Rory McIlroy showcased his brilliance by clinching the coveted green jacket at the Masters in a dramatic finale.
The 2026 Masters victory marked McIlroy's second consecutive win, a feat achieved by only a few golfing icons such as Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods.
With a stellar final round performance, McIlroy finished at 12-under-par, edging out world No 1 Scottie Scheffler.
McIlroy's triumph not only celebrated his historic repeat win but also a record-breaking winner's cheque, amounting to approximately R74.4 million from the total purse of .5 million.
This remarkable victory added to McIlroy's impressive PGA Tour earnings, which now stand at an astounding 4,696,641 (R1.89 Billion).
Despite facing challenges during the final round, McIlroy displayed resilience and composure, eventually reclaiming the lead and securing another major title in his illustrious career.
His back-to-back Masters victories emphasize McIlroy's extraordinary skill and determination in the highly competitive world of professional golf.
