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McIlroy Makes History at Augusta National
13 Apr
Summary
- Rory McIlroy won the Masters 2026, achieving consecutive victories at Augusta.
- McIlroy joins Nicklaus, Faldo, and Woods in winning back-to-back Masters.
- Scottie Scheffler finished one shot behind McIlroy in second place.
Rory McIlroy has triumphed at the Masters 2026, securing his second consecutive green jacket at Augusta National. This remarkable achievement places him in an elite group of golfers who have won back-to-back Masters titles.
McIlroy demonstrated early control of the tournament, leading by six shots after two rounds. However, a challenging Saturday round saw his lead diminish, setting up a tense final day.
Despite the pressure, McIlroy delivered a composed performance on Sunday, shooting a 71 to finish at 12-under par. Scottie Scheffler concluded the tournament in second place, just one shot behind McIlroy, after a strong weekend surge.
Cameron Young shared third place with Justin Rose, Tyrrell Hatton, and Russell Henley, rounding out the top contenders at the prestigious event.
