Rory McIlroy Wins First Masters Title, Completes Career Grand Slam at Augusta
Rory McIlroy captures his first Masters title in dramatic fashion, defeating Justin Rose in a sudden-death playoff to achieve a career Grand Slam.
Overview
Rory McIlroy finally achieved his lifetime dream of winning the Masters, capturing the title after a dramatic playoff against Justin Rose. McIlroy entered the final round with a two-shot lead, but struggled during play, ultimately bogeying the 18th hole to tie Rose at 11-under. In the sudden-death playoff, McIlroy birdied while Rose could only manage par, allowing McIlroy to claim his first Masters victory. The win marks McIlroy's fifth major championship and his first since 2014, completing his career Grand Slam. McIlroy's emotional triumph ended an 11-year major championship drought, solidifying his legacy in golf history.
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Analysis
- Rory McIlroy had an impressive comeback round at the Masters, shooting a 6-under 66 to take a two-shot lead heading into the final round, aiming for a career Grand Slam.
- Bryson DeChambeau, also in contention, has a strong performance and will face McIlroy, heightening the tournament's stakes and excitement.
- The final round promises to be intense as both players have personal histories at the Masters, with McIlroy seeking redemption after past failures and DeChambeau trying to seize his first Masters victory.
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Rory McIlroy had not won a major championship for nearly 11 years prior to his 2025 Masters victory.
Justin Rose posted a final-round score of 66, overcoming a seven-stroke deficit to force a playoff with McIlroy.
Rory McIlroy was presented with his Green Jacket by Scottie Scheffler, the last year's winner.
Rory McIlroy completed the career Grand Slam by winning the 2025 Masters, becoming the sixth golfer in history to achieve this feat.
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