Donald Trump praised Rory McIlroy for clinching his second Masters title. McIlroy, starting the day tied with Cam Young, finished with a one-under 71 to defend his Masters crown with a final score of 12-under.
Scottie Scheffler made a strong surge up the leaderboard, but McIlroy stood firm. The last player to achieve back-to-back Masters titles was Tiger Woods in 2001 and 2002. McIlroy now joins a prestigious group of golfers who successfully defended their title at Augusta National, including Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Woods.
President Trump, among others, congratulated McIlroy on his victory, praising his performance under intense pressure. Trump looks forward to seeing McIlroy compete at Doral in two weeks.
The PGA Tour will return to Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster course for the 2026 Cadillac Championship from April 29 to May 3. This marks the comeback of elite PGA golf to the venue, which hosted PGA Tour events for over five decades until 2016.
Before focusing on future victories, McIlroy will savor his latest Masters win, solidifying his status as one of the most successful champions in Masters history. Reflecting on his success, McIlroy expressed gratitude for his perseverance paying off over the years.
The article concludes with uncertainty about McIlroy’s participation in upcoming events, including the RBC Heritage, while Trump hopes to see him at the Miami Championship. Sky has enhanced its Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle, now offering additional streaming services and coverage of various sports leagues.