Overview

• Poppy McIlroy, Rory McIlroy’s four-year-old daughter, sank a remarkable 25-foot birdie putt during the Masters Par-3 Contest, delighting the crowd and social media.
• The Par-3 Contest, a lighthearted prelude to the Masters, featured family participation, with several golfers bringing their children to caddie and join in the fun.
• Rory McIlroy, seeking his first Masters win to complete a career Grand Slam, described the event as a joyful way to transition into the high-pressure tournament.
• McIlroy’s renewed confidence and focus on course management have positioned him as a top contender for the green jacket this year.
• The viral moment with Poppy underscores McIlroy’s emphasis on family unity, following a year marked by personal challenges and reconciliation with his wife, Erica Stoll.