Advertisement League of Ireland Horse Racing TV Listings GAA Fixtures The Video Review Sport meets news, current affairs, society & pop culture Rugby Weekly Extra Dive into all the news and analysis 3 times a week The Football Family Weekly insights from the week’s big talking points Advertisement More Stories Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry (file photo).Alamy Stock Photo McIlroy and Lowry kick off Zurich Classic title defence with opening 64 Duo bidding to become first team to successfully defend crown in Louisiana. 8.01pm, 24 Apr 2025 Share options RORY MCILROY AND Shane Lowry have kicked off their title defence at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The opening day fourball action is still underway at TPC Louisiana, but McIlroy and Lowry have finished their round, firing an eight-under 64. Advertisement They are currently tied for 14th, six shots off the lead held by American duo Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo, who have one hole left to play. You can follow the leaderboard here> McIlroy and Lowry are bidding to become the first team to successfully defend their title at the Zurich Classic. An eagle on the second was a highlight, while Lowry led the charge as they carded birdies on the 10th, 11th, 13th, 18th, first, fourth and seventh. A bogey on the sixth was a setback in a low-scoring round across the field. Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry were off to a hot start as a team in The Zurich Classic of New Orleans ⛳️🔥 pic.twitter.com/wYBQIILiz7— Sky Sports Golf (@SkySportsGolf) April 24, 2025 McIlroy is back in action for the first time since winning the Masters. The pair start Friday’s foursomes at 6.49pm Irish time. More to follow. Viewcomments Send Tip or Correction Embed this post To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Email “McIlroy and Lowry kick off Zurich Classic title defence with opening 64”. Recipient's Email Feedback on “McIlroy and Lowry kick off Zurich Classic title defence with opening 64”. 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