Rory McIlroy wins back-to-back Masters titles at Augusta at 12-under
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Rory McIlroy further etched his name into Masters lore.
The Northern Irishman became the fourth golfer in history to win back-to-back green jackets, finishing with a 12-under par at the historic Augusta National Golf Club.
Tiger Woods was the last man to achieve this rare feat, winning repeatedly in 2001 and 2002.
Rory McIlroy celebrates after winning the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia on April 12, 2026. (Bill Streicher/Imagn Images)
With multiple competitors on Sunday at Augusta National, the margin for error was slim.
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Masters champion Rory McIlroy greets the patrons on the 18th hole during the second round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on April 10, 2026. (Simon Bruty/Augusta National/Getty Images)
Despite a dismal round on Saturday, McIlroy rebounded in the final round to fend off rallies from two-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler and 2013 US Open champion Justin Rose.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
