Rory McIlroy wins The Masters: How sports psychologist Bob Rotella helped Grand Slam glory at Augusta National

14 April 2025, 13:32 | Updated: 14 April 2025, 23:18

Rory McIlroy fulfilled his date with golfing history by winning The Masters, with one of golf’s greatest minds playing a key role in his journey to Grand Slam glory.

McIlroy became just the sixth person to complete the career Grand Slam - and first since Tiger Woods - with his dramatic play-off win at Augusta National, defeating Justin Rose on the first extra hole to end an 11-year wait for a fifth major title.

The Northern Irishman has carried the burden of chasing the career Grand Slam over the past decade, with McIlroy using legendary sports psychologist Dr Bob Rotella to help deal with the mental challenge of returning to major glory.

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