Source: Fox News
Summary
Rory McIlroy’s six-shot lead at the Masters through 36 holes evaporated on Saturday, as Cameron Young shot a 7-under 65 to take the lead. McIlroy finished with a 1-over 73, while Young birdied eight holes to go along with a bogey on the par-5 15th. They will be paired together for the final round, along with 20 other players within seven strokes. Sam Burns is alone at 10 under in solo third, while Shane Lowry is two back. Jason Day and Justin Rose are at 8 under, with Scottie Scheffler and Haotong Li at 7 under.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
McIlroy’s lead disappeared like magic, and Young emerged from nowhere to take the top spot. The back nine on Sunday is where it’s at.
McIlroy’s struggles on the back nine are a common sight.
Young’s 65 was a masterclass in comeback golf.
This one always goes down to the wire at Augusta.
Original Observation: When the leaders are within striking distance, the Masters always becomes a game of momentum swings and late pushes.
Author: Evan Null
