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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Harry Latham-Coyle

Masters 2026 result: Rory McIlroy holds off Scottie Scheffler to retain his title

Rory McIlroy Scottie Scheffler Masters Cameron Young
  • Rory McIlroy held his nerve to successfully defend his Masters title on Sunday evening.
  • McIlroy entered the final round in a share of the lead with Cameron Young.
  • He was able to pull clear of Young, but was put under pressure by Justin Rose and then world No 1 Scottie Scheffler.
  • However, McIlroy just had enough left in the tank to finish one shot clear of Scheffler on 12-under-par.
  • McIlroy becomes just the fourth player to defend his Masters title after Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods.

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The Masters LIVE: Rory McIlroy seizes lead as Scottie Scheffler lurks in thrilling final round

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