European Ryder Cup vice‑captain Alex Noren has rediscovered his form at the BMW PGA Championship, where he currently shares the lead with Adrien Saddier. The Swedish golfer posted a six‑under‑par round that culminated in an eagle on the 18th hole, putting him two strokes ahead of English Ryder Cup star Tyrrell Hatton. Noren’s resurgence is striking given the unpredictable weather at Wentworth Golf Club.
Earlier this year, Noren struggled with mid‑pack finishes at the Truist Championship, PGA Championship and Memorial Tournament, and he missed cuts at the RBC Canadian Open, Rocket Classic and Genesis Scottish Open. He began to turn his season around with a tied‑7th at the 3M Open and a tied‑3rd at the Wyndham Championship, followed by a victory at the Betfred British Masters. However, he failed to make the cut at the Omega European Masters the following weekend.
The 43‑year‑old expressed excitement about his chances of winning the BMW PGA Championship and said he will work with his coach to prepare for the final round. Noren has a strong history at this event, having won it in 2017 from a similar position with a final‑round 62 that beat Francesco Molinari by two strokes.
As the tournament progresses, Noren will face stiff competition from other top players, including Ryder Cup stars Viktor Hovland, Justin Rose and Ludvig Aberg. His current form and experience make him a strong contender for the title. With one round remaining, Noren is focused on preparing for the final round and seizing the opportunity to claim a major championship. His recent performances suggest he is regaining consistency after a season marked by ups and downs.
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