Rory McIlroy is brimming with confidence as he sets out to complete career Grand Slam at Masters
Rory McIlroy will try for the 10th time to finish off the career Grand Slam when he tees off this week in the Masters
By DAVE SKRETTA
Published - Apr 09, 2024, 04:14 PM ET
Last Updated - Apr 09, 2024, 04:14 PM EDT
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Rory McIlroy made that familiar turn off Washington Road and onto Magnolia Lane a year ago, the one that seems to suck in those fortunate enough to make it back in time, and felt as certain as ever that it was his time to win the Masters.
After all, McIlroy had been playing well. His confidence was soaring. He had a belief in himself that was more than just a hunch.
More like a premonition.
Yet by Friday afternoon, when storms would fell three towering Georgia pines and cause the second round to push into the weekend, all those positive vibes had disappeared. After opening with an even-par 72, and still believing he was oh-so-close to stringing it all together, McIlroy shot a second-round 77 and missed the cut.
