Rory back-to-back Masters champion: 6th major, grand slam chase
Key Questions
Who won the 2026 Masters Tournament?
Rory McIlroy won the 2026 Masters wire-to-wire at -12, securing back-to-back victories with a clutch final-round 71. This marked his sixth major win and advanced his grand slam chase.
How did Scottie Scheffler finish at the 2026 Masters?
Scottie Scheffler finished runner-up at -11, one stroke behind Rory McIlroy, after shooting a record third-round 65. He reacted graciously to narrowly missing the comeback victory.
Who tied for third place at the 2026 Masters?
Justin Rose, Cameron Young, Keegan Burns, Tyrrell Hatton, and Russell Henley tied for third at -10 in a chaotic finish.
What was the payout for winning the 2026 Masters?
Rory McIlroy earned a $4.5 million payout for the victory. The win also boosted his Official World Golf Ranking.
What piece of gear may have helped Rory McIlroy win?
Replaceable traction gear, with a perfect record this season, was spotlighted alongside Rory's TaylorMade equipment as a potential factor in his Masters success. It provided key grip during the tournament.
Rory wins 2026 Masters wire-to-wire -12 with clutch R4 71, edges Scheffler -11 RU after R3 record 65; T3 -10 chaos Rose/Young/Burns/Hatton/Henley; $4.5M payout/OWGR boosts; TM gear spotlight; Scheffler holds PGA Champ fave +380, Rory +700 amid LIV lurkers.