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'Irrelevant': Pros dismiss criticism of Rory McIlroy's Masters prep at Augusta

July 11, 2026Pablo Navarro1 мин

Rory McIlroy's pre-Masters practice sessions at Augusta National have drawn some criticism. However, seasoned professionals view these concerns as unfounded.

The initial point of contention arose from the amount of time McIlroy dedicated to practicing at Augusta National leading up to the Masters tournament. Despite the scrutiny, fellow professionals have largely dismissed these criticisms, characterizing them as 'irrelevant' to McIlroy's actual performance or preparation strategy.