Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry Win Zurich Classic of New Orleans in Play-Off

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry emerged victorious at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans after a thrilling play-off against Chad Ramey and Martin Trainer. The duo’s win marks McIlroy’s 25th PGA Tour title and could potentially signal the start of a successful year for the Northern Irishman.

McIlroy had a slow start to his PGA Tour campaign this season, with only one finish higher than 19th in his first eight starts. However, his partnership with Lowry at TPC Louisiana propelled him to a landmark victory and boosted his confidence heading into the upcoming Wells Fargo Championship and PGA Championship in May.

Former DP World Tour player Richard McEvoy praised McIlroy’s performance, noting that the win could have a significant impact on his mindset and approach to future tournaments. McEvoy highlighted McIlroy’s ability to compete at a high level consistently, even when not securing victories.

Despite falling short in his recent Grand Slam bid at The Masters, McIlroy remains a formidable contender for the upcoming PGA Championship, especially considering his previous success at Valhalla. Sky Sports’ Richard Kaufman acknowledged the challenges McIlroy may face in maintaining a relaxed attitude during the pressure of major tournaments.

The latest Sky Sports Golf podcast delves into McIlroy and Lowry’s victory, as well as recaps the ISPS Handa Championship and Hannah Green’s triumph on the LPGA Tour. The podcast also explores the potential future of the men’s professional game and features an interview with David Skinns on his strong start to the PGA Tour season.

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