"I was anxious just like I always am. I'm thankful that I felt the same ... I think it would be worrisome if I didn't feel that way because it definitely still means something to me."
"I didn't hit the ball very well the first seven holes, and sometimes here that would lead me to get tentative and a little guide-y. I kept swinging, just trusting that I'm going to find it eventually."
"Despite hitting only 5-of-14 fairways, McIlroy showed he knows exactly how to score around here, finding birdies on the 13th and 15th holes."
"This year, it appeared the steering wheel he had gripped so hard for over a decade was now comfortably in his control."
Rory McIlroy experienced familiar anxiety at the Masters, which he welcomed as a sign of his passion for the game. Despite not playing his best, he scored a 5-under 67, sharing the early lead. McIlroy managed to stay patient and free, trusting his swing even after a shaky start. He found birdies on challenging holes, demonstrating his scoring ability despite hitting only 5-of-14 fairways. His performance showed a newfound control compared to previous years, indicating growth in his game.
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