The Masters: Rory McIlroy plays down potential major title defence despite 'great' opening round at Augusta National

Following an impressive opening performance at Augusta National, Rory McIlroy remains cautiously optimistic about his prospects at The Masters. Despite delivering a solid round, the Northern Irish golfer has tempered expectations regarding his chances of defending a potential major title, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of championship golf and the competitive field assembled for this prestigious tournament.