Name: Rory McIlroy’s clutch 72nd hole chip yields tying birdie at Zurich Classic
Uploaded: 2024-04-28T22:01:57.000Z
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Description: In the final round of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Rory McIlroy chips his third shot close at the par-5 18th hole, setting up Shane Lowry’s birdie putt to shoot 4-under 68, which ties the clubhouse lead after 72 holes at 25-under.

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In the final round of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Rory McIlroy chips his third shot close at the par-5 18th hole, setting up Shane Lowry’s birdie putt to shoot 4-under 68, which ties the clubhouse lead after 72 holes at 25-under.

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