McIlroy Vows to Improve in Masters Final Round

Rory McIlroy has acknowledged that he needs to elevate his game if he is to successfully defend his Masters title on the final day, following a disappointing third round. McIlroy had begun the tournament strongly, setting a record lead at the halfway stage with rounds of 67 and 65. However, a one-over-par 73 on Saturday saw him lose his six-shot lead and finish level with Cameron Young on 11 under. McIlroy struggled with his iron play, hitting just 10 of the 18 greens in regulation, and made three bogeys and a double bogey at the 11th after finding the water. Despite his lackluster display, McIlroy remains optimistic about his chances, citing his experience of winning the tournament last year and the relatively comfortable final playing group. He will play alongside Cameron Young in the final round, and believes that having already won a green jacket will help him play more freely. Sky Sports Golf's Rich Beem has backed McIlroy to bounce back from his disappointing third round, highlighting the Northern Irishman's resilience and ability to forget past disappointments. Live coverage of the final round begins at 4:30 pm on Sunday on Sky Sports Golf.