McIlroy in mix heading into weekend at Wentworth

Rory McIlroy's strong second round at the BMW PGA Championship has him well within striking distance of the lead heading into the weekend. His five-under 67 brings him to 10 under par for the tournament, just four strokes back of Ryan Gerard, who carded a seven-under 65 to take the lead. McIlroy's performance is a positive sign for the four-time major winner, who has been working to regain his form after a few inconsistent months.

McIlroy's resurgence is significant not only for his own career but also for the golf world, as he is one of the sport's biggest stars. A strong finish at Wentworth could give him momentum heading into the major championships later in the season. The BMW PGA Championship is also a key event on the European Tour, and a good showing from McIlroy would be a boost to the tour's profile.

As the tournament heads into the weekend, all eyes will be on McIlroy and Gerard as they battle for the lead. McIlroy will need to continue his strong play to catch up to Gerard, who has been impressive so far. The crowd at Wentworth will be eager to see if McIlroy can make a move on Saturday and Sunday, and the golf world will be watching to see if he can build on his momentum and make a run at the title.

Originally reported by bbc.co.uk. MyNews adds analysis for general news readers.