Quail Hollow Club in North Carolina has been one of the most esteemed stops on the PGA Tour schedule since it first appeared in 1969 and, for the second time in its history, it will host a major championship.

Rory McIlroy has been in some of the form of his life in 2025 and history is on the Northern Irishman's side as he chases a second major of the year later this month

Two years ago, it was confirmed that golf balls would be rolled back in the professional game from 2028. It means the balls will not travel as far as they do at the moment, making it more difficult for players. The announcement divided opinion but McIlroy believes it will improve the overall spectacle and make the sport more challenging.