Rory McIlroy won the Masters Tournament on April 14 at the Augusta National Golf Course for the first time in his career, after turning pro in 2007 at 18 years old. The Masters Tournament typically features between 90-100 of the best golfers in the world, being widely regarded as the most prestigious and exclusive of the four major tournaments in the PGA Tour. After winning the Masters, McIlroy finally completed his career grand slam, meaning he has won at least once in all four majors: the Masters Tournament, the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open, and the Open Championship. McIlroy is now one of six golfers to achieve a career grand slam.
What makes the Masters Tournament so unique and special is that it is the only major of the four, being hosted at the same golf course annually, the Augusta National Golf Club. Its history, influence, and exclusivity each contribute to its immense reputation. After narrowly beating out his fellow golfer, Justin Rose, by sinking a three-foot putt, McIlroy’s reaction to his victory was that the entire journey of his career has been “absolutely amazing” and that fulfilling his lifetime goals partnered along with the enormous support from his fans has been one of the greatest experiences in his life. As a result, Rory McIlroy’s victory at the 2025 Masters Tournament further cements him into the conversation of who the greatest PGA golfer of all-time is, being compared to PGA legends such as Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus.