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Rory McIlroy Buys 1,100 Masters Flags, Says Green Jacket Mostly Stays Put

Four months after clinching the career Grand Slam in a playoff, he is focusing on signing keepsakes for fans and planning return visits to Augusta.

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Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy signs autographs for fans during a practice round ahead of the 152nd British Open Golf Championship at Royal Troon on the south west coast of Scotland on July 16, 2024. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Speaking ahead of the Tour Championship, McIlroy said he purchased all 1,100 pin flags left in the Masters Shop after his April victory.
  • He has been autographing many of them and said he will never get tired of signing, now placing his name in the center spot reserved for the champion.
  • He described being reluctant to wear the green jacket and has used it only on rare occasions since the win.
  • He is arranging trips back to Augusta National, including one with his father, taking advantage of access afforded to the reigning champion.
  • Newsweek estimated the flag purchase at roughly $33,000 based on a $30 retail price per flag, a calculation not provided by McIlroy.