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Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau Set for Thrilling Masters Final Round Showdown
The 89th edition of the Masters promises to be an exhilarating affair as it heads into the final round. Golf enthusiasts are buzzing with anticipation as Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau prepare to compete in the final pairing.
The two golfers are well-acquainted, having faced off during the 2024 U.S. Open. During that memorable event, DeChambeau claimed victory at the iconic Pinehurst No. 2, while McIlroy experienced a heartbreaking collapse late in the round, missing out on the title.
This Sunday, McIlroy achieved another stellar performance with a 6-under par round at Augusta National on Saturday. His superb play on Friday propelled him to the top of the leaderboard, setting the stage for an exciting finish.
Following a disappointing first round where he ended at even par, McIlroy quickly turned things around. He recorded two double bogeys on the back nine but bounced back brilliantly with a score of 66 in his second round. The golfer exhibited a hot start on Saturday, making birdie and eagle, followed by another birdie, which allowed him to seize the lead.
Despite facing challenges on holes eight and ten—where he recorded a bogey and fell to 9-under—McIlroy regained his momentum. He came back strong with birdies on holes 13 and 15, marking a significant recovery after a troublesome chip that landed in the water. A well-executed eagle shot elevated him further to 12-under, rekindling hopes for his first Masters title.
McIlroy’s ambition is to secure a green jacket, a symbol of a career Grand Slam, having previously won every other major tournament in the PGA Tour. This final round may be his chance to achieve this prestigious accolade and add a highly coveted fifth major title to his resume.
Teaming up with McIlroy in the final round, DeChambeau also has his sights set on victory. Seeking his inaugural Masters win, he lit up the course in his third round, finishing with a 69 and a tournament score of 10-under. DeChambeau’s performance included three birdies in the last four holes, concluding with an impressive long birdie putt on the 18th that delighted the crowd.
As fans gear up for what promises to be an action-packed Sunday at Augusta, the excitement is palpable, reminiscent of Saturday’s fireworks on the course.
While McIlroy and DeChambeau capture attention, it should be noted that Zach Johnson, the 2007 Masters champion, vaulted up the leaderboard with a remarkable 66 before the final pairings took to the course. Johnson now stands tied for tenth place, sporting a 4-under score for the tournament.
Moreover, Justin Rose, who started strong by leading after the first two rounds, faced a tough day on Saturday. Partnering with DeChambeau, Rose struggled and had to scramble to salvage pars. His performance featured five bogeys alongside two birdies, resulting in a 3-over for the round. He now sits tied for sixth at 5-under and must find his form from Thursday, when he opened with a remarkable score of 65, in order to contend for the green jacket.
As we look ahead to the final round, the Masters leaderboard is as follows:
Masters Leaderboard Before Final Round
1. Rory McIlroy: -12
2. Bryson DeChambeau: -10
3. Corey Conners: -8
T4. Patrick Reed: -6
T4. Ludvig Ã…berg: -6
T6. Jason Day: -5
T6. Scottie Scheffler: -5
T6. Shane Lowry: -5
T6. Justin Rose: -5
T10. Zach Johnson: -4
T10. Nico Echavarria: -4
T10. Xander Schauffele: -4
T10. Sungjae Im: -4
As the drama unfolds at Augusta National, fans eagerly await to see who will ultimately don the green jacket. The final round is sure to be filled with suspense, excitement, and unforgettable moments in golf history.
