Rory McIlroy’s immediate reaction to latest near-miss speaks volumes about his character

Rory McIlroy’s season of close calls continued at the BMW PGA Championship, where he narrowly missed another major victory. Despite a stunning final round that included an eagle on the 17th, McIlroy found himself in a three-way playoff with Billy Horschel and Thriston Lawrence.

After Lawrence was eliminated, McIlroy went head-to-head with Horschel in a dramatic finish. McIlroy’s eagle attempt on the second playoff hole just missed, giving Horschel the chance to secure his second title at Wentworth, which he did with a well-placed eagle.

Despite the heartbreak, McIlroy remained optimistic about his form. He expressed pride in how he played the final holes and maintained that his game is trending in the right direction. This near miss marked the second consecutive week where McIlroy came close to victory, having narrowly lost the Irish Open a week earlier.

As his season continues, McIlroy is confident that his efforts will soon pay off, stating that while he’s fallen short recently, he is pleased with his performance and looks forward to future tournaments.