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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Doug Ferguson

REVEALED: Rory mcilroy pulls away with birdie binge and sets masters record with 6 shot lead at halfway mark - The Real Truth

Masters Golf - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Rory McIlroy delivered a dynamic finish to the Masters on Friday, looking every bit like someone who has done this before. Six birdies over the last seven holes gave him a 7-under 65 and a six-shot lead that set a Masters record through 36 holes.

The final hour of a fascinating day started to look like a victory lap.

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