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2025
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McIlroy and Lowry have disappointing finish to round but still in hunt at Zurich Classic
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McIlroy's Masterpiece a distilled version of the tortuous process that will inspire generations
Sportspeople will be enthused by the agony and perseverance underpinning path to Masters’ victory.
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Try to make sense of that
Come on, you knew Rory McIlroy couldn't win the Masters in any way other than that
McIlroy completed the Grand Slam with an Experience Like no Other.
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final push
Rory McIlroy takes two-shot lead into final round of Masters
McIlroy fired two eagles and four birdies in a thrilling 66 to lead Bryson DeChambeau, who beat him to win the US Open last year.
as it stands
McIlroy leads midway through Masters third round
The Holywood native catapulted himself past overnight leader Justin Rose and Bryson DeChambeau.
Golf
McIlroy makes charge but Rose clings to Masters lead after second round
Shane Lowry and world number one Scottie Scheffler are both in a share of fifth.
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