Rory McIlroy contending at BMW Championship thanks to unique training aid, new rehearsal

Rory McIlroy is contending at the BMW Championship at Bellerive Country Club after returning to Florida to work with coach Michael Bannon following swing struggles the previous week in Memphis. The two developed a new swing feel using specially modified 'Frankenstein clubs' — a lob wedge and 7-iron fitted with jumbo putting grips set 45 degrees off-center — to train correct takeaway positions. Through 36 holes, the unique training aid has contributed to a notable turnaround for McIlroy at the FedExCup playoff event.