Jack Otway
Guest Reporter
Rory McIlroy shared an emotional embrace with wife Erica Stoll after finally winning the Masters for the first time.
The Northern Irishman has struggled at Augusta over the years and had gone into the final day of the competition hoping to secure a first major since 2014.
That wait is over, however, with McIlroy able to fend off competition from Justin Rose to complete the career Grand Slam.
The Briton was emotional in the immediate aftermath of his triumph, with McIlroy breaking down in tears.
And the golfer immediately went to wife Erica, with the couple sharing a sweet embrace with the eyes of the world watching on.
Last year, McIlroy filed for divorce from his other half.
But the couple then announced that they'd reconciled and resolved their differences, with their relationship now appearing to be stronger than ever.
McIlroy was also cheered on by the couple's four-year-old daughter, Poppy.
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Tributes to McIlroy have already started to pour in on social media.
Rafael Nadal, who won his own career Grand Slam in tennis, said: "Congratulations Rory McIlroy! You deserved to win the Masters!"
Former England striker Michael Owen, who is a keen golf fan, stated: "The Grand Slam. Incredible Rory McIlroy.
"Sends shivers down your spine watching greatness. Sport at its finest."
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Former Open champion Paul Lawrie wrote: "Beyond amazing. massive congrats."
And two-time major winner Padraig Harrington said: : "What a relief, some drama. Well deserved and I’m sure all the sweeter for the years waiting."
McIlroy has spoken in the Butler Cabin following his win.
He admits that he'd previously thought he'd never win the Masters, having waited to so long to finally get his hands on a green jacket.
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The Northern Irishman has struggled at Augusta over the years and had gone into the final day of the competition hoping to secure a first major since 2014.
That wait is over, however, with McIlroy able to fend off competition from Justin Rose to complete the career Grand Slam.
The Briton was emotional in the immediate aftermath of his triumph, with McIlroy breaking down in tears.

And the golfer immediately went to wife Erica, with the couple sharing a sweet embrace with the eyes of the world watching on.
Last year, McIlroy filed for divorce from his other half.
But the couple then announced that they'd reconciled and resolved their differences, with their relationship now appearing to be stronger than ever.
McIlroy was also cheered on by the couple's four-year-old daughter, Poppy.
JUST IN: Rory McIlroy emotional as golf star finally completes career Grand Slam with dramatic Masters win
Tributes to McIlroy have already started to pour in on social media.
Rafael Nadal, who won his own career Grand Slam in tennis, said: "Congratulations Rory McIlroy! You deserved to win the Masters!"
Former England striker Michael Owen, who is a keen golf fan, stated: "The Grand Slam. Incredible Rory McIlroy.
"Sends shivers down your spine watching greatness. Sport at its finest."
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Capturing the grand slam on the grandest stage!
Rory McIlroy has won the Masters
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— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) April 13, 2025
Former Open champion Paul Lawrie wrote: "Beyond amazing. massive congrats."
And two-time major winner Padraig Harrington said: : "What a relief, some drama. Well deserved and I’m sure all the sweeter for the years waiting."
McIlroy has spoken in the Butler Cabin following his win.
He admits that he'd previously thought he'd never win the Masters, having waited to so long to finally get his hands on a green jacket.
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