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Rory McIlroy Secures Historic Masters Win, Completes Career Grand Slam

The Northern Irish golfer triumphed in a sudden-death playoff against Justin Rose, becoming the first European to achieve the prestigious Grand Slam in golf.

Triumph, Glücks-Tränen, eine Schulter zum Anlehnen: McIlroy mit Caddie Harry Diamond
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Rory McIlroy freut sich gemeinsam mit seinem Caddie Harry Diamond am Loch 18 im Play-off über den Sieg
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Overview

  • Rory McIlroy clinched the Masters title in Augusta after defeating Justin Rose in a dramatic sudden-death playoff on the 18th hole.
  • The victory marks McIlroy's completion of the career Grand Slam, making him the first European golfer to achieve this milestone.
  • Despite a shaky final round with 73 strokes, McIlroy's composure in the playoff secured his victory and the coveted Green Jacket.
  • McIlroy earned $4.2 million in prize money, part of the $21 million tournament purse, solidifying his legacy in professional golf.
  • The tournament also featured notable performances, with Patrick Reed finishing third, Scottie Scheffler fourth, and Bernhard Langer making an emotional farewell in his final Masters appearance.