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Rory McIlroy's Masters 2024 Journey: A Rollercoaster Ride at Augusta

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Rory McIlroy battles through mixed emotions and tricky winds in the opening round of the Masters 2024. Find out how the Northern Irishman is staying positive amidst a challenging start.

Rory McIlroy, the 34-year-old Northern Irish golfer, embarked on his quest for the prestigious Masters title at Augusta in 2024. In a 'decent' first-round performance, McIlroy carded a 71, expressing optimism with 'a lot of golf left to play.' Despite settling for a 1-under par, mixed emotions surfaced as McIlroy reflected on regrets and wished for a better start to his campaign.

Amidst the windy conditions at Augusta, McIlroy remained steadfast in his game plan, embracing the challenge alongside top-ranked player Scottie Scheffler. With four birdies and three bogeys in his lowest opening round since 2018, McIlroy ended the day five shots behind Scheffler, a strong contender for the title.

Throughout the tournament, McIlroy acknowledged the importance of staying positive and remaining in contention. A stroke of luck came his way when a tee shot ricocheted off a tree on the ninth hole, favorably landing in the fairway. Despite the hurdles, McIlroy's determination to secure the career Grand Slam shone through.

As the Masters unfolds, McIlroy's resilience and competitive spirit continue to captivate fans worldwide. His unwavering focus and ability to adapt to challenging conditions set the stage for an exciting journey towards potential victory at Augusta.

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Masters 2024: Rory McIlroy on 'decent' first-round 71 at Augusta (Yahoo Sports)

The 34-year-old Northern Irishman is aiming to win the one major that has eluded him and become only the sixth man to secure golf's career Grand Slam. He carded ...

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'A lot of golf left to play' says Rory McIlroy after battle with Masters ... (Irish Examiner)

The Holywood man settled for a 1-under par 71 in Thursday's first round at Augusta.

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Mixed emotions for Rory McIlroy after opening Masters with 71 (Irish Mirror)

In his lowest opening round at Augusta National for six years, McIlroy carded four Birdies and three Bogesy but ended the day five shots behind playing partner ...

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The Masters: Rory McIlroy's a believer... if he can hang onto Scottie ... (Evening Standard)

The Northern Irishman carded four birdies and three bogeys in a one-under first round.

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Masters: Rory McIlroy admits to regrets after mixed start to campaign ... (GB News)

Rory McIlroy has admitted he wishes he'd performed better during round one of the Masters on Thursday.

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McIlroy stays positive after a 71 | Northwest Arkansas Democrat ... (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)

AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Sometimes you need to catch a break or two to win a major. Rory McIlroy got one on Thursday when his tee shot hit a tree on the ninth hole ...

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The Masters: McIlroy sticks to plan despite the wind playing tricks at ... (Khaleej Times)

The world No 2 said it was great to play alongside Scottie Scheffler, who is the best player in the world right now, and to see how he is gets around the ...

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The Masters At Augusta National 2024: Mixed Emotions For Rory ... (Outlook India)

Rory McIlroy, carded four birdies and three bogeys in his lowest opening round since 2018, but ended the day five shots behind playing partner Scottie ...

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Grand Slam quest: Rory McIlroy staying positive, in contention at ... (AOL)

Rory McIlroy got one on Thursday when his tee shot hit a tree on the ninth hole at Augusta National and kicked out into the middle of fairway, ...

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Masters 2024: This Masters party host giving out Rory McIlroy bet ... (GolfDigest.com)

From discouraging people from doing Jim Nantz impressions to encouraging making side bets, I thought I had covered just about everything. But one host this ...

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Defiant Rory McIlroy insists 'I'm definitely not out of it' following topsy ... (The Irish Sun)

RORY McILROY admitted he wasn't at his best on the opening day at The Masters - but believes he is still in the hunt for the crucial green jacket.The.

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Video: Live from Augusta National on day two as Rory McIlroy bids ... (Belfast Newsletter)

His first-day, which was his best start at the Masters for six years, leaves him six shots behind early leader Bryson DeChambeau (65) and five adrift of playing ...

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Masters Day 2: Rory McIlroy tees off as Shane Lowry struggles to ... (Independent.ie)

Rory McIlroy has begun his second round at Augusta National as Shane Lowry was among the early starters as he completed holes 17 and 18 from the first round ...

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Rory McIlroy falls back with 77, makes Masters cut - PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

AUGUSTA, Ga. โ€“ Rory McIlroy's travails at the Masters Tournament continued Friday as he shot a second-round 77 to fall to 4-over par, 10 off the lead.

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The Masters LIVE: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods ... (Sky Sports)

Live updates from day two of The Masters at Augusta National, where Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods are all in action. Watch live on Sky ...

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The Masters 2024: Rory McIlroy feels he can still win at Augusta ... (Sky Sports)

Rory McIlroy on hopes of victory at The Masters after finishing second round 10 shots adrift: I still think I can go out tomorrow and shoot a low one and ...

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Masters Day 2: Rory McIlroy's grand slam bid flounders with string of ... (Independent.ie)

Rory McIlroy is having a second round to forget at Augusta National. Shane Lowry was among the early starters as he completed holes 17 and 18 from the first ...

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The Masters: Rory McIlroy gets blown off course as Scheffler, De ... (The Irish Times)

World number two is 10 shots off lead, with Shane Lowry also struggling in windy conditions in Augusta.

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Rory McIlroy makes 2024 Masters cut at 5-over-par, one year after ... (The Augusta Chronicle)

One year after missing the cut at the 2023 Masters tournament, McIlroy made it this year at Augusta National Golf Club with a 5-over-par score through the first ...

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First-round Masters highlights so far (WRDW-TV)

The day marked the ...

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'A really tough day' - Everything Rory McIlroy said after surviving cut ... (Belfast Newsletter)

Rory McIlroy is 10 shots off the lead after a carding a five-over par 77 on Friday at Augusta National.

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Time to rein in Rory McIlroy and other long-hitting golfers (Hindustan Times)

The days when players could subdue Augusta National, home of the Masters, may soon be over.

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Masters: Rory McIlroy โ€œhalf a chanceโ€ for title amid 48-year history (SB Nation)

The opening round at Augusta National proved difficult, as seen by the 73.43 scoring average. But Friday's second round was unbelievably more tricky. Players ...

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Masters day two: Rory McIlroy facing uphill battle in Masters quest (The Independent)

McIlroy struggled to a birdie-free second round of 77 at a windswept Augusta National to fall 10 shots off the lead shared by world number one Scottie Scheffler ...

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Rory McIlroy bemoans slow play on 'tough day' at the Masters (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

McIlroy's birdie-free second round of 77 took an incredible six hours and two minutes to complete.

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Rory McIlroy bemoans slow play on 'tough day' at the Masters (The Independent)

McIlroy's birdie-free second round of 77 took an incredible six hours and two minutes to complete.

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'Tough day' for Rory McIlroy as he hangs on at the Masters (Irish Examiner)

Rory McIlroy shot a birdie-free 77 on a brutally difficult Friday at Augusta National.

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Masters day two: Rory McIlroy facing uphill battle in Masters quest (sportsmax.tv)

Rory McIlroy admitted he faced an uphill task to play his way back into contention as Tiger Woods re...

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'A really tough day' - Everything Rory McIlroy said after surviving cut ... (Belfast Newsletter)

Rory McIlroy is 11 shots off the lead after a carding a five-over par 77 on Friday at Augusta National.

Rory McIlroy makes 2024 Masters cut at 5-over-par, one year after ... (Yahoo Sports)

One year removed from missing the cut at the Masters, Rory McIlroy made it with a 5-over finish in the first two rounds.

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