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<p>THE MASTER: Rory McIlroy was in imperious form (Matt Slocum/AP)</p>

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Record-breaking Rory McIlroy holds six-shot lead at halfway stage of Masters

The Northern Irishman shot a 65 to go with Thursday’s 67 to post at 12 under, three shots better than any other defending champion had managed after two rounds.

<p>Gary Player on the first tee at Augusta. Pic; (AP Photo/David J. Phillip</p>

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Gary Player expresses sympathy for Tiger Woods but tells him to stop driving

<p>Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence following a car crash near his home in Florida last month. Pic: Martin County Sheriff’s Office/AP</p>

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Tiger Woods branded selfish by Jason Day for putting ‘people in harm’s way’

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Tiger Woods leads reaction to Rory McIlroy’s long-awaited Masters victory

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Phil Mickelson determined to get ‘back at it’ after missing Masters cut

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Rory McIlroy makes second-round charge to raise hopes of Masters glory

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Justin Rose sets clubhouse target as Rory McIlroy makes Masters charge

McIlroy was also five under par with four holes of his round to play thanks to birdies on the second, 10th and 11th and an eagle on the par-five 13th.

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

APTOPIX Masters Golf

Justin Rose still leads the way as Rory McIlroy aims to keep Masters bid alive

Rose began the second round with a three-shot lead and quickly extended his advantage with a birdie on the par-five second after getting up and down from a greenside bunker

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

The Open 2022 - Practice Day Four - St Andrews

Nick Faldo: 'Rory McIlroy has had ideal preparation for the Masters'

McIlroy needs to earn a green jacket to join Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods in having won all four major titles

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Houston Open Golf

Will Rory McIlroy’s impressive 2025 start pave the way for Masters glory?

McIlroy’s sole focus will be on claiming a first green jacket to join Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods in having claimed all four major titles.

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

Players Championship Golf

Scottie Scheffler confident form is improving as he gears up for Masters defence

Scheffler has warned his rivals that he has “figured out” the reasons behind his comparatively slow start to the season.

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Eight - Alexandra Palace

Shaun Murphy holds off Kyren Wilson fightback to win second Masters title

Murphy had been irresistible all week

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Seven - Alexandra Palace

Shaun Murphy takes control of Kyren Wilson in Masters final

Murphy is in control heading into the evening session at the Ally Pally.

Sun, 19 Jan, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Seven - Alexandra Palace

Shaun Murphy makes 147 to help seal win over Mark Allen and reach Masters final

“I can’t believe it. It was an incredible moment, one of the best of my snooker career,” Murphy told BBC Sport.

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Six - Alexandra Palace

Kyren Wilson edges out Luca Brecel to set up Judd Trump semi-final at Masters

Shaun Murphy, tournament winner in 2015, will play 2018 champion Mark Allen in the other last-four tie.

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Six - Alexandra Palace

Judd Trump surges into Masters semi-finals with victory over Ding Junhui

Judd Trump cruised into the semi-finals of the Masters after beating Ding Junhui 6-3 with a brilliant display at Alexandra Palace.

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

2025 Johnstone's Paint Masters - Day Five - Alexandra Palace

'Anywhere but there!' Shaun Murphy’s 147 bid sunk by snooker during Masters win

Murphy defeated Neil Robertson to move into the Masters semi-finals at Alexandra Palace.

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Masters to be held as scheduled despite Hurricane Helene damage — Augusta chief

Masters to be held as scheduled despite Hurricane Helene damage — Augusta chief

The 2025 tournament is scheduled to be staged from April 10-13, with Scottie Scheffler set to defend his title

Thu, 03 Oct, 2024

The Masters - Final Round

Scottie Scheffler hails influence of English putting guru after Masters win

Scheffler compiled one of the best ball-striking seasons ever seen in 2023, his adjusted scoring average of 68.63 being the seventh-lowest in PGA Tour history and the best by anyone not named Tiger Woods.

Mon, 15 Apr, 2024

Tiger Woods eyeing another major after making record-breaking Masters cut

Tiger Woods eyeing another major after making record-breaking Masters cut

“I’m right there," the former champion warned.

Sat, 13 Apr, 2024

Tiger Woods makes difficult start to marathon second day at Augusta

Tiger Woods makes difficult start to marathon second day at Augusta

Woods was one of 27 players unable to complete their first rounds on Thursday following a lengthy weather delay, the 15-time major winner covering 13 holes in one under par.

Fri, 12 Apr, 2024

Contending at Augusta: Is Scheffler the lock everyone seems to think he is?

Contending at Augusta: Is Scheffler the lock everyone seems to think he is?

A capsule look at 10 key players for the Masters, listed in predicted order of finish

Thu, 11 Apr, 2024

Scottie Scheffler ‘not going to expand’ on secrets of Masters success

Scottie Scheffler ‘not going to expand’ on secrets of Masters success

Scheffler intends to keep the secrets of Masters success to himself.

Wed, 10 Apr, 2024

Rory McIlroy ‘flattered’ as Tiger Woods backs him to win Masters for career slam

Rory McIlroy ‘flattered’ as Tiger Woods backs him to win Masters for career slam

McIlroy was the last player to register at Augusta National around 30 minutes before his scheduled press conference, which started early and saw the world number two answer just seven questions.

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

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Winning is winning – Jon Rahm confident LIV switch will not harm Masters defence

Rahm’s shock move to the Saudi-backed breakaway competition came after he had previously pledged his loyalty to the PGA Tour and criticised LIV’s 54-hole format, with no cut and a shotgun start as “not a golf tournament”.

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

The Open 2022 - Practice Day Four - St Andrews

Nick Faldo believes Rory McIlroy has at least another decade of Masters chances

The Holywood man will attempt to end his wait for a major at Augusta this weekend.

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024

The Open 2022 - Day Two - St Andrews

Making record 24th cut would be a win for Tiger Woods – Andy North

Two-time US Open winner and ESPN analyst Andy North said: “I think playing on the weekend would be a win for Tiger"

Sun, 07 Apr, 2024

End of Year Review 2023

Tiger Woods named on entry list for next month’s Masters

Woods has not competed since withdrawing from February’s Genesis Invitational.

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

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There’s a way of co-existing – Jon Rahm hoping for ‘peace’ in golf’s civil war

The Tour’s six player-directors met with officials from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) in the Bahamas on Monday as efforts continue to make a deal to end golf’s civil war.

Tue, 19 Mar, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Eight - Alexandra Palace

Ronnie O’Sullivan says he was better aged 12 than during Masters victory

O’Sullivan recovered from 6-3 down to beat Ali Carter 10-7 in the final at Alexandra Palace and claim a record-extending eighth Masters crown.

Mon, 15 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Eight - Alexandra Palace

Ronnie O’Sullivan beats Ali Carter to land an eighth Masters title

“I don’t know how I’ve won this tournament, to be honest with you,” O’Sullivan, who at 48 is the oldest ever Masters champion, told BBC Sport.

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Seven - Alexandra Palace

Ronnie O’Sullivan feels age is no barrier as he eases into Masters final

The 48-year-old moved one victory away from becoming the oldest winner of this Triple Crown event with four half-century breaks enough to down old rival Murphy in their first meeting for five years.

Sat, 13 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Six - Alexandra Palace

Mark Allen produces second maximum of the Masters in narrow win over Mark Selby

After losing the first two frames, Allen got off the mark by producing another maximum to add to Ding Junhui’s in the opening round

Sat, 13 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Five - Alexandra Palace

Ronnie O’Sullivan to treat himself after scrappy Masters quarter-final success

O’Sullivan relished the prospect of a “massive, dirty curry” after grinding out a 6-3 win over Barry Hawkins.

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Four - Alexandra Palace

Mark Selby brushes aside Robert Milkins to set up Masters tie with Mark Allen

World number five Selby, who won the tournament in 2008, 2010 and 2013, raced into a 4-0 lead and although Milkins briefly stemmed the tide by taking the fifth frame, the result was never in doubt.

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

MrQ Masters 2024 - Day Four - Alexandra Palace

Mark Allen hits 86 in final-frame decider to beat John Higgins

Allen ousted John Higgins and advanced to the quarter-finals of the Masters.

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Cazoo Masters 2023 - Day Eight - Alexandra Palace

It’s my time to shine – Judd Trump relishing Masters defence at Alexandra Palace

Trump hopes the unique atmosphere generated at the tournament will help him lift the title – regarded as his sport’s third ‘major’ – for the third time.

Sat, 06 Jan, 2024

Jon Rahm targets ‘absolutely amazing’ career grand slam after winning Masters

Jon Rahm targets ‘absolutely amazing’ career grand slam after winning Masters

Jon Rahm has set his sights on the 'absolutely amazing' feat of completing a career grand slam after his impressive Masters triumph

Mon, 10 Apr, 2023

Jon Rahm not giving up hope of reigning at the end of a rain-affected Masters

Jon Rahm not giving up hope of reigning at the end of a rain-affected Masters

Rahm trailed Koepka by two shots after completing his delayed second round on Saturday and found himself four adrift by the time play was suspended

Sun, 09 Apr, 2023

Jon Rahm hoping weather does not hinder his pursuit of Brooks Koepka at Augusta

Jon Rahm hoping weather does not hinder his pursuit of Brooks Koepka at Augusta

Koepka added a bogey-free 67 to his opening 65 at Augusta National for a halfway total of 12 under par

Sat, 08 Apr, 2023

Paul McGinley: ‘Staggering’ that Brooks Koepka cleared of potential rules violation

Paul McGinley: ‘Staggering’ that Brooks Koepka cleared of potential rules violation

Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes it was “staggering” that Brooks Koepka and his caddie were cleared of a potential rules violation at the Masters

Fri, 07 Apr, 2023

Rory McIlroy insists gap not ‘insurmountable’ after slow start to Masters

Rory McIlroy insists gap not ‘insurmountable’ after slow start to Masters

McIlroy made history as he gave what is believed to be the first in-play interview at Augusta National as he played the ninth hole

Fri, 07 Apr, 2023

Tiger Woods admits to ‘constant’ pain during opening Masters round

Tiger Woods admits to ‘constant’ pain during opening Masters round

The 47-year-old continues to be troubled by the severe leg injuries he suffered in a car accident in Los Angeles in February 2021 and looked understandably rusty in just his fifth competitive round of the year.

Fri, 07 Apr, 2023

Tiger Woods not talking up his chances heading into Masters

Tiger Woods not talking up his chances heading into Masters

Woods faces a battle with the course and his own unusually low expectations

Thu, 06 Apr, 2023

LIV Golf Invitational - Portland - Round One

Irish Examiner view: A victory for golf’s traditions

DP World Tour success

Thu, 06 Apr, 2023

Rory McIlroy told to follow Jordan Spieth’s ‘surgical’ approach to win Masters

Rory McIlroy told to follow Jordan Spieth’s ‘surgical’ approach to win Masters

McIlroy’s best finish at Augusta came 12 months ago

Wed, 05 Apr, 2023

Masters needs injection of drama on back nine on Sunday to match build-up

Masters needs injection of drama on back nine on Sunday to match build-up

The build-up to the 87th Masters certainly delivered on the drama front as the schism in men’s professional golf dominated the agenda

Wed, 05 Apr, 2023

Matt Fitzpatrick managing his Masters expectations after injury-hit season

Matt Fitzpatrick managing his Masters expectations after injury-hit season

Fitzpatrick admits his expectations of success in the Masters need to be low

Tue, 04 Apr, 2023

Rory McIlroy will ‘definitely’ win the Masters during his career – Tiger Woods

Rory McIlroy will ‘definitely’ win the Masters during his career – Tiger Woods

“It’s just a matter of time,” the five-time Masters winner said.

Tue, 04 Apr, 2023

Fred Couples stands by insults he fired at LIV rebels ahead of Masters

Fred Couples stands by insults he fired at LIV rebels ahead of Masters

Fred Couples insists he will be happy to face Phil Mickelson and Sergio Garcia at Augusta National, despite recently insulting his fellow former Masters champions

Mon, 03 Apr, 2023