Rory McIlroy Wins 2026 Masters for Back-to-Back Titles
Why in the news
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland successfully defended his Masters crown on 12 April 2026, finishing a single shot clear of Scottie Scheffler.
Key facts
- Event: 90th Masters Tournament, Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA.
- Winner: Rory McIlroy, aged 36, who closed with a round of 71.
- Back-to-back: joins Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods as consecutive champions.
- He tied Faldo on six major titles, the most by a European.
| Player | Total | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Rory McIlroy | 276 (-12) | Winner |
| Scottie Scheffler | 277 (-11) | Runner-up |
About the Masters
The tournament is played at Augusta National Golf Club and its winner is awarded the green jacket. McIlroy had built the largest 36-hole lead in tournament history at 12 under after Friday, and that same score eventually won the title.
Exam angle
- Static GK: four players have won consecutive Masters titles.
- Remember the margin: one stroke, runner-up Scottie Scheffler.
- Prize money: USD 4.5 million of a USD 22.5 million purse.
- Sports questions often ask for the winner’s nationality: Northern Ireland.