The WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play is well underway as golf’s most elite players have gathered in Austin, Texas. Among the players vying for the championship is Rory McIlroy who maintained his winning start after a stunning final hole eagle that left fans and commentators alike in awe. With such exciting developments already taking place in the early rounds of the tournament, fans are eagerly anticipating what the rest of the competition has in store.
The second day of WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play saw a lot of action with Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Rory McIlroy securing wins. World No. 3, McIlroy emerged victorious after a sensational comeback against Denny McCarthy. McIlroy made a comeback from three down after six holes to take the lead and secure a two-hole win. With this win, McIlroy just requires a half from Friday’s match with Keegan Bradley to progress to the knockout stages. Meanwhile, Scheffler won six holes without a reply as he came from behind to secure a comfortable 5&4 win over Alex Noren, making it two wins from two. Rahm bounced back from Wednesday’s defeat to Rickie Fowler, going in front from the very first hole before winning three successive holes from the 11th. However, McIlroy’s shot of the day was a 349-yard carry to the green at the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play.
Despite Ryder Cup teammates Shane Lowry and Tommy Fleetwood not having a great day, Lowry facing a defeat from Mackenzie Hughes and Fleetwood’s half with Maverick McNealy ensured that neither could qualify for the knockout stages. While Billy Horschel tops Rahm’s pool on 1.5 points ahead of their winner-takes-all clash on Friday. Lowry faces Jordan Spieth on Friday but the destiny of group 12 is in the hands of Taylor Montgomery, who beat Spieth 2&1 and takes on Hughes in the final round of matches. Tyrell Hatton also suffered an early exit after losing 2&1 to Australia’s Lucas Herbert. Fans can catch the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play throughout the week live on Sky Sports, with live coverage continuing Friday from 1 pm on Sky Sports Golf.
With an incredible performance on the final hole, Rory McIlroy has proven once again why he is one of the best golfers in the world. This year’s WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play has been a true showcase of skill and determination, and McIlroy’s eagle on the 18th hole has left fans in awe. While the tournament is far from over, it’s clear that McIlroy is a force to be reckoned with and could very well end up taking home the title. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the sport or just love watching talented athletes in action, the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play is a must-see event that never fails to deliver.
