Golf icon Phil Mickelson reached out to Rory McIlroy after his impressive win at the Masters. McIlroy’s back-to-back victory at Augusta National made him only the fourth golfer to achieve this feat.
Initially facing challenges with a double-bogey on the fourth hole and a subsequent bogey on the sixth, McIlroy displayed resilience by scoring four birdies in the following seven holes. Ultimately finishing at 12-under, McIlroy’s lead seemed secure despite the pressure mounting in the final round.
Although McIlroy allowed his competitors to narrow the gap, creating a thrilling competition, Mickelson, a three-time Masters winner, admired the unfolding drama. The contrasting viewpoints of McIlroy and Mickelson within the PGA Tour and LIV Golf divide have been noted, especially since Mickelson joined LIV in 2022. Despite their differences, Mickelson praised McIlroy for matching his six major wins.
Mickelson took to social media to congratulate McIlroy on his Masters victory, highlighting the remarkable achievement of winning back-to-back titles. This isn’t the first time Mickelson has commended McIlroy, previously celebrating his career Grand Slam completion at Augusta.
McIlroy, who secured a £3.3 million prize for his win, expressed his satisfaction with successfully defending his title. Grateful for his family’s support, he acknowledged their contributions to his success during his victory speech.
Acknowledging the support of his wife, daughter, parents, and caddie, McIlroy reflected on the significance of their presence and encouragement in his journey. The Masters champion expressed gratitude to his loved ones and emphasized the importance of their unwavering support.