McIlroy tied for lead after first round of Masters title defence

Rory McIlroy reacts on the 18th hole during the first round of the Masters at Augusta National today. Photo: Reuters Rory McIlroy got his Masters title defence off to a solid start as he scrambled brilliantly around a firm and fast Augusta National today to grab a share of the first-round lead with Sam Burns, while former LIV Golf player Patrick Reed was among a pack sitting two shots back.