Rory McIIroy is gunning for the PGA Championship as he recorded his best start to a major for 11 years. The Northern Irishman began the event in Southern Hills in fine style, shooting an impressive 65 to take an early lead.
After a late flurry at The Masters last month, which saw him finish runner-up, the 33-year-old has carried that form over to the event he has won on two previous occasions. Despite reason to be optimistic, the former world number one is keeping his feet firmly on the ground as he bids for a fifth major title.
“It's important now not to get carried away,” he said. “I hit the ball great, as I have been doing for a while now. I knew I could build on my final-round 64 at the Masters and I've done that. But it won't mean anything unless I can keep it going. I'll need to play as well for the next three days if I am going to have a chance to win.”
