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Rory McIlroy arrives home to Northern Ireland after completing golf grand slam

Rory McIlroy won his first Masters title in Augusta on Sunday, ending an 11-year major drought
Rory McIlroy won his first Masters title in Augusta on Sunday, ending an 11-year major drought

Rory McIlroy has arrived back in Northern Ireland after completing golf's grand slam last weekend.

McIlroy ended his 11-year major drought in barely believable fashion by beating Justin Rose in a play-off to win the 89th Masters and complete the career grand slam.

He touched down at Belfast City Airport in his private jet at around midday.

He was seen descending the steps of the aircraft to a waiting car with his daughter Poppy in his arms.

It is believed he is on a private family visit to celebrate his historic win with his parents Gerry and Rosie, who did not travel to the United States to witness him win the Masters.

The title put an end to an 11-year wait to complete the haul of golf's top four tournaments.

There was no sign of party preparations at Holywood Golf Club in Co Down where he has been a member since he was a young boy.

The club has replicas of the other three major titles that he has won and is making space in its trophy cabinet for the fourth and final replica.

People at the club said they had not received any information about a potential visit.

There's been talk about a formal reception and celebration organised by Stormont at a later stage.

There have also been calls for McIlroy to be knighted by Britain's King Charles.