Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy was unable to close the gap on leader Akshay Bhatia in the second round of the Valero Texas Open, finishing with a two-under-par 70. Despite starting strong with an early birdie, McIlroy’s momentum was tempered by a bogey at the 16th hole. His unconventional second birdie came after an errant shot struck a fan in the stands, allowing him a free drop and a successful long-range putt to end the day on a high note. Although he had a flawless back nine, McIlroy remains six strokes behind Bhatia, who leads the tournament at an impressive -11.
McIlroy, who started the day three under, is striving to find his top form ahead of The Masters at Augusta. Fans and golf enthusiasts can catch him in action during the third round of the Valero Texas Open, live on Sky Sports Golf from 3 pm, Saturday.
In a candid interview, McIlroy, a notable Manchester United fan, shared his thoughts on the upcoming match against Liverpool. Reflecting on the team’s previous encounters, he expressed a lack of confidence in their performance but remains hopeful for a positive outcome.
Looking ahead to The Masters at Augusta, coverage on Sky Sports Golf promises an extensive view of the tournament. Additionally, viewers can enjoy exclusive content, Featured Group action, and updates from around the course. With multiple streams focused on specific sections of Augusta National Golf Club, fans can expect comprehensive coverage of the prestigious event.
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As Rory McIlroy continues his pursuit of victory at the Valero Texas Open, golf enthusiasts eagerly anticipate his performance at The Masters, where he will compete against the world’s best golfers in pursuit of the coveted green jacket.