SHOCKING🛑 “Rory McIlroy Crashes Out at Masters 2025”: Shocking +3 Round and Missed Opportunities Leave Fans Stunned and Speechless!👇

SHOCKING🛑 “Rory McIlroy Crashes Out at Masters 2025”: Shocking +3 Round and Missed Opportunities Leave Fans Stunned and Speechless!👇

 

Augusta, Ga. — The 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club was poised to be Rory McIlroy’s moment of triumph, a chance to finally claim the elusive green jacket and complete his career Grand Slam. But on Friday, April 11, the second round of the tournament turned into a nightmare for the Northern Irishman, as a shocking +3 round derailed his hopes and left fans in disbelief. McIlroy, who entered the day at even par after a late collapse in the first round, struggled with critical mistakes and missed opportunities, tumbling down the leaderboard and putting his Masters dreams on hold for another year.

 

McIlroy’s troubles began early in the second round. After a promising start to the tournament with a bogey-free 4-under through 14 holes on Thursday, his opening round unraveled with double bogeys on holes 15 and 17, leaving him at even par (72) and tied for 27th. Fans and analysts hoped the four-time major champion would rebound on Friday, leveraging his strong form from earlier in the season—wins at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Players Championship had made him a favorite to finally conquer Augusta. But instead of a resurgence, McIlroy’s game faltered further. A series of errant shots and putting woes plagued his round, culminating in a devastating +3 (75), dropping him to +3 overall and well outside the projected cut line of +2

 

The most glaring moment of McIlroy’s second round came on the par-5 8th hole, where he had a golden opportunity to gain ground. After a booming drive, his second shot left him just short of the green, setting up an eagle chance. But a heavy-handed chip rolled past the pin and off the green, leading to a bogey after a three-putt—a two-shot swing that epitomized his day. Later, on the 12th hole, part of the infamous Amen Corner, McIlroy’s tee shot found the bunker, and a poor recovery led to another bogey. His frustration was palpable as he walked off the green, head down, knowing the career Grand Slam he’s chased for 11 years was slipping away

 

McIlroy’s putting, often a point of concern at Augusta, was again his Achilles’ heel. He missed three putts inside 10 feet, including a 5-footer for par on the 16th that would have kept him at +2 and potentially above the cut line. Statistically, he lost over 2 strokes to the field in putting during the round, a stark contrast to his typically elite ball-striking, which had been a strength earlier in the week. His approach play, while solid, couldn’t compensate for the greens’ firmness, which he noted after Thursday’s round as a challenge: “The greens were starting to firm up. It’s definitely going to be a firm Masters this year,” a comment that proved prophetic as he struggled to adjust.

 

The emotional toll was evident. McIlroy, who has 21 top-10 finishes in majors since his last win in 2014, has faced immense pressure at Augusta, where the weight of expectation often seems to bear down hardest. His 2011 Masters collapse, where he shot an 80 in the final round as the 54-hole leader, remains a haunting memory, and Friday’s performance added another chapter to his Augusta struggles. Posts on X captured the sentiment of fans, with one user lamenting, “Rory’s dream gone again for another year. His game is incredible, but two horrible holes and he’s absolutely done it.” Another called it a “heartbreaking watch,” reflecting the collective disappointment among his supporters.

 

 

Meanwhile, the leaderboard tells a different story for others. Justin Rose, who led after a brilliant 7-under 65 on Thursday, remains in contention, while Scottie Scheffler, at 4-under after the first round, continues his pursuit of a third green jacket in four years. Ludvig Aberg and Corey Conners, both at 4-under after Round 1, are also in the mix, setting the stage for a competitive weekend. But for McIlroy, the focus now shifts to reflection and recovery. “I’m gutted,” McIlroy said after his round. “I felt like I was in a good place coming in, but I just couldn’t get anything going today. The mistakes piled up, and at Augusta, you can’t afford that.”

 

 

McIlroy’s exit from the 2025 Masters marks the seventh consecutive year he’s been six shots or more back after the first round, a statistic that underscores his persistent early-round struggles at this event. Only two players in history—Nick Faldo in 1990 and Tiger Woods in 2005—have come from seven shots back after Round 1 to win, a feat that now seems out of reach for McIlroy this year. As he packs up and leaves Augusta, the question looms larger than ever: will Rory McIlroy ever claim the green jacket that has eluded him for 17 attempts? For now, fans are left stunned, and the Northern Irishman is left to pick up the pieces once more