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Rory's Back-to-Back Masters Magic - April 13th, 2026


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On April 13th, 2026, we break down an unforgettable Masters Sunday where Rory McIlroy survived a rollercoaster final round to capture back-to-back Green Jackets and his sixth career major.


THE MASTERS / RORY'S HISTORIC REPEAT
  • Rory McIlroy secured his sixth major and a record $4.5M payout, overcoming an early double bogey with a clutch 9-iron on the 12th and surviving a terrifying drive on 18 to win at 12-under.
  • "I cannot believe I waited seventeen years to get one green jacket and then I get two in a row."
  • An emotional Rory paid tribute to his parents, hoping to be "half the parent to Poppy," while Trevor Immelman shared a hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdote about the Champions Dinner seating arrangements.



THE CHASERS / SCHEFFLER'S CHARGE & AMEN CORNER HEARTBREAK
  • Scottie Scheffler claimed solo second after a historic bogey-free weekend, firing a 65-68, but ultimately couldn't overcome his Friday 74. Meanwhile, 45-year-old Justin Rose saw his front-nine 32 completely derailed by the brutal Amen Corner.
  • Scheffler pulled off the "most improbable birdie" on 15, noting he "ultimately came up a couple shots short."
  • Cameron Young shot a Sunday 73 but kept things in perspective, sharing that his son helps him "forget about golf a little bit."



THE FIELD / MORIKAWA'S MIND & HATTON'S EAGLE
  • Collin Morikawa battled through a back injury using a "Band Aid motion" to rattle off five straight birdies for a solo seventh finish, while Tyrrell Hatton defended LIV Golf with a stellar 66 and a hole-out eagle on 7.
  • Morikawa proved "how strong the mind is," while Hatton reminded critics that "you are always giving it your best."
  • Jon Rahm struggled with Augusta's firm conditions, but fans were treated to a surprise brief caddie cameo from Sergio Garcia.



Quick Hits

Rafael Nadal spotted crying tears of joy over Rory's win • Shane Lowry shoots a Sunday 80 but stays to give Rory a massive hug • Broadcast panic over Rory's 18th hole drive: "Oh this is trouble and could be extremely dangerous"

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