McIlroy Vows to Maintain Aggressive Approach with Historic Lead at Masters

Rory McIlroy has pledged to avoid complacency and maintain his aggressive strategy as he seeks to defend his title at the Masters, following a remarkable round of 65 that has given him a record lead at the halfway stage. With a six-shot advantage over Americans Sam Burns and Patrick Reed, McIlroy is determined to 'keep swinging' and not get protective of his lead, drawing on lessons from his first major triumph at the 2011 US Open. His impressive start to the tournament has been marked by efficiency and resilience, with the Northern Irishman repeatedly recovering from difficult situations to make birdies and stay ahead of the field. McIlroy's relaxed demeanor this year, feeling like he is 'playing with the house's money' after completing his career Grand Slam at Augusta last year, has helped him navigate challenging moments and stay focused on his goal of defending his title.