Rory McIlroy all smiles as his baby steals the show on eve of The Masters in Augusta - 10 images

By Gemma Murray

Published 6th Apr 2023, 08:34 BST

Updated 6th Apr 2023, 10:50 BST

Golfing supremo Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry had their families in tow as they took part in the Augusta Par Three challenge.

And the children – Poppy McIlroy and Ivy Lowry – stole the show at the pre-tournament curtain raiser – which is one of the highlights of the week.

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks on as Ivy Lowry hugs Poppy McIlroy on the ninth green during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia.

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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks on as Ivy Lowry hugs Poppy McIlroy on the ninth green during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia.Photo: Christian Petersen

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks on with his daughter Poppy McIlroy on the first hole during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks on with his daughter Poppy McIlroy on the first hole during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)Photo: Patrick Smith

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses for a photo with his wife, Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy McIlroy during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses for a photo with his wife, Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy McIlroy during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)Photo: Andrew Redington

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland laughs as he walks to the 11th tee during a practice round prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 05: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland laughs as he walks to the 11th tee during a practice round prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)Photo: Patrick Smith

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