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Rory McIlroy Inches Away From First Albatross of His Career in Final Round Surge

Adrien Saddier and Alex Noren lead the BMW PGA Championship at 15 under par after three rounds, with Noren finishing with an eagle and Saddier firing a 65 in challenging conditions.

  • On September 14, 2025, Alex Noren clinched the BMW PGA Championship title by winning a playoff against Adrien Saddier at the Wentworth venue.
  • The playoff resulted from both players tying at 19-under-par 269 after 72 holes amid a deeply competitive field featuring seasoned Ryder Cup and major winners.
  • Noren capped his final round with a birdie-birdie-eagle finish, including an eagle on the 18th, while Saddier posted a seven-under 65 with eight birdies despite a bogey on the second hole.
  • Tyrrell Hatton surged late with a perfect round featuring eight birdies, carding a 64 to finish fifth at 15 under par, while Rory McIlroy came close to making an albatross during the final round.
  • Noren's victory marks a return to form and boosts confidence ahead of the Ryder Cup scheduled for September 26-28, highlighting the intense competition for national team spots.
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Irish Times broke the news in Dublin, Ireland on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
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