마스터스 디펜딩 챔피언인 로리 매킬로이가 올해 오거스타 내셔널에서 더욱 편안한 마음가짐을 느끼고 있다고 밝혔다. 2025년 대회 우승자인 북아일랜드 출신의 이 골퍼는 화요일 기자회견에서 그린 재킷이 주는 혜택에 대해 이야기했다. 그는 부담감을 내려놓고 두 번째 우승을 향해 다시 한번 경쟁하겠다는 목표를 전했다.
조지아주 오거스타 — 로리 매킬로이는 화요일 오후 오거스타 내셔널 기자회견장에 작년 우승 당시 획득한 그린 재킷을 입고 등장했다. 아일랜드 골프 전설 조 카의 아들인 존 카 옆에 앉은 매킬로이는 그 기분을 '정말 믿을 수 없을 정도'라고 묘사했다. 그는 '이곳에 앉아 모든 것을 받아들이려 노력했던 게 1년 전이라는 사실이 믿기지 않는다'며 '그린 재킷을 입고 돌아와 기자회견을 할 수 있다는 것은 매우 기분 좋은 일'이라고 말했다.
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Rory McIlroy captured his second consecutive Masters title on Sunday, shooting a final-round one-under 71 to claim the green jacket at Augusta National. He became only the fourth player in history to win back-to-back, joining Tiger Woods, Nick Faldo and Jack Nicklaus. McIlroy outlasted a strong field including Scottie Scheffler and Cameron Young after overcoming a mid-tournament stumble.
Rory McIlroy claimed his second consecutive Masters title at Augusta National, edging Scottie Scheffler by one stroke with a closing bogey on the 18th. Unlike the cathartic sobs of his 2025 victory after a 14-year major drought, this win sparked pure jubilation as he screamed skyward and embraced loved ones, now boasting six majors.
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Rory McIlroy discussed how advice from Phil Mickelson helped him secure victory at the Masters last April, completing his career Grand Slam. In a virtual press conference ahead of the 2026 Champions Dinner, McIlroy highlighted the key to success at Augusta National.
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, carded a seven-under 65 in the second round to surge to 12-under par, opening a six-shot lead through 36 holes at the 2026 Masters. Sam Burns and Patrick Reed sit tied for second at six under, with Justin Rose, Shane Lowry and Tommy Fleetwood one stroke further back. The lead marks the largest at the 36-hole mark in tournament history.
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Rory McIlroy made the cut at the Players Championship despite recent back issues, securing his spot with a crucial birdie on the final hole of his second round. The world number two defended his title at TPC Sawgrass, expressing relief after a solid performance. His interaction with analyst Jim Mackay highlighted the pressure of the moment.
Shane Lowry sent a text to Rory McIlroy declining to join his victory celebrations after the 2026 Masters, citing his own disappointment from another final-round collapse. Lowry finished tied for 30th after shooting an 80 on Sunday at Augusta National. He shared the story during Thursday's opening round of the RBC Heritage.
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Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns share the first-round lead at five under par following Thursday's play at Augusta National. Patrick Reed sits at three under, while Xander Schauffele and Scottie Scheffler are at two under. Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm faltered with four over and six over scores, respectively.