Rory McIlroy’s Masters Tournament Collapse: A Recap of the Final Round
How Rory McIlroy’s Lead Slipped Away
Rory McIlroy entered the final round of The Masters 2011 with a four-stroke lead, but his hopes of victory quickly faded as he struggled on the course. Let’s take a closer look at how his final round collapse unfolded.
The Early Stumbles
On the first hole, McIlroy made a bad start with a bogey five, reducing his lead to just two strokes. Things went from bad to worse on the second hole when he found himself in a bunker and had to settle for par while Charl Schwartzel produced an eagle two, tying for the lead.
The Turning Point
The turning point came on the tenth hole when McIlroy’s drive veered off course and landed in between cabins far left of the fairway. Despite his best efforts, he ended up with a triple-bogey seven, putting him well behind in the standings.
The Collapse Continues
McIlroy continued to struggle throughout the back nine, dropping shots on holes like eleven and fifteen. A four-putt on the twelfth hole further added to his woes, leaving him seven over for the round and out of contention for victory.
Rory McIlroy’s final round collapse at The Masters 2011 was a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in golf. Despite his early lead, he was unable to maintain his momentum and ultimately fell short of claiming victory.