Rory (toe) takes step in right direction at PGA

Rory McIlroy, the reigning Masters champion, was forced to cut short his first practice round at the PGA Championship on Tuesday after just three holes due to a blister under the nail of his right pinky toe. By Wednesday, he completed a full nine-hole practice round without issue, aided by a cushion and a half-size larger, wider shoe. McIlroy expressed confidence he can compete, and is scheduled to tee off Thursday alongside Jordan Spieth and Jon Rahm.