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McIlroy's next major mountain? New possible targets after Masters glory
Rory McIlroy reassessed his major goals after completing the career Grand Slam at The Masters, with his successful title defence now providing opportunities to create even more golfing history.
Source: Sky Sports
2026 Masters takeaways: Scottie Scheffler gets his groove back, Cameron Young proves he's next in line
Five biggest takeaways from Augusta National beyond Rory McIlroy securing his second consecutive green jacket
Source: CBS Sports
Successful major defences: McIlroy joins exclusive club
Rory McIlroy created more golfing history on Sunday as he recorded a stunning second consecutive Masters victory to join an exclusive list of successful major defences.
Source: Sky Sports
2026 RBC Heritage odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 17 majors
SportsLine's model simulated the 2026 RBC Heritage 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour picks for Hilton Head
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McIlroy makes major warning after Masters triumph
After retaining his Masters title, Rory McIlroy spent four hours dealing with presentations and interviews but was still smiling for the final one, writes Iain Carter.
Source: BBC Sport
Lowry's ace & McIlroy feature in best shots of 2026 Masters
Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry's hole-in-one all feature in shots of the tournament from the 2026 Masters in Augusta.
Source: BBC Sport
Rory McIlroy hails his parents after second Masters triumph
Golfer puts spotlight on Rosie and Gerry McIlroys sacrifices to support his dream in emotional victory speechIn a sport filled with pushy parents the McIlroys do things differently: Rory McIlroy…
Source: The Guardian
Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at Masters; Doc Rivers steps down; WNBA free agency winners and losers
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IN FULL! Rory reflects on Masters title defence, key preparations and potential for more history
Following his successful title defence at The Masters, Rory McIlroy reflects on his triumph and talks 'potential' for more success.
Source: Sky Sports
Justin Rose re-energised and ready for more after joint third at Masters
Englishman led for a time in final round on back nineThese are the tournaments I focus on, says 45-year-oldJustin Rose refused to write off his major chances after another Masters near-miss. The…
Source: The Guardian
Faldo, Donald praise McIlroy after Masters win
Sir Nick Faldo and Luke Donald heaped praise on Rory McIlroy after the Northern Irishman defended his Masters title at Augusta National.
Source: ESPN
Donald Trump brands Rory McIlroy a legend after second Masters triumph
US president praises 36-year-olds victory under pressureMcIlroy held nerve to beat world No 1 Scheffler by a shotDonald Trump called Rory McIlroy a legend as the United States president…
Source: The Guardian
Rory's mum goes viral for newspaper-inspired bag in wholesome celebrations
Rory McIlroy's mum, Rosie, was spotted with a wholesome tribute to her son on Sunday - a bag made from a newspaper article announcing Rory's 2025 career Grand Slam victory at Augusta.
Source: Sky Sports
'Good things come to those who wait': Rory McIlroy becomes repeat Masters champion on final day
Rory McIlroy has warned the rest of elite golf he will set further, lofty goals in his sport after a successful defence of the Masters.McIlroy prevailed at Augusta National by a shot over Scottie…
Source: The Guardian
McIlroy reads 'really cool' Faldo message
Rory McIlroy reveals what fellow back-to-back Masters champion Sir Nick Faldo shared with him as the pair met following McIlroy's Green Jacket presentation at Augusta National.
Source: BBC Sport
The Masters that got away - Rose the nearly man again
Justin Rose says his latest run at the Masters was the "chance that got away" after falling short at Augusta once more.
Source: BBC Sport
Watch full BBC Sport NI interview with Masters champion McIlroy
Watch BBC Sport NI's full interview with 2026 Masters champion Rory McIlroy from Augusta National.
Source: BBC Sport
'I don't make it easy!' - McIlroy savours 'incredible' Masters win
Rory McIlroy admitted that it would have been a bitter pill to swallow to not turn a record-breaking halfway lead at The Masters into a historic title defence at Augusta National.
Source: Sky Sports
More majors ahead for Rory? McIlroy's six victories so far
Record-breaking victories, a career Grand Slam and going back-to-back at The Masters... we look back at all of Rory McIlroy's six major titles so far...
Source: Sky Sports
Where does McIlroy rank among greats after Masters defence?
Rory McIlroy has added a rare Masters defence to the career Grand Slam - now he is aiming to keep climbing the all-time list of major victories.
Source: BBC Sport
