Rory McIlroy has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning The Masters for the very first time, joining an exclusive group of elite golfers in the process! This historic victory occurred on Sunday, April 13, at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club located in Augusta, Georgia. The 35-year-old Irish golf sensation triumphed over fellow golfer Justin Rose in an exhilarating sudden-death playoff, showcasing true skill and determination.

The Masters stands out as the only tournament among the four major golf championships that employs a sudden-death format to determine its champion. The finalists, Rory and Justin, took turns playing the challenging 18th and 10th holes until a winner was finally declared. Remarkably, it only took one hole for Rory to clinch the victory and secure his place in golf history!

For his hard-earned victory at The Masters, Rory has been awarded a staggering prize of $4.2 million from a total purse of $21 million. However, the most significant prize of all is the honor of becoming one of only six golfers in history to complete the modern Grand Slam, a prestigious achievement that entails winning The Masters, the U.S. Open, the British Open, and the PGA Championship.

The legendary golfers who first accomplished the Grand Slam include Jack Nicklaus, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, and Gene Sarazen. The last player to achieve this remarkable feat before Rory was Tiger Woods, who completed the Grand Slam back in the year 2000. With this victory, Rory becomes the first golfer in a quarter-century to join the ranks of Grand Slam champions, a significant highlight in his illustrious career!

In addition to this monumental achievement in his professional life, it’s worth noting that last year, Rory and his estranged wife made headlines when they announced their reconciliation, putting their divorce plans on hold. This personal development adds another layer to Rory‘s incredible journey in both the world of golf and his private life.