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Rory McIlroy Clinches Golf's Career Grand Slam with Masters Victory

Posted 25th Dec 2025

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Rory McIlroy won the Masters at Augusta, completing golf's career Grand Slam and becoming the sixth player to win all four major championships.

The final round was marked by a dramatic double-bogey from McIlroy on the first hole and a brief lead change as Bryson DeChambeau edged ahead before the playoff.

The title was decided in a playoff between McIlroy and Justin Rose; Rose missed a 15-foot birdie putt at the 18th hole while McIlroy converted a 4-foot putt to secure victory.

McIlroy's reaction was emotional, reflecting the significance of achieving major glory after a lengthy wait.

The morning following the win, McIlroy found a Green Jacket in his Augusta rental home, symbolizing his triumph.

The narrative portrayed DeChambeau as a nemesis, fading during the final day as McIlroy advanced toward the playoff and ultimate victory.

This Masters is viewed as a landmark achievement that may lead to more major wins for McIlroy, with expectations that he could win additional Masters and other majors in the future.

Sources
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https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/dec/25/i-was-there-mcilroy-clinches-golf-grand-slam-with-long-coveted-masters-win
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