Rory McIlroy wins Masters to become fourth back-to-back champion

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 13, 2026Country: United States

Sports

Rory McIlroy wins Masters to become fourth back-to-back champion

Rory McIlroy won his sixth major title at the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, on March 12. He rallied from a three-shot deficit to finish with a score of 12-under 276, one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler. McIlroy expressed disbelief at having waited 17 years for one green jacket, now winning two in a row.

Stay informed with NewsBoulevard

Get the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Related News

Gerda Steyn’s ultra-distance dominance: Chasing history and big payouts

SportsSouth Africa

iol.co.za•31m ago

Gerda Steyn’s ultra-distance dominance: Chasing history and big payouts

Gerda Steyn secured her seventh consecutive victory at the Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon in Cape Town, adding R380,000 to her earnings. At 36 years old, her cumulative wins in this race now exceed millions, showcasing her consistency in ultra-distance running. The 2026 Comrades Marathon, set for June 14, features a total prize purse of R8.2 million, with performance bonuses that could allow her to earn up to R1.6 million, similar to last year.

Masters 2026: Rory McIlroy creates more Augusta history with back-to-back victory

SportsUnited Kingdom

bbc.com•5h ago

Masters 2026: Rory McIlroy creates more Augusta history with back-to-back victory

Rory McIlroy secured his second consecutive Masters title, becoming only the fourth player to achieve this feat. With a final score of 12 under par, he finished one stroke ahead of world number one Scottie Scheffler. McIlroy, who also defeated Justin Rose, noted that his victory last year allowed him to play with more freedom. This win marks his sixth major title, tying him with Sir Nick Faldo.

'Yes, We Can': Barcelona Chase Remontada in Madrid

SportsSpain

Abderrahim Kabbour•6h ago

'Yes, We Can': Barcelona Chase Remontada in Madrid

FC Barcelona is gearing up to face Atlético Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals, aiming to overturn a two-goal deficit. Following a derby win against Espanyol, the team is motivated by the chant 'Yes, we can.' Coach Hansi Flick emphasized the importance of concentration and resilience for achieving this comeback, insisting on the need for a flawless performance across all areas of play.

Stay Updated with NewsBoulevard

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Learn more