Colin Montgomerie urged his compatriot Robert MacIntyre to calm his instincts as the US PGA Championship looms. The eight‑time European Tour Order of Merit winner said MacIntyre’s “fire in the belly” can become a liability if he forces results, especially on demanding courses. He made the remarks while promoting the Staysure PGA Seniors Championship in Aberdeen.

Last year MacIntyre flirted with glory at Oakmont, missing a winning putt by a single stroke in the US Open. Montgomerie noted that such a close call can tighten a player’s grip on ambition. He praised the Scot’s green‑reading, chipping and putting, insisting those skills are the thin line between triumph and defeat. His composure under pressure will be tested.

If MacIntyre can quiet the inner push and let his technique speak, he possesses every tool to capture his first major. A victory would resonate beyond personal glory, offering a boost to Scottish and broader European golf. Montgomerie believes the talent is there; the next step is simply allowing it to surface. Fans across Scotland are already picturing a triumphant parade in Glasgow.