Rory McIlroy Wins Masters in Playoff Against Justin Rose, Becomes Sixth Player to Complete Career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy, aged 35, has won the Masters Tournament, completing a career Grand Slam. The victory came after a dramatic playoff against Justin Rose, who finished second for the third time at the Masters. McIlroy's win marks him as the sixth player to achieve this feat, joining the ranks of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods. During the final round, McIlroy faced intense pressure but managed to birdie the par-4 hole in the playoff to secure the win. Justin Rose, aged 44, despite a valiant effort to come back from a seven-stroke deficit with a final round score of 66, settled for a par on the playoff hole. Rose congratulated McIlroy on his achievement, acknowledging the significance of the moment. McIlroy had previously missed a short putt on the 18th hole, giving Rose a chance to force the playoff. Rose tallied a birdie on the 18th and now has seven top-10 finishes at the Masters.