Rory McIlroy in flying form as he returns to happy hunting ground

McIlroy prepares for US PGA Championship at Valhalla, where he won the tournament in 2014, after back-to-back wins.
Rory McIlroy in flying form as he returns to happy hunting ground

CARRY ON: Rory McIlroy walks to the green on the 12th hole during a practice round for the PGA Championship. Pic: Sue Ogrocki, AP

In normal circumstances, Rory McIlroy returning to a scene of triumph would be cause for deep reflection. 

McIlroy finished in darkness at Valhalla when claiming the US PGA Championship of 2014, in what provided a theatric backdrop to his fourth and hitherto last success in one of golf’s majors. McIlroy landed back in Louisville, Kentucky, this week with back-to-back PGA Tour wins to his name.

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