McIlroy’s 65 is the kind of score that Pinehurst may not yield again in the three days remaining, and that puts him squarely in contention – yet again – to do what he hasn’t done in a decade and win another major.
Martin Kaymer dominated from start to finish to win the 2014 US Open at Pinehurst No.2. A decade later, he’s taken a pretty extreme measure to try to rediscover the good vibes from that week.
The explanation for the increase was notable for what it means in the context of what the USGA is trying to do overall in elevating its biggest championship.
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In his press conference at Pinehurst overnight (Australian time), McIlroy told the gathered media that he may be on the verge of a breakthrough, having gone winless in majors since the 2014 PGA at Valhalla.
Australian Golf Digest
