The world No 8 endured a dreadful opening day at Augusta National, which is famous for its strict rules. He shot an eight-over-par 80 that leaves him in a tie for 82nd.

With the pomp and celebration of his Masters victory finished, Rory McIlroy reminded everyone he is back at Augusta to win again.

Watch highlights of Rory McIlroy's opening round as he begins his Masters defence with a sensational five-under par 67 at Augusta.

Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns lead after day one of the 2026 Masters with the likes of Scottie Scheffler, Justin Rose and Xander Schauffele in hot pursuit at Augusta National

There are protests planned at Anfield as Roberto De Zerbi starts his Tottenham tenure and Everton eye EuropeNuno Espírito Santo has rolled back the years in an attempt to save West Ham. He has gone old-school, switching to a gung-ho 4-4-2 system to give his side more threat in the final third. Pablo Felipe and Taty Castellanos, both January arrivals, have …

Champion shares lead with Sam Burns after opening 67McIlroy: ‘I was nervous, I was anxious like I always am’So this is what Rory McIlroy’s new normal looks like. The defending champion is footloose and fancy-free at Augusta National. He is plainly no longer of a mind to revel in the events of the 2025 Masters. McIlroy returned to Augusta, for so long a …

Matt Fitzpatrick, Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth feature in best shots of day one at the Masters in Augusta.

The defending champion didn’t wilt when beginning his attempt to retain his Masters title and is co-leader overnight alongside Sam Burns at five-under

Defending champion Rory McIlroy stormed into a share of the lead after the opening day at The Masters, with Justin Rose, Shane Lowry and world No 1 Scottie Scheffler all in contention at Augusta National.

Pereira made nine changes to his side for the match at the Estadio Du Dragao.

Jonny Clayton ultimately moved three points ahead of Littler in the table.

Jean-Philippe Mateta, Tyrick Mitchell and Ismaila Sarr were on target.

Morgan Rogers is expected to be at the centre of an £80million transfer tug-of-war this summer, with Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea all renewing their interest in the 23-year-old. 

Controversy has marred the opening day of Masters action.

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Jonny Clayton moved back to the top of the Premier League table with a 6-5 victory over Michael van Gerwen on Night 10 in Brighton.

Groupings and tee times for the second round of the 90th Masters tournament, held at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.

Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti has tipped Chelsea's 18-year-old winger Estevao Willian to be the surprise package at the summer's World Cup.

Jonny Clayton comes back from 5-2 down to beat Michael van Gerwen 6-5 and claim his third nightly win to move top of the Premier League.

Ollie Watkins' response to being dropped by England has been nothing short of emphatic, with two strikes in Bologna adding to his goal against West Ham before the international break.

Xabi Alonso may not be the club’s first-choice should a new manager be needed

Tottenham are currently on a 13-match winless run.

The world champion was heckled by the crowd during his loss to Stephen Bunting as Jonny Clayton won night 10

Ollie Watkins’ brace was pivotal.

The former Seattle Seahawks player has undergone emergency surgery after being shot in the stomach in South Los Angeles.

With the NBA season winding down, one playoff hopeful is suddenly without its franchise cornerstone following emergency surgery on Thursday morning in Texas.

Seven high profile footballers have reportedly been drawn into a watch smuggling case in Andorra.

Jack Nicklaus absolutely shanked his ceremonial tee shot at The Masters on Thursday morning, leading the Golden Bear to explain he hasn't been playing following a recent surgery.