The Slippery Slope of Expectation: McIlroy's Comeback and the Pressures of Major Contention The PGA Championship has a way of leveling its field, reminding even the most storied champions that anyone can falter.
Rory McIlroy is no stranger to this phenomenon; his four bogey finish on Thursday was just the latest in a long line of struggles at majors.
Yet, as he battled back with a 67 on Friday, it's clear that the burden of expectation remains a heavy weight on his shoulders.