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Rory McIlroy in joint lead at Malaysian Open

Updated on: 16 April,2011 07:41 AM IST  | 
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Rory McIlroy's post-Augusta rehabilitation gathered pace yesterday at the Malaysian Open as he carded an eight-under-par 64 to surge to the joint clubhouse lead in steamy Kuala Lumpur.

Rory McIlroy in joint lead at Malaysian Open

Rory McIlroy's post-Augusta rehabilitation gathered pace yesterday at the Malaysian Open as he carded an eight-under-par 64 to surge to the joint clubhouse lead in steamy Kuala Lumpur.


Rory McIlroy

The 21-year-old Northern Irishman, who lost his clubs en route from his US meltdown to Malaysia, hit five birdies in an outward 31 after a solid showing in Thursday's first round.

Three more birdies followed to propel him into a share of the lead with Swede Alexander Noren, who followed an opening round of 64 with a 69. "I hit the ball well and gave myself chances and made some putts," said McIlroy.




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