McIlroy defends Masters title

In a thrilling final round at Augusta National, Rory McIlroy carded a composed 71 to finish at 12-under par and retain his Masters crown.

Despite a mid-round challenge from Justin Rose and a late charge by Scottie Scheffler, McIlroy held his nerve to secure his sixth major championship.

The victory was particularly emotional as his parents, who missed his win last year, were present greenside to witness the historic moment.

McIlroy's second consecutive win cements his legacy as one of the greatest golfers of his generation and ends over a decade of frustration at the tournament.