3 h. ago PGA Championships: Rory McIlroy dodges early exit after strong back nine but title hopes dwindling

The Northern Irishman hit three successive bogeys on the front nine

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6 h. ago Blunt Hovland talks down early promise at Wentworth while McIlroy struggles

Norwegian ‘struggling’ despite being in title contentionMcIlroy flirts with cut line at PGA ChampionshipIt is difficult to square Viktor Hovland’s excellent position on the Wentworth leaderboard with the Norwegian’s blunt assessment of his game. The 27-year-old claimed he hit certain shots on the West Course on Friday that “hurt my soul”.Hovland has been in a state of technical flux all year, with his driving a particular cause for concern. He is perfectly candid about that, despite rounds of 67 and 66 at this PGA Championship. Hovland’s next start will come as part of team Europe in the Ryder Cup. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Rory McIlroy proves Wentworth is no picnic as he makes a meal of BMW PGA Championship start and finish

World No.2 had stormed back from a dodgy start before a couple of late mishaps set him back once again on day two

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8 h. ago Rory McIlroy avoids cut trouble but off the pace at Wentworth

Four birdies in five holes on the back nine helped last week’s Irish Open champion reach the halfway stage at three under par.

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24 h. ago PGA Championship: Rory McIlroy finds water on 18th to sit five shots off pace

It was a better afternoon for Ryder Cup team-mates Ludvig Aberg and Matt Fitzpatrick

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27 h. ago Rory McIlroy finds water on 18th to sit five shots off pace at PGA Championship

The world number two arrived in Surrey fresh from winning his home open with a thrilling play-off victory over Joakim Lagergren at the K Club.

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37 h. ago Consider a mullet carefully ... hairdressers on 12 ways to avoid a salon disaster

Whether you’re looking for a trim or a total restyle, top hairstylists reveal how to get the best cut for youSome people love going to the hairdresser while others dread it. How can you make the most of your visit and achieve the best possible look? Stylists share their tips for getting a cut that suits you – and avoiding a hairdo disaster. Continue reading...

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53 h. ago Why Rory McIlroy is in different league to most of his BMW PGA rivals

Scot reckons he’d start two seconds behind Masters champion on the grid if they were F1 cars

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55 h. ago Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup plans don't include Florida return after UK move for wife

Rory McIlroy has revealed he has no plans to visit his Florida home before the 2025 Ryder Cup, instead opting to stay closer to New York as he gets ready for the team tournament

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57 h. ago Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald insists Europe pairings are not ‘set in stone’

Rory McIlroy will play the first two days at Wentworth alongside Shane Lowry and Jon Rahm, while Tommy Fleetwood will be with Justin Rose.

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61 h. ago Rory McIlroy's feelings on golf retirement are clear as he makes honest admission

Rory McIlroy has enjoyed a career-best season in 2022, but the five-time major champion is aware that he is in the latter stages of his time as a professional golfer

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61 h. ago Bob MacIntyre headlines mouthwatering Ryder Cup hints as Scots hero teams up with LIV star

Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm together as are Bob MacIntyre and Tyrrell Hatton as squad heroes go out at Wentworth

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62 h. ago Rory McIlroy setting new major targets for best mate caddie two decades on

World No.2 has done the lot but he wants even more big-time glory with his long-term friend on the bag

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62 h. ago Rory McIlroy: Defending Ryder Cup champions Europe will be underdogs at Bethpage Black

Europe looking to emulate 2012’s Medina ‘miracle’

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62 h. ago Rory McIlroy lets Team USA know what he thinks after they make major Ryder Cup blunder

A Team USA Ryder Cup t-shirt has gone on sale that appears to feature a silhouette of Rory McIlroy, and the Northern Irishman has been asked for his thoughts on the matter

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63 h. ago Rory McIlroy on Europe’s Ryder Cup chances: ‘We’re still underdogs’

Europe will hope to become the first team to win the Ryder Cup on foreign soil since 2012

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3 d. ago Grant Forrest on 'bonkers' Donald Trump call and Rory McIlroy practice round

Scot enjoys chance to ‘measure up’ against Masters champion in BMW PGA warm up at Wentworth

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3 d. ago Bob MacIntyre saluted by Europe's elite as Rory McIlroy tells Oban ace he's 'one of the best in the world'

European heroes Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and Justin Rose lead the plaudits for Scottish hero ahead of Ryder Cup

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3 d. ago Team USA make early Ryder Cup faux pas with ‘McIlroy’ silhouette t

Navy top carries the slogan ‘USA Ryder Cup 2025’Social media erupted after item went on sale onlineThe United States has produced an early Ryder Cup faux pas after an official t-shirt appeared on sale, featuring a silhouette which bears an uncanny resemblance to Europe’s Rory McIlroy. What on earth was wrong with Scottie Scheffler? McIlroy is the leading name on the European roster to face the US at Bethpage on the final weekend of September.Social media erupted after the item appeared on the US element of the official Ryder Cup shop. Costing $65, the navy Ralph Lauren t-shirt carries the slogan ‘USA Ryder Cup 2025.’ The golfer performing a follow through as the backdrop is almost certainly McIlroy albeit the Northern Irishman shrugged off the bizarre matter at Wentworth on Tuesday. McIlroy suggested the golfer looks more like Adam Scott; which would actually be just as curious, given he is Australian. The PGA of America has been contacted for comment. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Rory McIlroy delighted his Bob MacIntyre prediction came true as he hails 'one of best players in world'

Scot’s Rome mentor says Oban man is ‘one of the players Europe will look to and lean on’ at Bethpage Black

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