Rory McIlroy Wins Back‑to‑Back Masters, Phil Mickelson Offers Praise

Rory McIlroy secured his second straight Masters title, a feat that earned him a shout‑out from fellow champion Phil Mickelson. Mickelson, who has claimed the green jacket three times himself, celebrated Rory’s triumph on social media, calling the victory “exciting” and noting that two consecutive wins are extraordinary. The two players rarely play together after Mickelson joined LIV Golf, yet they still share mutual respect.With this win Rory now has six major championships, placing him alongside Mickelson in the elite group of golfers with that many titles. Although Phil missed this year’s Masters for personal reasons, he was quick to commend Rory and expressed that it would have been great to see him on the course. He also highlighted the absence of Tiger Woods, another legend, and said it was a shame that neither could attend. Rory’s success shows how respect for the game and its icons can transcend current controversies.