Rory McIlroy Wins Masters, Completes Career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy clinched his first Masters victory, completing a career Grand Slam, in a thrilling playoff against Justin Rose. After years of near-misses, McIlroy's win was emotional, and he shared a poignant moment with Kate Rose, Justin's wife, following his victory. The day prior, McIlroy and Rose had shared a dinner with members of Augusta National, making their playoff duel even more ironic. McIlroy praised Rose as a 'great champion' and expressed sympathy for his fellow competitor, recalling Rose's previous playoff losses at the Masters. Both players demonstrated sportsmanship, with McIlroy feeling thankful for the European representation in the playoff. Looking ahead, both are expected to compete together in the upcoming Ryder Cup.