Rory McIlroy will have to manage expectations as well as his golf game as he heads into the US PGA Championship after back-to-back wins.

One would have to visit a football ground rather than a golf course to discover the source of the inspiration behind Poulter’s Ryder Cup love affair.

Luke Donald is considerably more upbeat than his pronouncements might sound in these early days of the season.

The Argentinian’s form has been relentless since he was named the best player in world football.