecutive major wins.
Part of the early group at Aronimink Golf Club, McIlroy teed off well ahead of the leaders. Despite momentarily reaching the four-under mark held by overnight leaders Maverick McNealy and Alex Smalley, a dropped shot on the 17th hole set him back.
In a post-round interview, McIlroy acknowledged his previous frustrations with the greens but recognized the entertainment value it adds to the championship. He expressed interest in watching the ongoing play and shared his plans to relax by watching a movie at home.
As the leaderboard saw shifts with players like Justin Thomas and Jon Rahm making moves, McIlroy remained optimistic about his chances moving forward. Despite some errors in the final holes, he felt confident about his performance and positioning for the upcoming rounds.
With improved scoring conditions on Saturday, McIlroy capitalized on the opportunity to climb up the leaderboard with a series of birdies. Sky recently enhanced its TV and sports bundle, offering additional streaming services and a wide range of channels for sports enthusiasts.
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