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Rory McIlroy Assesses Australian Open Chances From Nine Back

Trailing leader Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen by nine, McIlroy sits T-24 after rounds of 72, 68, 68 at Royal Melbourne. The Masters champion said, “I’m probably going to be a little too far behind to challenge,” but wants “to finish my week on a high.” Strong tee-to-green stats hint at a low Sunday if he can unlock the putter.