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In a moment that will go down in golf history, Rory McIlroy finally conquered Augusta National! He clinched the Masters title and completed the elusive career Grand Slam. The victory came after an edge-of-your-seat playoff against Ryder Cup teammate Justin Rose, where McIlroy birdied the decisive hole while Rose settled for par.
The final round on Sunday was anything but straightforward. Momentum swung back and forth between the two golfers. McIlroy missed a critical putt on the 18th that pushed the contest into sudden death. But with everything on the line, McIlroy’s steely nerves shone through. His birdie putt on the playoff hole had the perfect landing and it sealed the deal that set off a flood of emotions.
As the crowd erupted around the 18th green, McIlroy dropped to his knees, overcome by tears.
