McIlroy holds off Scheffler by 1 shot for back-to-back green jackets

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

Rory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple Authors

Rory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.

McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.

However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.

Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.

Rory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)

Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

playRory McIlroy taps in to win his second Masters in a row (1:45)Rory McIlroy wins his seventh major title and second Masters with this bogey, sparking emotional celebrations. (1:45)ESPN staffApr 12, 2026, 06:55 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsRory McIlroy will wear the green jacket again, edging out a crowded leaderboard to win the Masters tournament for a second consecutive year at 12 under.McIlroy’s historic lead evaporated on Saturday, with the defending champion going 1 over par. Cameron Young took the opportunity to shoot up the leaderboard with a 7-under par, tying McIlroy for first overall as the sun set on Augusta heading into the final day.However, McIlroy found his way back on top to claim his second consecutive Masters, becoming the first golfer since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002 to win back-to-back tournaments at Augusta.Halfway through his round, Justin Rose gained steam to take the lead at 12 under. McIlroy and Young weren’t far off at their halfway point with 11-under par. Tyrrell Hatton and Russell Henley tied at third at 10 under. McIlroy regained control on the back nine and held on to win another Masters.Here are the top moments from the final round of the Masters.

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