# Masters Day Two Recap: Rory McIlroy Leads The Way With A Strong Leaderboard In Hot Pursuit

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Podcast: [Kick Point: The Golf Gear Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kick-point-the-golf-gear-show-6943914)
Published: 2026-04-11T06:00:00+00:00
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