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Shane Lowry of Ireland watches his drive from the 10th tee box

Shane Lowry of Ireland watches his drive from the 10th tee box

Rory McIlroy watches his tee shot from the 17th tee box on day one

Rory McIlroy watches his tee shot from the 17th tee box on day one

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Shane Lowry of Ireland watches his drive from the 10th tee box

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