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McIlroy closes within two strokes of BMW PGA lead after birdie-eagle finish
September 19, 2026 at 05:55 PM · Updated 27d ago
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BNBBC News
BMW PGA Championship: Eagle leaves Rory McIlroy two off the lead at Wentworth
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ESESPN
McIlroy jumps into BMW Open contention after strong finish
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TGThe Guardian
Rory McIlroy gives himself a chance to repeat history at PGA Championship
(opens the publisher’s site)Rory McIlroy shot 3-under 69 in the third round at Wentworth, moving to 11-under 205, two strokes off the shared lead before Sunday's final round.
- McIlroy birdied the 17th and holed a 230-yard four-iron for an eagle on the 18th to complete his round.
- Manuel Elvira and Filippo Celli each birdied the 18th to reach 13-under and share the lead.
- McIlroy said he has given himself a real opportunity in the final round and expects an interesting day with many players around the lead.
- McIlroy said he would avoid looking at leaderboards on the front nine and play aggressively on the back nine in the final round.