Rory McIlroy Makes History with Back-to-Back Masters Wins
In a thrilling finish, Rory McIlroy secures his second consecutive Masters title, marking a significant milestone in golf history.
Summary
Rory McIlroy has achieved a remarkable feat by winning The Masters for the second time in a row, becoming the first player to do so since Tiger Woods in 2002.
His victory came by a narrow margin of one shot, showcasing a dramatic final round that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
This win positions McIlroy as only the fourth player to successfully defend his title at The Masters, further solidifying his legacy in the sport.
Updates
Update at 02:59 UTC on 2026-04-13
Sky Sports reported Rory McIlroy became the first back-to-back winner of The Masters since Tiger Woods after coming through a roller-coaster Sunday to claim a one-shot victory at Augusta National. Sky Sports reported Rory McIlroy made more major history with a successful title defence at The Masters, with another roller-coaster Sunday required to close out victory at Augusta National. ESPN reported The green jacket is Rory McIlroy's again. He won the Masters on Sunday by one shot, becoming the first back-to-back winner since Tiger Woods in 2001-02.
Sources: Sky Sports, ESPN