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McIlroy’s extra Augusta practice produces historic Masters 36‑hole lead

Extended visits to Augusta National during a PGA Tour break helped McIlroy build a historic lead at the Masters.

Published Apr 10, 2026, 9:25 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Rory McIlroy spent nine days over his three‑week PGA Tour break visiting Augusta National to practice. That extra time helped him seize the greatest 36‑hole lead in Masters history.