Summary
Rory McIlroy won his second straight Masters golf tournament, finishing one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler. McIlroy's victory places him among a select group of players who have won back-to-back Masters titles. He used the phrase “It still fits” after receiving his second consecutive green jacket.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy won the Masters for the second year in a row.
- He finished the tournament at 12-under par.
- McIlroy finished one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler.
- He overcame challenges during the final round, including an early double bogey.
- McIlroy delivered important birdies on the 12th and 13th holes.
- Only three other players have won back-to-back Masters titles: Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods.
- The Masters green jacket became a champion's prize in 1949.
