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Rory McIlroy posts 5-under round to begin defense of Masters title

Day One of the 2026 Masters Tournament has come to an end at Augusta National Golf Club. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod has more.

Published April 10, 2026, 12:27 AM

Updated April 10, 2026, 12:38 AM1.4K

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Rory McIlroy posts 5-under round to begin defense of Masters title

Day One of the 2026 Masters Tournament has come to an end at Augusta National Golf Club. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod has more.

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Rory McIlroy posts 5-under round to begin defense of Masters title

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