Rory McIlroy Wins Back-to-Back Masters Titles, Completes Career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy successfully defended his Masters title on April 13, 2026.

He became only the fourth player in history to win back-to-back Green Jackets.

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McIlroy finished on a 72-hole total of 12-under par, edging out Scottie Scheffler by one shot.

The victory marked McIlroy's sixth major championship and completed the career Grand Slam.

McIlroy's perseverance at Augusta paid off after 17 attempts.

The final round featured dramatic swings, particularly around Amen Corner.

McIlroy surged with a birdie at the 12th and a 350-yard drive on the 13th.

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McIlroy made four double bogeys during the week, a first for a Masters champion.

Scottie Scheffler played a bogey-free weekend but fell short by one shot.

Justin Rose held a two-shot lead through 10 holes but faltered at 11 and 12.

Justin Rose aimed to become the oldest first-time Masters champion.

He suffered his fourth runner-up finish at Augusta.

Only Greg Norman has more top-three finishes without a win.

Rose described the loss as a bit of a stinger.

He remains one of the best players to never win a Green Jacket.

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