The Guardian Australia – Sport
·sport
·7 hours ago
Rory McIlroy says preparation at ‘home course’ Augusta eased Masters defence
Rory McIlroy attributed his successful Masters defense to weeks of preparation at Augusta National, where he followed Jack Nicklaus’ advice. After defeating Scottie Scheffler by a stroke, McIlroy emphasized the importance of familiarizing himself with the course. He plans to apply this approach at the upcoming major venues in 2026.
Summary by Glance · The Guardian Australia – Sport
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