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Rory McIlroy Wins First Masters, Completes Career Grand Slam

Im Sung-jae finishes tied for fifth with his best final round, as McIlroy defeats Justin Rose in a playoff to claim the title.

Im Sung-jae of South Korea hits from a bunker on the 18th hole during the final round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 13, 2025, in this Associated Press photo. (Yonhap)
An Byeong-hun of South Korea (R) walks on the second green during the final round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 13, 2025, in this Getty Images photo. (Yonhap)

Overview

  • Rory McIlroy secured his first Masters title by defeating Justin Rose on the first playoff hole at Augusta National Golf Club.
  • With this victory, McIlroy completed a career Grand Slam, becoming one of only six golfers in history to achieve the feat.
  • Im Sung-jae finished tied for fifth place with a total score of seven-under 281, marking his best performance of the week with a three-under 69 in the final round.
  • Im's 2020 runner-up finish remains the best showing by a South Korean player at the Masters, though his top-five finish this year highlights his continued strong performances.
  • Two other South Korean players, An Byeong-hun and Tom Kim, also competed, with An tying for 21st and Kim finishing last among those who made the cut.