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Rory McIlroy successfully defends Masters golf title

Rory McIlroy successfully defends Masters golf title | iNFOnews.ca
Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, celebrates after winning the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

AUGUSTA — Rory McIlroy has successfully defended his Masters golf tournament title.

The 36-year-old shot 1-under 71 in the final round on Sunday to finish 12-under for the event.

McIlroy came into the weekend with a six-shot lead.

However, he shot 73 on Saturday to enter Sunday in a tie atop the leaderboard with Cameron Young.

He became just the fourth repeat winner of the Masters, joining Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 12, 2026.

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