Rory McIlroy wins 89th Masters, achieves career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy has achieved a career Grand Slam by winning the Masters at Augusta National, joining the exclusive club of golfers like Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus who have won all four major titles. McIlroy's victory was sealed in a playoff against Justin Rose, marking his first Masters win and his fifth major overall. The win is especially significant as McIlroy had faced numerous challenges and came close to winning the Masters before. Tiger Woods, who was unable to attend due to injury, congratulated McIlroy, acknowledging the significance of this achievement. McIlroy's friends and fellow players, including Shane Lowry and Tommy Fleetwood, praised his perseverance and skill, noting this accomplishment cements his place among the golf greats. McIlroy himself expressed that winning the Masters was a dream come true, especially after a challenging 11-year journey since his British Open win.