Late Collapse Costs Rory McIlroy in Opening Round at Masters

Rory McIlroy is tied for 27th after the opening round at Augusta National. | Peter Casey-Imagn Images

AUGUSTA — Rory McIlroy was right where he wanted to be deep into his first round of the Masters. And then he wasn’t.

McIlroy, who is attempting to complete the career Grand Slam with a victory at Augusta National, was 4 under par through 14 holes, tied for second, and in position to get closer to leader Justin Rose.