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Rory McIlroy is in a good position after Thursday's opening round at the 2020 PGA Championship.
A two-time winner of this tournament, McIlroy carded an even-par 70. It was his best first-round score at a major tournament since the 2019 U.S. Open (68).
Consistency has been a problem for McIlroy since the PGA Tour season resumed in June. His best finish over the past five tournaments was 11th at the Travelers Championship in late June, but he's otherwise finished outside the top 30 every time during this stretch.
"I feel like I've played pretty well.