The BMW PGA Championship is set for a dramatic conclusion at Wentworth, with Rory McIlroy among the contenders chasing the title on Sunday. McIlroy enters the final round two shots behind the leaders after producing a stunning eagle on the 18th hole during Saturday’s third round, keeping his hopes of a second victory at the course alive.
Leading the charge are Manuel Elvira and Filippo Celli, who stand tied at the summit of the leaderboard at 13 under par. Former US Open champion JJ Spaun remains in close pursuit at 12 under, while McIlroy sits alongside Veerman and Del Rey at 11 under. The competition is exceptionally tight, with just five strokes separating the top 25 players heading into the decisive day.
In a highlight moment on the final round, France’s Frederic Lacroix secured a memorable achievement by holing a hole-in-one at the par-3 14th. As the first player to ace the hole during the tournament, Lacroix claimed a BMW iX5 xDrive 60 M Sport. He followed the feat with three consecutive birdies and closed with a par to card a final-round 67.
Bookmakers have named McIlroy the favorite despite his starting position two shots back, though Spaun has emerged as a popular choice within the media center. The American has expressed his enjoyment of playing in England and appears well-settled for the tournament. With several players in contention facing potential career-defining moments, the stage is set for an intense finish at Wentworth.
Five strokes for the top 25? That is incredibly tight. Can’t wait for the final round!
Lacroix’s ace was pure luck, I bet. McIlroy will still win it easily on Sunday.