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2026 BMW PGA Championship leaderboard: Rory McIlroy's late eagle puts him in contention after Round 3

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Rory McIlroy moved into contention at the 2026 BMW PGA Championship following a strong finish to his third round at Wentworth, England. McIlroy recorded a 3-under 69 on Saturday, highlighted by a final-hole eagle where he struck a 4-iron from 230 yards to within two feet of the cup.

This performance positions the world No. 2 to potentially secure his second BMW PGA title. The third round, often referred to as 'Moving Day,' resulted in significant shifts across the tournament leaderboard.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) Focuses on the technical execution of McIlroy's final-hole eagle.
CBS Sports (US) Emphasizes the broader volatility of the tournament leaderboard.
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