RORY MCILROY WINS BMW CHAMPIONSHIP IN A PLAYOFF

Rory McIlroy won the BMW Championship in a playoff against Abraham Ancer

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McIlroy credited his improved putting for his success

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RORY MCILROY WINS BMW CHAMPIONSHIP IN A PLAYOFF

Rory McIlroy won the BMW Championship in a playoff against Abraham Ancer

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McIlroy credited his improved putting for his success

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