Rory McIlroy Joins Elite Club with Back-to-Back Masters Wins
'I don't make it easy' - Masters reaction as McIlroy emulates Woods, Nicklaus & Faldo
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Rory McIlroy has made history by winning the Masters Tournament for the second consecutive year, joining legends Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Nick Faldo. With a final round score of 71, McIlroy finished at 12 under par, just one stroke ahead of Scottie Scheffler.
- 01Rory McIlroy won the Masters for the second consecutive year, becoming only the fourth player to do so.
- 02He finished the tournament with a score of 12 under par, one stroke ahead of Scottie Scheffler.
- 03McIlroy's victory marks his sixth major championship win.
- 04He expressed disbelief at winning two Green Jackets after 17 attempts.
- 05Justin Rose briefly led the final round before dropping shots at Amen Corner.
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Rory McIlroy has etched his name in golf history by winning the Masters Tournament for the second year in a row, joining the ranks of legends like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Nick Faldo. McIlroy secured his victory with a final round score of 71, finishing the tournament at 12 under par and just one stroke ahead of world number one Scottie Scheffler. This win marks McIlroy's sixth major title, placing him alongside Sir Nick Faldo in terms of major championships. Reflecting on his journey, McIlroy remarked, 'I can't believe I waited 17 times to get one Green Jacket and now I get two in a row.' Meanwhile, Justin Rose, who was leading midway through his final round, faltered with a few dropped shots at Amen Corner, ultimately missing out on the title.
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