Overview
- McIlroy, referencing recent backlash over his Augusta practice access, joked he "lived" at Aronimink before clarifying it was a same‑day scouting trip.
- He said the advance look lets him skip marathon practice rounds, with a lighter plan of nine holes Tuesday and nine Wednesday.
- He reported Aronimink is playing firmer and faster than in 2018, emphasizing that the greens are the course’s main defense.
- After a third‑round 75 at the Truist Championship, he closed with a 67 to finish 5 under following a long range session to tame a recurring left‑miss.
- He said a minor blister is fine heading into the PGA Championship.