PGA Championship 2026: You only need one stat to know why Rory McIlroy didn't win this week
Rory McIlroy's performance at the 2026 PGA Championship was hindered by his struggles on the course's easiest holes. Despite finishing at four under, he played the two par 5s in even par, which is unusual for him. This statistic highlights a key factor in his inability to secure a better finish in the tournament.
- ▪Rory McIlroy finished the tournament at four under.
- ▪He played the two easiest holes, par 5s No. 9 and No. 16, in even par.
- ▪McIlroy ranks fourth on the PGA Tour in par-5 scoring for the season.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 22:39:47 +0000 |
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