Rory McIlroy reveals what 2026 Masters victory taught him
Rory McIlroy waited so long for his first Masters. That taught him something. Now, he's a repeat winner.
AUGUSTA, GA – Rory McIlroy had oh-so-much to celebrate on the final day of the Masters . Before we get to the golf, start with his waistline. “It still fits,” McIlroy joked of his green jacket, the 38 Regular back on his shoulders after going back-to-back at Augusta National .
Give the tailor the night off. McIlroy looks a natural in that jacket. You see, there’s a common misconception about being a repeat champion at the Masters.
McIlroy won’t receive a second green jacket for winning in consecutive years. As a repeat winner, you just slip back into the same green jacket that’s already yours. The fit suits him.
Now, the question becomes: How many majors will he finish with? “I don't want to put a number on it,” McIlroy said, “but I certainly don’t want to stop here. ” No reason it should stop here.
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