PGA Tour
United StatesSeason 2026
Winner
Rory McIlroy
Runner-up
Scottie Scheffler
Third
Tyrrell Hatton
Top Finishers
| Finisher | Pts |
|---|---|
| 1stRory McIlroy | |
| 2ndScottie Scheffler | |
| 3rdTyrrell Hatton | |
| 7thCollin Morikawa | |
| 9thMax Homa |
Rory McIlroy etched his name deeper into golfing lore on Sunday, April 12, 2026, by becoming just the fourth player in history to win consecutive Masters titles. Entering the final round tied for the lead, McIlroy’s primary objective was to weather a fierce charge from the field.
Despite seeing his cushion evaporate around the turn, he displayed immense grit on the back nine, carding a 1-under 71 to finish at 12-under-par (276) and secure a dramatic one-stroke victory. The afternoon was a high-stakes duel, particularly with world number one Scottie Scheffler, who carded a bogey-free 68 to reach 11-under and take the clubhouse lead.
McIlroy responded to the pressure with a clutch seven-foot birdie on the 12th and an 11-footer on the 13th to regain control. A group of four players, including Justin Rose, Tyrrell Hatton, Russell Henley, and Cameron Young, finished tied for third at 10-under-par.
Ultimately, a clinical par on the 18th hole was enough for McIlroy to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods as the only men to defend a Green Jacket, solidifying his status as a titan of the modern era. After Final Round Top 10 plus ties Pos.
/Player /To Par /R1 /R2 /R3 /R4 /Total 1 Rory McIlroy -12 67 65 73 71 276 2 Scottie Scheffler -11 70 74 65 68 277 T3 Tyrrell Hatton -10 74 66 72 66 278 T3 Russell Henley -10 73 71 66 68 278 T3 Justin Rose -10 70 69 69 70 278 T3 Cameron Young -10 73 67 65 73 278 T7 Collin Morikawa -9 74 69 68 68 279 T7 Sam Burns -9 67 71 68 73 279 T9 Max Homa -8 72 70 71 67 280 T9 Xander Schauffele -8 70 72 70 68 280