AUGUSTA, Ga. — With the sun setting on the opening round of the 89th Masters at Augusta National on Thursday, it looked very much like we had exactly what we wanted exactly where we wanted it.&nbsp;

The Rory and Scottie Show is prominently in play — Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler in the thick of contention entering Friday’s second round.&nbsp;

<a href="https://nypost.com/2025/04/09/sports/rory-mcilroys-masters-narrative-will-finally-be-put-to-rest/">McIlroy trying to complete the career Grand Slam</a> with a first Masters victory in his 11th go at it was No. 1 on the most compelling story list entering the week.&nbsp;

<a href="https://nypost.com/2025/04/08/sports/scottie-schefflers-focus-on-present-and-not-past-masters-success/">Scheffler trying to repeat as Masters champion</a> and join Jack Nicklaus as the only players to win three in four years was No. 1A on that storyline list.&nbsp;

The Rory and Scottie Show is prominently in play — Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler in the thick of contention entering Friday’s second round. {ai:summary}As the opening round of the 89th Masters concludes, Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are both in contention. McIlroy aims for his first Masters win to complete a career Grand Slam, while Scheffler seeks to repeat as champion and join Jack Nicklaus in a rare achievement. The tournament promises an exciting second round as these two top players vie for victory. #sports

Glaring contrast between Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy already dictating Masters

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