Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have proven to be excellent partners right from the start of the Zurich Classic. They scored a combined 61, which is a fantastic and promising beginning. Together, they are eleven-under-par.
Shane Lowry expressed excitement about their start in his media comments. He highlighted that both of them enjoyed their golf, considering their impressive performance. However, their focus is already on the next round and the opportunity to make an even bigger leap compared to their opponents. Lowry is excited about the foursomes format, admitting that he enjoys it.
“Any day you go out and play the round of golf we did, you’re going to have a good time,” Lowry said, as quoted by Irish Golfer!
“We enjoyed it. We both played nice golf. We both made some nice birdies and contributed to the team, and I think we’re very happy with the day, and quick turnaround before tomorrow.
Looking forward to getting out in foursomes tomorrow. Should be fun, as well. It’s a format that’s tougher, but it is an enjoyable format.”
Rory McIlroy expressed excitement and hope before the start of this tournament, aiming to achieve a good result after several unsuccessful ones. The Northern Irishman has struggled to meet his goals this year and intended to enter this tournament relaxed and prepared to make a breakthrough. McIlroy is particularly happy about the amazing start. The two of them capitalized on the momentum they had. Their ambitions are to continue in the same manner.
“You know that you need to get off to a good start, and thankfully we did,” said McIlroy.
“We were four-under through four, which was really nice to see, and from there, you’ve got some momentum, and you’re just trying to keep it going.”
Rory McIlroy© Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images Sport
McIlroy emphasized their solid performance, stressing that they consistently kept both balls in play throughout the round, giving them two opportunities for birdie on most holes. He admitted that while some may perceive the strategy as more aggressive, he believed that maintaining control and positioning was crucial.
As long as they managed to keep both balls in play off the tee and on the green, McIlroy felt confident that they would perform well in this format.
They have known each other for a long time and have a great relationship. They had the opportunity to play together at the Ryder Cup, but they also faced each other in other tournaments. Lowry is happy to have the chance to compete with a player like Rory McIlroy.
He is primarily pleased because he hasn’t been hard on himself, as he has been in previous weeks when he shot a few bad shots. Having someone like Rory McIlroy behind you is a huge advantage and an opportunity to get back into the game. There is a great chemistry and desire for success between them. Since both have been on the big stage for years, they know each other’s qualities well. Lowry emphasized that they have had the opportunity to play together several times.
Before the tournament began, Lowry emphasized that it was his dream to play with McIlroy. He is particularly happy that Rory chose him, as it shows how much Northern Ireland believes in his quality. Lowry knows Rory McIlroy well and has pointed out that the two of them could make a great team.
Shane Lowry’s impressions before the start of the tournament
After the Zurich Classic, there is a chance that we will see this great duo on the golf course in the future. Shane expressed hope and optimism that this tournament would be a positive experience for them and a chance to lift the trophy. Judging by the start, they could experience the best possible scenario.
“Rory is probably like No. 1 on people’s lists to come play here with. He obviously thinks I’m good enough to be a teammate and come out here and compete with.
I think we’re good for each other. I think we’ll be good for each other on the course. We’ll enjoy doing it, which is a big part of it, as well. Whenever we’re out there and competing, you want to enjoy it, as well. At the end of the day when it comes to it, we are competitors, and I think we’re two very competitive people, and when we get to the first tee on Thursday, we’re there for one reason, and yes, it’ll be to enjoy it, but it’ll be to give ourselves a chance to win the tournament.”- Shane Lowry said.
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