(UTV | COLOMBO) – Rory McIlroy says his US PGA Championship victory at Kiawah Island in 2012 will not give him an advantage on his return to the course this week.
The Northern Irishman won the second of his four majors by eight shots but has not added to his tally since 2014.
However, McIlroy arrives as favourite after ending a 19-month winless streak at Quail Hollow two weeks ago.
“It’s a really tough test, especially when the wind is blowing like this,” said the 32-year-old.
“Those last few holes out there are brutal.
“I played great here last time and won my first PGA and my second major, but just because I did that doesn’t mean that I’m going to find it any easier this week than anyone else.
“I’ve maybe got some better memories and better vibes here than most of the other guys do, and that’s obviously nice, but not sure it’s going to enable me to play any better.”