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Rory McIlroy revives Masters hopes with strong opening round performance

Posted : 12 April 2024

In a departure from his usual first-round struggles at the Masters, Rory McIlroy revitalized his prospects of achieving the career Grand Slam with an impressive performance on Thursday.

 

Despite facing challenging conditions characterized by shifting winds at Augusta National, the Northern Irishman carded a one-under-par 71, marking his lowest opening-round score at the Masters since 2018 and placing him six shots behind leader Bryson DeChambeau.

 

Reflecting on his round, McIlroy acknowledged the difficulty of navigating the unpredictable winds and the rain-softened course, which made shot selection a challenging task. Despite the occasional scrappiness, McIlroy managed to hold his game together, showcasing resilience amidst the testing conditions. He credited his ability to stay composed, despite the tricky circumstances, for his solid performance.

 

McIlroy's round saw a mix of birdies and bogeys, with notable highlights including birdies on the 12th and 14th holes that propelled him to two under par. However, he faced challenges on the back nine, missing opportunities to capitalize on favorable positions and ultimately finishing with an underwhelming stretch.

 

Despite the missed chances towards the end of his round, McIlroy remained optimistic, recognizing that there is still plenty of golf left to play and room for improvement as the tournament progresses.

 

While McIlroy has experienced setbacks in previous Masters tournaments, including notable collapses, his solid start in this year's edition provides a glimmer of hope for his quest to secure the elusive career Grand Slam.

 

Encouraged by his performance and determined to avoid repeating past mistakes, McIlroy expressed satisfaction with his opening-round score and his adherence to his game plan, signaling a focused and resilient mindset as he seeks to capitalize on the remaining rounds and contend for the coveted title.

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