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McIlroy Ignites Masters Bid With Opening Round Lead
10 Apr
Summary
- Rory McIlroy shares the Masters first-round lead with a 67.
- He aims to become one of only four players to retain the Masters.
- Conditions are expected to become firmer and faster at Augusta.

Rory McIlroy has positioned himself strongly at the Masters, sharing the first-round lead with an impressive score of five-under par 67. The Northern Irish golfer, who won last year's tournament, overcame pre-event discussions about the Masters' traditions to focus on his game.
McIlroy's performance places him among the few players who finished under par on a day of challenging conditions. He expressed that winning a second Masters title might be easier due to the confidence gained from his previous victory.
He is now aiming to join an elite group of golfers who have successfully defended their Masters title, a feat that would cement his place in golf history.