McIlroy back in form with lead at BMW Championship
Summary
Rory McIlroy returned to good form at the BMW Championship, shooting six under par in the first round to share the lead with four American players. He credited working with his swing coach and caddie to help improve his game after a disappointing finish last week.Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy scored six under par in the first round at Bellerive Country Club.
- He shares the lead with Gary Woodland, Wyndham Clark, JJ Spaun, and Chris Gotterup.
- McIlroy worked with swing coach Michael Bannon and caddie Harry Diamond to regain his form.
- The golf course layout suits McIlroy better than the previous tournament at Memphis.
- Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune shot five under par, placing just behind the leaders.
- Other notable players include Alex Fitzpatrick (England), Michael Thorbjornsen (USA), and Ludvig Aberg (Sweden).
- Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre withdrew from St Jude Championship earlier but was two under par at BMW Championship.
- World number one Scottie Scheffler struggled with four bogeys early in the round and ranked far behind.
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