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Rory McIlroy isn’t talking about the story on everyone’s mind
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Rory McIlroy isn’t talking about the story on everyone’s mind

Rory McIlroy deflected questions about LIV Golf during a press conference ahead of the PGA Championship, despite the recent departure of two top players to the upstart league. McIlroy, who has been a vocal critic of LIV Golf, refused to delve into the specific details of the situation, emphasizing his focus on the upcoming tournament. He acknowledged the importance of momentum but declined to comment on how the recent events could potentially impact his performance. Instead, McIlroy reiterated his commitment to the PGA Tour and expressed his excitement about the upcoming major championship.

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Rory McIlroy’s fascinating feel, Rose Zhang’s wild finish | Monday Finish
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Rory McIlroy’s fascinating feel, Rose Zhang’s wild finish | Monday Finish

In this edition of the Monday Finish, we recap the weekend that was and look ahead to what’s next in golf. Rory McIlroy showcased his brilliant feel and touch around the greens again en route to victory at the Dubai Desert Classic, while Rose Zhang delivered a wild finish to win the Honda LPGA Thailand. We also look at the breakout performance of Kurt Kitayama, who matched the course record at the Genesis Invitational.

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Rory McIlroy’s Pursuit of a Fifth Major Championship
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Rory McIlroy’s Pursuit of a Fifth Major Championship

Rory McIlroy is determined to claim his fifth major championship title at the upcoming PGA Championship. In a recent interview, McIlroy expressed confidence in his current form, stating that he believes he has improved as a player since his last major victory in 2014. Despite acknowledging that he needs to secure another major to solidify his legacy, McIlroy remains optimistic and sees his recent win as a positive step toward his goal.

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Rory, Rickie, Phil and a trophy fumble. Remembering Valhalla, 10 years later
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Rory, Rickie, Phil and a trophy fumble. Remembering Valhalla, 10 years later

At Valhalla, the 2010 PGA Championship turned into a dramatic clash of titans. Rory McIlroy, fresh off a dominating win at Congressional, was poised to claim another major. But it was Rickie Fowler who stole the early spotlight, grabbing a seven-shot second-round lead. In the final round, Phil Mickelson’s charge fell just short, leaving the door open for McIlroy and Fowler. The tournament came down to the final two holes, with McIlroy ultimately hoisting the Wanamaker Trophy. However, the celebration took an unexpected turn when McIlroy fumbled the trophy on the 18th green.

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Rory closes with 65, wins record 4th Wells Fargo
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Rory closes with 65, wins record 4th Wells Fargo

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Rory McIlroy became the only four-time winner of the Wells Fargo Championship on Sunday, holing a 12-foot eagle putt on the par-5 15th for good measure in a closing 65 that gave him a two-shot victory over Matthew Fitzpatrick. McIlroy, 33, joined Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods as the only players with as many as three victories in the tournament that began in 2003 at Quail Hollow Club.

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Rory McIlroy blasts past Xander Schauffele to win Wells Fargo Championship
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Rory McIlroy blasts past Xander Schauffele to win Wells Fargo Championship

Rory McIlroy captured the Wells Fargo Championship on Sunday, overcoming a four-shot deficit to defeat Xander Schauffele by two strokes. McIlroy fired a final-round 68 to finish at 10-under-par 270, while Schauffele, who led after each of the first three rounds, carded a 72. The victory marks McIlroy’s first PGA Tour win since the 2019 WGC-HSBC Champions and his 20th overall Tour title. McIlroy’s triumph solidifies his status as one of the world’s top golfers and positions him as a contender in upcoming major championships.

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Rory 1 back of Schauffele after 67 at Wells Fargo
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Rory 1 back of Schauffele after 67 at Wells Fargo

Rory McIlroy is just one stroke behind leader Xander Schauffele after a fine 67 in the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship.

McIlroy, a two-time champion at Quail Hollow Club, mixed five birdies with two bogeys to sit on eight under par, with Schauffele leading the way on nine under.

The Northern Irishman made a flying start with three birdies in his first six holes, but he dropped shots on the seventh and 11th before bouncing back with further birdies on the 12th, 15th and 16th.

“I’m happy with my round,” said McIlroy. “I felt like I played really well. I hit a lot of good shots and gave myself a lot of chances. I just need to capitalize on a few more of them tomorrow.”

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Schauffele up 4 at Wells Fargo; Rory, Day in 2nd
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Schauffele up 4 at Wells Fargo; Rory, Day in 2nd

Schauffele has taken a commanding lead at the Wells Fargo Championship, sitting four strokes ahead of the chasing pack following the second round. Xander Schauffele shot a four-under 66 to move to 10-under for the tournament, while Rory McIlroy and Jason Day share second place on six-under.

The Northern Irishman, McIlroy, carded a two-under 68, while Day, the former world No. 1, shot a three-under 67. Schauffele has been in impressive form this season, with a win at the Genesis Invitational and a runner-up finish at the Masters.

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McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks
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McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks

Rory McIlroy is joining a newly formed PGA Tour player advisory council that will discuss matters including potential Saudi-backed golf events.

McIlroy had been outspoken in his stance against the rival series operated by Greg Norman, but it appears his stance may have softened with the emergence of this committee to facilitate discussions and protect the PGA Tour. It will comprise 16 members, half of whom are not currently player directors on the tour’s policy board.

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Schauffele seizes lead, Rory in mix at Wells Fargo
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Schauffele seizes lead, Rory in mix at Wells Fargo

Xander Schauffele seized a slim one-stroke lead after the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship on Friday, with Rory McIlroy lurking two shots adrift. Schauffele carded a three-under-par 68 to move to nine under for the tournament, one ahead of American Max Homa (69). World number one Scottie Scheffler (70) is tied for third on seven under alongside South Korean Im Sung-jae (68). McIlroy, chasing his first PGA Tour win since October 2021, produced a rollercoaster 69 featuring six birdies and three bogeys. The four-time major champion sits in a tie for fifth on seven under.

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