Rory McIlroy Wins Masters, Earns Millions in Prizes

Golf star claims back-to-back green jackets and record-setting tournament purse

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:06am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the chaotic final moments of the Masters golf tournament, with overlapping geometric shapes in shades of green, blue, and yellow representing the action on the course.Rory McIlroy's dramatic final-round surge at Augusta National earns him a second consecutive Masters title and a massive payday.Augusta Today

Rory McIlroy won the 2026 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, becoming only the fourth player in history to win consecutive green jackets. McIlroy took home a $4.5 million cash prize as well as additional awards like a replica trophy, gold medal, and crystal vases for his low round scores.

Why it matters

McIlroy's victory cements his status as one of the all-time greats in professional golf, joining an elite club of players who have won the Masters multiple times. The record-setting $22.5 million tournament purse also highlights the immense financial rewards available to top golfers today.

The details

McIlroy, 36, survived a late scare on the 18th hole to edge out Scottie Scheffler by one shot and claim his sixth major championship. In addition to the $4.5 million first-place prize, McIlroy also received a replica trophy, gold medal, and two crystal vases for his low round scores. Scheffler took home the silver medal as the runner-up.

  • McIlroy won the 2026 Masters Tournament on Sunday, April 13.
  • The 2026 Masters featured a record-setting $22.5 million total purse.

The players

Rory McIlroy

A 36-year-old professional golfer from Northern Ireland who has now won six major championships, including back-to-back Masters titles.

Scottie Scheffler

The runner-up in the 2026 Masters Tournament, earning the silver medal.

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What they’re saying

“I thought it was so difficult to win last year because of trying to win the Masters and the grand slam, and then this year, I realized it's just really difficult to win the Masters. I tried to convince myself it was both.”

— Rory McIlroy

What’s next

McIlroy will look to continue his dominant run at the next major championship, the U.S. Open, as he pursues his first career grand slam.

The takeaway

Rory McIlroy's back-to-back Masters victories cement his legacy as one of the greatest golfers of his generation, earning him millions in prize money and cementing his place among the all-time greats of the sport.