Rory McIlroy Receives Green Jacket After Historic Masters Win

Rory McIlroy was officially presented with the iconic green jacket Sunday evening after securing his first Masters victory at Augusta National. The 36-year-old Northern Irishman closed with a final-round 68 to finish at 14-under par, edging out Scottie Scheffler by two strokes in a dramatic finish. The win completes McIlroy's career Grand Slam, making him just the sixth player in history to win all four major championships.

The presentation ceremony, held in Augusta National's Butler Cabin, was emotional as 2025 champion Jon Rahm helped McIlroy into the jacket. This moment has been 12 years in the making for McIlroy, who famously collapsed during the final round of the 2014 Masters. The victory comes after several near-misses at Augusta, including top-5 finishes in three of the last five years.

Social media erupted following the presentation, with #McIlroyGreenJacket trending nationwide Sunday night. Golf fans particularly celebrated the significance of McIlroy finally conquering Augusta after his previous heartbreaks. The PGA Tour's official account shared video of the jacket presentation, which garnered over 2 million views in its first hour.

McIlroy's win carries special significance for American golf fans as it marks the first time since 2017 that a non-American has won the Masters. The victory also continues the recent trend of veteran players winning majors, following Phil Mickelson's 2021 PGA Championship win at age 50. Sports analysts note McIlroy's triumph could spark renewed interest in golf among younger demographics.

The champion will return to Augusta National Monday morning for the traditional champion's photo shoot at sunrise. McIlroy is expected to fly home to Florida later Monday, where he'll begin preparations for the PGA Championship next month at Southern Hills. With the career Grand Slam now complete, bookmakers immediately installed McIlroy as the favorite for the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.