PGA Tour's 4-Word Message to Rory McIlroy After Masters Win
The Masters ended in a thrilling fashion over the weekend as Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy battled it out in a sudden-death playoff.
By the end, it was McIlroy who prevailed as the Northern Ireland native finally got his first Masters victory. In turn, he also accomplished the career Grand Slam, something no golfer had done since Tiger Woods.
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After McIlroy's win, Woods even sent him a message on X: "Welcome to the club @McIlroyRory. Completing the grand slam at Augusta is something special. Your determination during this round, and this entire journey has shown through, and now you're a part of history. Proud of you!"
McIlroy's long-awaited Masters win was also his first major victory in 11 years, so it made it even more emotional at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.
As McIlroy continues to ride the thrill of winning the Masters, he took to X to post a video.
Rory McIlroy and his caddie Harry Diamond celebrate with the trophy after winning the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.Michael Madrid-Imagn Images
"Never give up on your dreams. Keep coming back. Keep working hard," McIlroy's post read with a video montage.
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The PGA Tour then responded with four words: "When dreams become reality," along with a green heart emoji.
In 2022, McIlroy finished second at The Masters behind Scottie Scheffler, so he was right on the brink of a victory a few years back. In 2024, he dropped more, finishing tied for 22nd.
McIlroy, 35, now has 29 PGA Tour wins with 11 runner-up finishes and 11 third-place finishes, although nothing better than putting on the green jacket at The Masters.
Related: Tiger Woods' Message To Rory McIlroy After Historic Win At The Masters
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