Rory McIlroy just made golf history — again. But honestly? His mom might have stolen the show.
The 36-year-old won his second straight green jacket at the 2026 Masters Tournament on Sunday, April 13, beating Scottie Scheffler by one shot. That alone is a massive deal.
He’s now just the fourth golfer ever to win back-to-back Masters, joining Jack Nicklaus (1965–1966), Nick Faldo (1989–1990) and Tiger Woods (2001–2002).
But it’s the family story behind this win that has the internet in its feelings.
During the final round, eagle-eyed fans spotted something special sitting next to Rory McIlroy’s...
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