After years of collapses and failures, Rory McIlroy finally got his green jacket. While it looked like things would once again end in tragedy multiple times, McIlroy cast his demons aside to win the Masters for the first time, and pick up a career grand slam in the process.
Given McIlroy’s struggles in general — despite numerous close calls, McIlroy had not won a major since 2014 — and his failures at the Masters — McIlroy famously lost a three-stroke lead on the final day in 2011 — the Irishman erupted in celebration after winning the event.
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Here are the 10 best pictures of McIlroy at the 2025 Masters:
Rory McIlroy reacts to winning the 2025 Masters
Years of frustration were erased in an instant the moment McIlroy sank a putt in the playoff to win the 2025 Masters. In response, McIlroy dropped to his knees and let out a scream.
Rory McIlroy let it all out after winning the 2025 Masters. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
(Richard Heathcote via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy gets his green jacket
With the deed finally done, McIlroy got to put on the green jacket. The moment his arms were in there, McIlroy looked jubilant.
Rory McIlroy looked jubilant upon finally getting his green jacket. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
(Ben Jared via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy hoists the Masters trophy
With the Masters won and the green jacket in hand, McIlroy had one more thing to do: Lift the Masters trophy high above his head.
Rory McIlroy celebrates with the Masters trophy. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
(Ben Jared via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy speaks as Masters champion
During his majors drought, McIlroy constantly spoke about learning from his mistakes and growing as a player. He was finally able to talk about winning again Sunday.
Rory McIlroy speaks during the Green Jacket Ceremony. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
(Richard Heathcote via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy celebrates with his family at the 2025 Masters
With the trophy in hand, McIlroy took pictures with his daughter, Poppy, and wife, Erica Stoll on the course.
Rory McIlroy celebrates his Masters win with his family. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
(Ben Jared via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy, caddie Harry Diamond embrace
After sinking the winning putt, McIlroy made sure to give thanks to his caddie, Harry Diamond.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland celebrates with his caddie Harry Diamond following his playoff victory. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
(Ben Jared via Getty Images)
Justin Rose congratulates Rory McIlroy
McIlroy also took a moment to talk to runner-up Justin Rose, who pushed McIlroy to a playoff at the 2025 Masters. The two shared an embrace and some words after the event.
Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose speak after the 2025 Masters. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
(Richard Heathcote via Getty Images)
The Masters crowd celebrates Rory McIlroy’s win
The shot of McIlroy alone and on his knees might get more attention, but other angles show just how much the fans wanted McIlroy to finally win it all.
The fans loved Rory McIlroy’s win at the 2025 Masters. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
(Andrew Redington via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy’s golf club in Ireland reacts to his Masters win
McIlroy grew up in Hollywood, Northern Ireland and honed his craft at the Holywood Golf Club when he was younger. With McIlroy on the verge of a Masters win, fans gathered at the Holywood Golf Club in Ireland to watch the action.
Fans show up at Rory McIlroy’s Holywood Golf Club in County Down, Belfast to watch him play in the Masters. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Images via Getty Images)
(Liam McBurney – PA Images via Getty Images)
Rory McIlroy waves goodbye to fans at the 2025 Masters
With all the post-event ceremonies over, McIlroy was able to wind down. As he left the course, he waved to fans still supporting him at the event.
Rory McIlroy waves to fans at Augusta after winning the 2025 Masters. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
(Andrew Redington via Getty Images)
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