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Rory McIlroy Secures Masters Victory, Completes Career Grand Slam

The 35-year-old became the first European to achieve the career Grand Slam after a dramatic playoff win over Justin Rose at Augusta National.

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 triumphed at the Masters in Augusta, winning a sudden-death playoff against Justin Rose to claim the prestigious green jacket.
  • This victory completes McIlroy’s career Grand Slam, adding the Masters to his British Open, US Open, and PGA Championship titles.
  • McIlroy's win came after an emotional and challenging tournament, with a final round marked by setbacks and a decisive playoff performance.
  • The tournament featured a $21 million prize pool, with McIlroy earning over $4.2 million for his victory.
  • Bernhard Langer, a two-time Masters champion, made his final appearance at Augusta, marking the end of an era for the legendary golfer.