Rory McIlroy changed his approach to The Masters this year. He made an uncharacteristic choice to play in this week’s Valero Texas Open. In the past, McIlroy typically has not played the week before teeing it up at Augusta National.
After a tumultuous first few rounds, it appears as though it was a wise decision for the four-time major champion.
McIlroy shot a 6-under 66 Sunday, posting his lowest final round score leading into The Masters since the Houston Open in 2014. Back then, he shot a final round 65 and ended up tying for 8th at The Masters.
“I’m in a better spot than I was a few
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