Golf

US PGA: Rory McIlroy’s ‘messy’ opening 71 comes with a highlight from out of nowhere

Struggling with his game for 10 holes, a par putt from off the green helped turn things around somewhat

Rory McIlroy reacts to his drive from the 18th tee during the first round of the 2023 US PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York. Photograph: Warren Little/Getty Images
Rory McIlroy reacts to his drive from the 18th tee during the first round of the 2023 US PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York. Photograph: Warren Little/Getty Images
Philip Reid in Rochester, New York
Thu May 18 2023 - 21:19

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