Donald Trump was among those who celebrated Rory McIlroy’s second Masters victory. McIlroy, who began the day tied for the lead with Cam Young, finished with a one-under 71 to retain his Masters title with a final score of 12-under.
Scottie Scheffler made a strong push up the leaderboard, but McIlroy held steady to become the first player since Tiger Woods in 2001 and 2002 to successfully defend a Masters title. McIlroy now joins an exclusive group of golfers, including Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Woods, who have achieved this feat at Augusta National.
President Trump praised McIlroy’s performance, calling him a “LEGEND” and commending his ability to handle pressure. The PGA Tour will return to Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster course for the 2026 Cadillac Championship from April 29 to May 3, marking the comeback of elite golf to the venue.
McIlroy, now a six-time major champion and two-time Masters winner, basks in his latest triumph before looking ahead to future competitions. Despite uncertainties about his upcoming schedule, all eyes are on McIlroy’s next moves in the golfing world.