Rory McIlroy Wins Back-to-Back Masters Titles

Rory McIlroy successfully defended his Masters title on Sunday at Augusta National Golf Club, securing back-to-back victories and becoming only the fourth player in the tournament's history to achieve the feat. The 36-year-old Northern Irishman finished at 12-under par, carding a one-under 71 in the final round to edge out world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler by a single stroke and claim his second green jacket in as many years.

McIlroy's path to victory was marked by resilience amid mounting pressure. He entered the weekend with a record six-shot lead after blistering rounds of 65 and 66, but a challenging third round eroded his advantage, leaving him tied for the lead entering Sunday alongside Cam Young. Scheffler mounted a strong charge with a low final-round score, but McIlroy held firm, navigating Augusta's demanding back nine without faltering. The win, his sixth major championship overall, ties him with legends Nick Faldo and Phil Mickelson in major triumphs and completes a dominant run at the event, following his 2025 playoff victory over Justin Rose that completed his career Grand Slam.

The achievement places McIlroy in rare company, joining Jack Nicklaus, who won consecutive...