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Aaron Rai shrugs off early nerves to outshine playing partner Rory McIlroy

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Spaun clinched the PGA Championship at Wentworth after a dramatic late collapse by Elvira.

Aaron Rai initially shared the lead at the PGA Championship at Wentworth while Rory McIlroy navigated a turbulent tournament before falling just short of victory. McIlroy bounced back from early struggles and contended into the weekend, notably salvaging a difficult round with a late eagle. Ultimately, the championship concluded with Spaun claiming the title after Elvira stumbled on the final hole.

Aaron Rai opened the tournament with a round of 66 to share the early lead.
Jon Rahm struggled significantly during the event, shooting rounds of 78 and 77 to finish at the bottom of the leaderboard.
Rory McIlroy secured a vital eagle on the 18th hole to place himself two strokes off the lead heading into the final stages.
Spaun won the PGA Championship after a late collapse by Elvira on the final hole.

By the numbers

66first round score shot by Aaron Rai

60pro-am score shot by Rory McIlroy

78first round score shot by Jon Rahm

77second round score shot by Jon Rahm

Timeline

Sep 17Aaron Rai and Lagergren share the early lead at Wentworth while McIlroy navigates his opening rounds.
Sep 18Jon Rahm struggles immensely at the bottom of the leaderboard while McIlroy fights his way back into contention.
Sep 19McIroy lands an eagle on the 18th hole to place himself two shots off the lead entering the weekend.
Sep 20Spaun claims the PGA Championship title after Elvira falters on the final hole of the tournament.

Why it matters

The BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth is one of the DP World Tour's most prestigious events, drawing top-tier international golf stars and offering substantial prize money.

What outlets agree on

The outlets agree that Aaron Rai started strongly, Rory McIlroy experienced fluctuating fortunes including a late eagle to stay in contention, and the tournament concluded with Spaun winning after Elvira stumbled.

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Rory McIlroyBMW PGA ChampionshipWentworth ClubAaron RaiSpaunElviraJon Rahm

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