Rory McIlroy surges on Moving Day as a clogged PGA Championship leaderboard promises a dramatic Sunday

Key Points:

• Rory McIlroy improved significantly in the third round of the PGA Championship, shooting a 4-under 66 to move to three under for the tournament and just one shot behind the leaders heading into the final round.
• Despite early frustrations and criticism of Aronimink Golf Club’s difficult pin placements, McIlroy adapted well to the challenging conditions and positioned himself as a strong contender to win his second major of the year.
• Alex Smalley leads the tournament at 6-under after three rounds, with a tight group of top players including Jon Rahm and Ludvig Åberg close behind, making for a competitive final day.
• McIlroy acknowledged the course’s difficulty but appreciated the entertainment value it brought to the championship, expressing confidence in his ability to contend on Sunday after a slow start earlier in the week.
• The Northern Irish star aims to become the first player since Jordan Spieth in 2015 to win the first two majors of the year, building on his Masters victory earlier in the season.