Rex Hoggard suggests how Rory McIlroy must be feeling heading into the final round at the PGA Championship
Rory McIlroy is three shots behind the leader, Alex Smalley, heading into the final round of the PGA Championship after a strong 66 in the third round. Despite a poor start in the opening round, McIlroy has steadily improved across all aspects of his game. Golf Channel analyst Rex Hoggard believes McIlroy has a strong chance if he continues his upward trajectory and stays within one or two strokes of the lead by the back nine.
- ▪Rory McIlroy shot a 66 in the third round to move within three shots of the PGA Championship lead.
- ▪He was seven shots off the lead after the first round but has progressively improved each round.
- ▪Rex Hoggard noted McIlroy's improved driving and overall game, emphasizing the importance of staying close to the lead by the 10th hole.
- ▪Six players are tied for second place, creating a tightly packed leaderboard at Aronimink.
- ▪McIlroy must maintain his momentum on the more challenging back nine to win his third PGA Championship.
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- ▪ 2026 PGA Championship final round LIVE: Smith, Lee and Rory McIlroy among the contenders as final round begins — The Sydney Morning Herald
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