Newtown Square, Pennsylvania —
Rory McIlroy’s Afternoon Plans
After finishing his third round at the PGA Championship, Rory McIlroy considered how to spend the rest of his Saturday afternoon.
Simple Evening Agenda
McIlroy had no extravagant plans for the day. He remarked, “I’ll watch a bit of golf and head back to the house to relax. I started ‘Batman: The Dark Knight’ last night, so I’ll try to finish that. It helps me unwind.”
Movie Spoiler Alert
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McIlroy’s Fan Appeal
Typically, McIlroy plays the hero’s role, especially at U.S. Ryder Cups, and he enjoys immense popularity at Aronimink Golf Club, where fans greet him warmly.
Sunday’s Challenge
However, on Sunday, McIlroy will take on the role of the adversary that others will strive to overcome. Having won the Masters this year, he aims to become the first player since Jordan Spieth in 2015 to win the first two majors of the year.
Competitive Round Analysis
McIlroy made significant progress on Saturday, improving from a total of +1 to -3 for the tournament with an impressive 4-under 66 round. This places him just one shot behind the leaders as he finished on the 18th green.
Looking Ahead
Despite a competitive field, with Alex Smalley leading at -6, McIlroy is just three shots off the lead. He expressed optimism, stating, “I feel like I did enough to have a chance going into tomorrow.”
