Rose Seeks Redemption at The Masters Without Added Pressure

Justin Rose has dismissed any notion of added pressure to make amends for last year's playoff loss at The Masters, as he surged into contention at Augusta National. A year after falling short to Rory McIlroy in a playoff, Rose is once again in the mix for a major victory following rounds of 70 and 69. Reflecting on his near-misses, Rose views them as a lesson that he can win at The Masters. He mixed five birdies with two bogeys to set an early clubhouse target on Friday, stating that being in contention is 'very satisfying' and a continuation of his dream to win the tournament. Rose emphasized that he feels no extra pressure due to last year's outcome and instead focuses on enjoying the competition and the crowd's energy. The former world number one aims to maintain a controlled and focused approach while keeping his game 'fun, light, and aggressive.' Fellow Englishman Tyrrell Hatton also made a significant move up the leaderboard with a six-under 66, despite a bogey on the final hole. Hatton acknowledged the challenges of the course but was pleased with his overall performance, recognizing the difficulty of making seven birdies at Augusta. World number one Scottie Scheffler, however, had a disappointing day with a two-over 74, citing a slow start and missed opportunities. Despite this, Scheffler remains optimistic about his chances, believing he played better than his score suggests.