2 h. ago Rory McIlroy and his unrequited Masters love affair as World no.2 says he's over Augusta heartbreak

The four-time Major winner has struggled to contend on the back nine at Augusta National in recent years

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5 h. ago Masters tee times: Day one and two groupings as Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler learn schedule

Rory McIlroy will have some waiting around to do on Thursday

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5 h. ago Rory McIlroy to be among later starters as he begins bid to win the 89th Masters

McIlroy will play alongside Ryder Cup team-mate Ludvig Aberg and American Akshay Bhatia for the first two rounds at Augusta National.

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6 h. ago McIlroy says accepting ‘heartbreak’ at Augusta can aid Masters pursuit

Last victory at a major was in 2014McIlroy more comfortable in being ‘vulnerable at times’Rory McIlroy believes acceptance of the “heartbreak” that has accompanied his occasionally painful quest for Masters glory could be the key to finally laying his hands on a Green Jacket. McIlroy’s latest bid to complete a career grand slam of majors here begins on Thursday.McIlroy needs no reminding that almost 11 years have passed since he won the last of his four major titles and on Tuesday he revealed an attitude switch he decided upon at the end of 2019. Since then, he has posted 11 top-10 finishes in majors. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Masters tee times: Round 1 schedule including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler

The tee times and grouping for the opening two days of the Masters have been confirmed, as Rory McIlroy is paired with fellow European Ryder Cup star Ludvig Aberg and talented young American Akshay Bhatia at Augusta National.

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7 h. ago Rory McIlroy discusses his relationship with wife Erica Stoll and daughter ahead of Masters

Rory McIlroy is aiming to win his first Masters and complete the career grand slam at Augusta this week and he's taken to some new off-course hobbies in the build up

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8 h. ago Rory McIlroy ready to have his "heart broken" ahead of Masters

As Rory McIlroy enters Masters week the world No. 2 reveals he no longer fears getting "hurt" because "life goes on" after losses but he is confident and calm ahead of his quest for a Green Jacket

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30 h. ago The Masters: When it starts, how to watch, betting odds for golf's first major of 2025

Scottie Scheffler and the rest of golf's best players have gathered again at Augusta National for the Masters

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36 h. ago Scottie Scheffler’s return to form ominous for Masters rivals – Sir Nick Faldo

Scheffler is looking to win his third Masters title in four years at Augusta National.

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39 h. ago Nine reasons why Rory McIlroy will finally end Masters hoodoo

Rory McIlroy is bidding to finally complete the career Grand Slam by winning The Masters for the first time this year, with the Northern Irishman one of the favourites to don the green jacket

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57 h. ago Rory McIlroy’s pal Shane Lowry rushes to PGA star’s defence – ‘Does my head in’

Shane Lowry has leapt to the defence of Rory McIlroy, insisting the Northern Irishman did not 'choke' when he let a two-shot lead slip in the final holes of last year's US Open

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59 h. ago Butch Harmon claims he's fixed Rory McIlroy's big fault ahead of latest Masters tilt

EXCLUSIVE: American coach Butch Harmon worked with Ulsterman Rory McIlroy before Augusta last year and claims the world No.2 is now ready to complete his career Grand Slam

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64 h. ago Jordan Spieth: ‘I feel more comfortable at the Open and the Masters’

The 2015 Augusta winner was set fair to be golf’s next big thing. After loss of form and a wrist injury, can he bounce back?Modern golf has been defined by streaks and Scottie Scheffler is in an especially hot one, with eyes focused on whether that can continue at Augusta National over the coming days.Brooks Koepka had one. Cameron Smith had one. Rory McIlroy had one in majors, with his competitive longevity outside the big four tournaments setting him apart from his peers. There are countless other runs, varying in length and trophy haul since Tiger Woods stopped decimating all before him. Each emphasises how extraordinary was Woods’s time at the top. Continue reading...

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65 h. ago Rory McIlroy told to emulate Masters champion in bid to win green jacket and become all

Rory McIlroy is just a Masters victory away from becoming just the sixth player to complete the Grand Slam, and the Northern Irishman will be gunning to end his wait next week

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3 d. ago Rory McIlroy has had ideal preparation for the Masters – Sir Nick Faldo

McIlroy is looking to complete the career grand slam by finally winning at Augusta this year.

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3 d. ago Rory McIlroy's £77m truth as he faces battle of the mind in bid for Masters 'Holy Grail'

Rory McIlroy has achieved almost all there is to do in the game of golf and amassed a huge personal fortune, but the one thing that has continued to elude him has been the Masters

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3 d. ago Why Rory McIlroy is ready to confirm his place among true golfing giants

Former US Open champions licking lips at prospect of ‘The Rory-Scottie Show’ in The Masters

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4 d. ago Rory McIlroy handed Masters dressing down as brutal claim is made

Rory McIlroy has been tipped to struggle at the 2025 Masters by broadcaster Brandel Chamblee, who claims that the prestigious tournament "brings out the worst" in the Northern Irishman

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4 d. ago Will Rory McIlroy’s impressive 2025 start pave the way for Masters glory?

The Northern Irishman will be making his 17th consecutive Masters appearance.

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5 d. ago Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler told Tiger Woods isn’t done yet in four

Tiger Woods' former caddie Steve Williams is convinced the 15-time major champion will stop at nothing to win another before calling time on his illustrious career

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