Rory McIlroy Leads at 2026 Masters with Record Advantage
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Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland leads the 2026 Masters by six strokes after two rounds, aiming to defend his title. With a score of 12-under, he is ahead of Patrick Reed and Sam Burns, both at 6-under. The tournament's cut saw 54 golfers qualify, including notable names like Justin Rose and Shane Lowry.
- 01Rory McIlroy leads the 2026 Masters with a score of 12-under par.
- 02He has a six-stroke advantage over Patrick Reed and Sam Burns.
- 03The cut was set at +4, allowing 54 players to progress.
- 04McIlroy aims to defend his title after winning the Masters last year.
- 05The tournament is broadcast live on CBS, ESPN, and Paramount+.
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Rory McIlroy (36), the Northern Irish golfer, has established a commanding lead at the 2026 Masters, scoring 12-under par after two rounds with a six-stroke advantage over his closest competitors, Patrick Reed and Sam Burns, both at 6-under. This lead marks a record for the tournament through two rounds. The cut for the tournament was set at +4, allowing 54 players to advance, including notable golfers like Justin Rose and Shane Lowry. McIlroy, who completed his career grand slam with a Masters win last year, is heavily favored to defend his title. The tournament is being broadcast live on CBS and ESPN, with additional streaming available on Paramount+.
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McIlroy's strong performance could boost local interest in golf and encourage attendance at future tournaments.
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