Rory McIlroy Wins Masters, Secures Planning Approval for Surrey Estate

Rory McIlroy made golf history by winning the 2025 Masters in a dramatic playoff, becoming only the sixth player ever to complete the career Grand Slam and solidifying his status among the sport's legends. His victory also boosted his career earnings, bringing him closer to Tiger Woods in PGA Tour prize money rankings. Shortly after his Masters triumph, McIlroy won a planning battle to install a renewable-energy heat pump for a new outdoor pool at his Surrey estate, with local authorities granting approval due to the environmental benefits despite the development being on protected greenbelt land. These achievements highlight both McIlroy's persistence on the course and his successful personal projects off it. Fans and officials alike have recognized the significance of his recent accomplishments, both in golf and in his private life.