Golf icon Phil Mickelson recently reached out to Rory McIlroy in light of his impressive victory at the Masters. McIlroy made history by becoming the fourth golfer to successfully defend his title at Augusta National, showcasing a stunning performance during the final round.
Despite facing setbacks with a double-bogey and a bogey early on, McIlroy showed resilience by scoring four birdies in the following holes, ultimately finishing with a one-under-par round. The 36-year-old, who ended at 12-under, initially seemed poised for a dominant win after a strong start but clinched victory by just one stroke amid increasing pressure.
While allowing his competitors to narrow the gap was likely not ideal for McIlroy, it added to the excitement, reminiscent of his playoff win against Justin Rose a year ago. Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters champion, acknowledged the thrilling competition at Augusta.
McIlroy and Mickelson, known for their differing perspectives within the PGA Tour and LIV Golf divide, have seen McIlroy’s major wins match Mickelson’s six victories. Mickelson took to social media to congratulate McIlroy on his remarkable back-to-back Masters triumph, highlighting the achievement and showing support for the champion.
This isn’t the first time Mickelson has praised McIlroy on social platforms, previously lauding him for securing his career Grand Slam last year. McIlroy, winning the £3.3 million top prize, expressed satisfaction in defending his title, emphasizing the challenge and his determination to prove his previous win was not a fluke.
In his victory speech, McIlroy acknowledged the pivotal role of his family, particularly thanking his wife and daughter, as well as his parents, for their unwavering support. Reflecting on the memorable moments of the tournament, McIlroy expressed gratitude for his family’s presence and their influence on his success.
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