McIlroy never 'been in better form' heading into the Masters

For the first time in his career, McIlroy descends on Augusta with two PGA Tour wins already under his belt for the year.

The 35-year-old triumphed at Pebble Beach, before winning the Players Championship at Sawgrass, and is one of the favourites to don the Green Jacket in 2025.

McIlroy finished second behind Scottie Scheffler at the Masters three years ago, one of seven top-10 finishes he has registered in 16 previous appearances.

However, it remains the only major to elude the Northern Irishman, though he believes his recent tournament victories stand him in the best possible stead to finally go the distance.

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"I played great at Pebble Beach. [I] had to do it the hard way at Sawgrass, coming back on the Monday and playing in tough conditions," McIlroy told BBC Sport NI.

"Those are great confidence builders, they are validations of the stuff I worked on at the end of last year, and it shows me my game is on the right track.

"Every year, I come back with the goal of winning this tournament and, after the start I've had this year, I don't feel like I've ever been in better form coming into this week.