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Arnold Palmer Invitational: McIlroy Milestone Drive and Stellar Back Nine Shake Up Leaderboard

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March 11, 2024 · 1 min read

Arnold Palmer Invitational: McIlroy Milestone Drive and Stellar Back Nine Shake Up Leaderboard

Other Sports | March 11, 2024

Rory McIlroy accomplished a feat at the Arnold Palmer Invitational by becoming the first player since 2003 to reach the green with a drive on the 10th hole. (Image: Getty)

Rory McIlroy surged into contention at the Arnold Palmer Invitational showcasing remarkable achievements on the back nine. Despite starting the day 2-over, McIlroy impressive 365-yard drive on the 10th hole marked a historic feat becoming the first player in the ShotLink era to reach the green from the tee.

With six birdies on the back nine, McIlroy 6-under 30 tied the Bay Hill back-nine scoring record. His overall round of 68 positioned him four shots behind leaders Scottie Scheffler and Shane Lowry. McIlroy emphasized the significance of strong nine-hole stretches on challenging courses like Bay Hill.