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Rory McIlroy wouldn't let a cold or Masters fatigue keep him from a Zurich Classic title defense

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Rory McIlroy says he wasn't going to let a cold or Masters fatigue stop him from defending his title.

McIlory says he could not be in a better place in his life -- professionally, personally, all of it.

The Northern Irishman won the Masters by beating Justin Rose in a playoff at Augusta National on April 13 .

The pair are defending their title at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans this week .

Lowry says he's comfortable with his role on McIlroy 's team.

Lowry: "I’ve known Rory for years and we’re good friends. Nothing phases me being around him.” Lowry: “So, if I was sitting beside another guy that just completed the Grand Slam and I was his partner this week , it might feel a little bit different. But I know him so well,” he says.

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