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Newsweek
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Tiger Woods' 5-Word Perfect Message to Rory McIlroy Revealed on Tonight Show
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Rory McIlroy has finally returned to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon after more than a decade. The Northern Irishman's last visit to the show was in 2014, when he promised he would only return if he won the Masters Tournament. And he did. Fallon, a hardcore golf fan, had the honor of hosting McIlroy's first public appearance donning his brand-new green jacket. No small feat, considering the overwhelming number of celebrities who contacted the newest member of the Grand Slam club after his victory at Augusta National. It is almost a truism to say that among the first to congratulate McIlroy was one of his professed idols, the legendary Tiger Woods. As the Northern Irishman recounted during the show, Woods sent him a message that was as brief as it was eloquent: "He said, 'Welcome to the club, kid,'" McIlroy recalled. Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. Getty Images/Richard Heathcote The club Woods is referring to is, of course, players to have won all four major championship. He joined Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Ben Hogan and Gene Sarazen as the only players to complete the feat. The 35-year-old also recounted the phone call that he said impressed him the most: "I was sort of overwhelmed with the people that reached out from all different walks of life, you know, culture, entertainment," he said. "But the one that got me was Sir Elton John. That was, like, incredible." As is usually the case with the best stories, this one was not lacking in humor: "I actually haven't been able to connect with him," McIlroy said. "His assistant left me a voicemail and said, 'Sir Elton would love to congratulate you in person. The only problem is, he doesn't have a cellphone [laughs]. So you might get a call from a number in Windsor, England, from a landline.'" "I'm like, 'Sure'. But we haven't been able to connect. So I'd love to reach out. And I just think it' know, it's Elton John. That's so cool of him to do that. I didn't even know Elton John knew what golf was." From millions of ordinary citizens to two presidents, the 5-time major winner received congratulations from virtually the entire world. A few days ago, McIlroy pointed precisely that as the biggest takeaway from his victory: "I think the big thing for me is just how the whole journey sort of resonated with people and the people that have reached out to me," he said from the TPC Louisiana ahead of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. "That's been absolutely amazing." "I spoke to two presidents the day after, which was pretty cool," he added. "Just people reaching out from all walks of life, whether it be sports, entertainment, culture. Just all of it. People you would never even think would watch golf or would know what's going on; that was very, very humbling." Rory McIlroy won the 2025 Masters Tournament in his 17th appearance at Augusta National Golf Club. It was also his 11th attempt to win golf's Grand Slam, a career achievement reserved for players who win each of the major championships at least once. After winning the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Players Championship earlier this season, the 29-time PGA Tour winner was the odds-on favorite to win the Masters Tournament. He justified those predictions, but not without a fight, as he had to go all the way to the playoff, where he defeated Justin Rose to finally claim the green jacket. More Golf: Michael Block Party Clinches PGA Championship Return with Epic Performance
Newsweek
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Jon Rahm Shades His Masters Win with Glaring Take on Team Golf
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In professional golf, nothing is more cherished than a major title, especially when it comes to the Masters Tournament. When a major winner claims that he or she values any other component of their career more than those victories, disbelief is the least they can expect. Jon Rahm just did that. Speaking at the site of the LIV Golf Korea event, the winner of the 2021 US Open and 2023 Masters Tournament revealed the source of his favorite golf memories. To the surprise of many, it's nowhere near to Augusta National or Torrey Pines: "Something I always enjoyed, my whole life I've been part of a team until I turned professional," Rahm said. "All of my fondest memories in golf, all the ones I remembered as the most fun was when we accomplished something as a team. It was a lot more fun to celebrate together." Jon Rahm of Spain poses with the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 09, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. Jon Rahm of Spain poses with the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 09, 2023 in Augusta, comments may surprise you when you consider that LIV Golf, where Rahm has been playing since 2024, has among its main particularities the existence of 13 teams competing alongside the individual tournament. The Spaniard is the captain of Legion XIII, one of the current most successful teams in the league, if not the most successful. "What about his majors?" you might think. Well, two years ago, during his winner's press conference at Augusta National, Rahm had the opportunity to talk about his two major titles, as he became the first European to win both the Masters and the US Open. "I find it hard to believe, the first one," he said. "You know, there's -- if there's anything better than accomplishing something like this, is making history." Nevertheless, Rahm elaborated on his feelings about team golf, pointing out the lack of it at the professional stage: "The only team event we ever had as pros being Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and it used to be the World Cup," he said. "Now the Olympics isn't even a team sport. It might be coming up in the future. We didn't have a lot of experience." To be fair, Rahm did not completely dismiss individual wins during his recent press conference in Korea: "Even though individual wins are great and you have your own individual team, it's not the same as sharing the stage with someone and celebrating those wins," he said. 💬 "All of my fondest memories in golf, all the ones I remembered as the most fun was when we accomplished something as a team - @JonRahmOfficial#LIVGolfKorea @LegionXIIIgc — LIV Golf (@livgolf_league) April 30, 2025 But, it does look like he forgot to mention the only team event on the PGA Tour, the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. It's a tournament the Spaniard has played three times and even won in 2019, teaming up with Ryan Palmer. It's a forgivable omission considering the Spaniard has won 21 other non-team professional events in his career. Rahm is not the first LIV player to express similar views recently. Early last March, two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson said that what he's doing with LIV Golf is "the greatest thing he's ever done in golf." More Golf: Former Masters Champion Rips PGA Tour, 'They Painted Me a Villain'
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rory McIlroy's Wife Makes Notable Decision After the Masters
After winning the Masters to became the sixth golfer in history to complete the career grand slam, joining the likes of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy sent a strong message to his wife, Erica Stoll, and their daughter, Poppy. "Last, but certainly not least over to my left. My family..." McIlroy started before getting overcome with emotion. "They've been on this journey with me the whole way through. They know the burden that I've carried to be able to come here every year and try and try and try again." Advertisement "The one thing that I would say to my daughter Poppy, who's sitting over there: never give up on your dreams. Never, ever give up on your dreams. Keep coming back, keep working hard, and if you put your mind to it, you can do anything. I love you." Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with daughter Poppy and wife Erica Stoll holding the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, McIlroy's wife and daughter were on hand to witness his first Masters victory, his parents didn't make the trip, preferring to stay in Ireland. A few days after winning the green jacket, the five-time major winner made the trip back home to celebrate with the people who sacrificed so much so their son could have the opportunity to play the game he loves. While he and Poppy made the trip, his wife was nowhere to be found, according to a report from Us Weekly. She appears to have made the decision not to travel with the family for whatever reason. Advertisement Their relationship nearly ended last year when the four-time major champion filed for divorce from his wife in May 2024. After citing that his marriage was irretrievably broken at the time, McIlroy called off the divorce less than a month later. "There have been rumors about my personal life recently, which is unfortunate," McIlroy said in the statement given to The Guardian last summer. "Responding to each rumor is a fool's game. Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realized that our best future was as a family together. Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning." Related: Fans Saddened for Travis Kelce's Mom Amid Unfortunate Issue
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rory McIlroy's Wife Makes Notable Decision After the Masters
After winning the Masters to became the sixth golfer in history to complete the career grand slam, joining the likes of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy sent a strong message to his wife, Erica Stoll, and their daughter, Poppy. "Last, but certainly not least over to my left. My family..." McIlroy started before getting overcome with emotion. "They've been on this journey with me the whole way through. They know the burden that I've carried to be able to come here every year and try and try and try again." Advertisement "The one thing that I would say to my daughter Poppy, who's sitting over there: never give up on your dreams. Never, ever give up on your dreams. Keep coming back, keep working hard, and if you put your mind to it, you can do anything. I love you." Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with daughter Poppy and wife Erica Stoll holding the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, McIlroy's wife and daughter were on hand to witness his first Masters victory, his parents didn't make the trip, preferring to stay in Ireland. A few days after winning the green jacket, the five-time major winner made the trip back home to celebrate with the people who sacrificed so much so their son could have the opportunity to play the game he loves. While he and Poppy made the trip, his wife was nowhere to be found, according to a report from Us Weekly. She appears to have made the decision not to travel with the family for whatever reason. Advertisement Their relationship nearly ended last year when the four-time major champion filed for divorce from his wife in May 2024. After citing that his marriage was irretrievably broken at the time, McIlroy called off the divorce less than a month later. "There have been rumors about my personal life recently, which is unfortunate," McIlroy said in the statement given to The Guardian last summer. "Responding to each rumor is a fool's game. Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realized that our best future was as a family together. Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning." Related: Fans Saddened for Travis Kelce's Mom Amid Unfortunate Issue
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rory McIlroy Sends Strong Message to Wife, Daughter After Masters Win
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with daughter Poppy and wife Erica Stoll holding the Masters trophy during the Green Jacket Ceremony after winning the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. After years of close calls and heartbreak Rory McIlroy finally won the green jacket and completed the career grand slam by winning the Masters. It wasn't exactly easy for McIlroy, though he made it more difficult on himself than it needed to be on Sunday, April 13. Holding a four shot lead while on the Par 5 No. 13, the Northern Irishman had a comfortable 86-yard wedge shot into the green - which he promptly dunked in the water, about 25 yards off his intended target. Advertisement It's the kind of blunder that has seemingly rattled McIlroy and ruined his chances to winning in past years, but this time around he was up to the test. After a closing bogey on No. 18 locked him in a tie with Justin Rose at 11-under, the two Ryder Cup teammates headed back to the final tee box for one extra hole to decide the winner. McIlroy hit a 125-yard wedge shot to just under four feet and set up the tournament-winning birdie putt after watching Rose's birdie attempt slide by on the right side. After the win and emotional McIlroy fought back tears as he addressed his family and his team while delivering a message to daughter Poppy. "Last, but certainly not least over to my left. My family..." McIlroy started before breaking on the words "my team." After collecting himself, McIlroy added, "They've been on this journey with me the whole way through. They know the burden that I've carried to be able to come here every year and try and try and try again." Advertisement "The one thing that I would say to my daughter Poppy, who's sitting over there: never give up on your dreams. Never, ever give up on your dreams. Keep coming back, keep working hard, and if you put your mind to it, you can do anything. I love you," he added. McIlroy became the sixth golfer in history to complete the career grand slam, joining the likes of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. Related: Caitlin Clark's Masters Outfit Turns Heads on Saturday
