Rory McIllroy is only the fourth golfer to win back-to-back Masters titles
The 36-year-old added a sixth major to his illustrious career following a one-shot win over Scottie SchefflerThere were fears his bid could be derailed after dropping three shots between the fourth and sixthBut, the 2026 Masters champion fought back stronglyRory McIlroy, pictured with his wife Erica, daughter Poppy and his parents Gerry and Rosie at the Green Jacket CeremonyGerry McIlroy embraces his son following his historic winRory and his daughter Poppy at the end of a historic day at Augusta NationalThere was huge excitement at Holywood GC in Northern Ireland as McIlroy sealed victory
McIlroy's playing partner in the final round, Cameron Young, got off to a strong start, but struggled on the second nineJustin Rose was left to rue mistakes around Amen Corner as another Masters slipped through his fingersScottie Scheffler kept the pressure on, finishing 11 under par, one shot behind McIlroyAfter starting the day well in contention on -9, Offaly man Shane Lowry had a day to forget, ending up on -1 for the final roundRory McIlroy embraces caddie Harry Diamond at the Green Jacket CeremonyMembers of Augusta National Golf Club during the Green Jacket Presentation Ceremony fAn emotional McIlroy thanked everyone in Augusta from the chairman to the chap who puts the sprinkles on the ice cream in the Butler's CabinChants of 'Rory, Rory' rang around Augusta National after McIlroy sank his final putt