McIlroy and Lowry Make History with Aces at Pebble Beach

News Summary

In a remarkable display of golfing skill, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry both scored hole-in-ones during the first round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. McIlroy achieved his second career ace on the challenging Hole 15, while Lowry followed suit on Hole 7. With both players finishing the round at six-under-par, excitement escalates as the tournament continues, promising more thrilling moments for golf fans.

Golf Magic: McIlroy and Lowry Score Aces at Pebble Beach Pro-Am

In what turned out to be an electrifying day on the greens, the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am witnessed a stunning display of golf prowess as two stars recorded spectacular hole-in-ones during the first round. First up was none other than Rory McIlroy, who achieved his second hole-in-one on the PGA Tour on January 31, 2025. McIlroy’s ace came on the challenging Hole 15 at Spyglass Hill, marking an unforgettable moment in his golfing career.

Perfect Swing from Rory

Using a wedge from a distance of 119 yards, McIlroy made a flawless shot that soared straight into the hole without a single bounce. There’s nothing quite like the joy of seeing the ball disappear directly into the cup! McIlroy celebrated this incredible achievement with his loyal caddie and playing partners, including rising talent Ludvig Åberg. The excitement on the course was palpable as they reveled in the moment, proving once again why McIlroy is one of the game’s biggest names.

This ace is particularly special for McIlroy, being his first PGA Tour event of the year. His only other hole-in-one on the tour was at the Travelers Championship back in 2023, adding more sparkle to his already illustrious career. It was certainly a memorable way to kick off 2025!

Lowry Joins the Party

As if the day couldn’t get any better, fellow Ryder Cup teammate Shane Lowry also got in on the action! Lowry made his mark by scoring a hole-in-one on the seventh hole at Pebble Beach. Unlike McIlroy’s direct hole-in-one, Lowry’s ball took a little more of a scenic route, landing on the green before rolling smoothly into the hole. This marks Lowry’s third ace on the PGA Tour, showcasing his golfing skills.

Remarkably, the occurrence of multiple holes-in-one during a single round at Pebble Beach is a rare feat that hasn’t been seen since 2009. Talk about a magical day at one of the sport’s most iconic courses!

Competitive Spirit Fueling the Tournament

Both McIlroy and Lowry ended the opening round at an impressive six-under-par, finding themselves two strokes behind the leader, Russell Henley, who dazzled with a phenomenal opening score of eight-under 64. Other notable players trailing closely include Jake Knapp, Justin Rose, Cam Davis, Sepp Straka, Rasmus Højgaard, and Viktor Hovland, all finishing just one shot behind Henley – making for an exciting leaderboard.

Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler returned to competitive play after taking some time off due to a kitchen accident that sidelined him for two tournaments. Despite a shaky start with a bogey, Scheffler recovered beautifully to finish at five-under-par. With only one bogey throughout the day, it appears he’s back in the swing of things.

What’s Next?

As excitement mounts, the second round of the tournament is set to kick off on February 1, 2025. Golf enthusiasts are looking forward to seeing how this thrilling competition unfolds. Among those to watch is Collin Morikawa, who is making his second PGA Tour start this season. He finished the first round at two-under-par and will be switching over to play at Pebble Beach. Fans won’t want to miss out on the live coverage, which is available on Golf Channel and via streaming on ESPN+!

The golfing community is buzzing with enthusiasm, as two thrilling aces and a tightly contested leaderboard hint at an unforgettable tournament ahead!

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