Rory McIlroyMasters TournamentGolfRory McIlroy remains optimistic and in contention at the Masters after a first-round score of 71, marking his best opening at the event since 2018.
Despite trailing leaders Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler, McIlroy's strong start and a couple of lucky breaks keep him hopeful for a career Grand Slam. He attributes his current standing to a positive outlook and a game plan focused on fair play and minimizing mistakes.