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McIlroy came in as the co-favorite, but his long-time dominance didn't show up in the first round as he struggled to a 74
Even Rory McIlroy must have had a good chuckle at how quickly the narrative shifted from ‘he will never win another major’ to ‘can he win the single-season Grand Slam?’
The two-time PGA champion prepared at Quail Hollow last week then arrived for the tournament Wednesday night, but is likely heading home early after an opening 79.
Quail Hollow Club president Johnny Harris has brought the PGA Championship to Charlotte for the second time this week.
Rory McIlroy, whose Masters triumph last month completed a years-long pursuit of the career Grand Slam, said on Wednesday he has accomplished everything in golf he ever dreamed of and will not be burdened by any number-specific goals going forward.
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