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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Ewan Murray at Wentworth

Blunt Hovland talks down early promise at Wentworth while McIlroy struggles

Viktor Hovland acknowledges the crowd following an eagle on the 18th green on day two of the PGA Championship.
Viktor Hovland added a 66 to his first round 67 to stay in the hunt for the PGA Championship. Photograph: Warren Little/Getty Images

It is difficult to square Viktor Hovland’s excellent position on the Wentworth leaderboard with the Norwegian’s blunt assessment of his game. The 27-year-old claimed he hit certain shots on the West Course on Friday that “hurt my soul”.

Hovland has been in a state of technical flux all year, with his driving a particular cause for concern. He is perfectly candid about that, despite rounds of 67 and 66 at this PGA Championship. Hovland’s next start will come as part of team Europe in the Ryder Cup.

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