Overview

• Rory McIlroy won the 2025 Masters Tournament in a sudden-death playoff, claiming his first green jacket and completing the career Grand Slam.
• This victory makes McIlroy only the sixth male golfer in history to win all four major championships, a feat 11 years in the making since his last major win in 2014.
• McIlroy overcame a challenging final round featuring firm, fast greens and two double bogeys, ultimately defeating Justin Rose in the playoff.
• The emotional win marks the culmination of a decade-long pursuit, with McIlroy describing his reaction as a mix of relief and joy after years of near-misses at Augusta National.
• With this breakthrough, McIlroy is now seen as the leading contender for the PGA Championship, U.S. Open, Open Championship, and the Ryder Cup later this year.