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Phil Mickelson Used 1 Word To Describe Sunday's Masters Finish

Originally posted on The Spun | By Matt Hladik | Last updated Apr 14, 2025 4:00 PM ET

Phil Mickelson did not make it to the weekend at the 2025 Masters, but he did watch Rory McIlroy win the green jacket Sunday.

McIlroy's long-awaited triumph at Augusta was a golf story for the ages and will surely be discussed for decades to come. The 35-year-old finally completed the career grand slam that had eluded him since 2014, winning the Masters for the first time after several close calls. The victory was also McIlroy's first major win in general in 11 years.

"It's the best day of my golfing life," McIlroy said Sunday night. "I've literally made my dreams come true."

McIlroy led by two shots to start Sunday but immediately lost the lead. He regained, going up by four shots at the turn but blew that advantage in a span of four holes.

AL MUROOJ, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 31: Phil Mickelson of USA talks to the media during a practice round prior to the PIF Saudi International at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club on January 31, 2023 in Al Murooj, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Luke Walker/WME IMG/WME IMG via Getty Images)Luke Walker/WME IMG/Getty Images

Eventually, the Northern Irishman took a one-shot lead into 18, but bogeyed the hole when a par would have clinched the championship. Mercifully, McIlroy secured the green jacket with a tremendous birdie on the first playoff hole against Justin Rose.

Following the round, Mickelson, a three-time Masters champion, called the finish "incredible" in a tweet congratulating McIlroy.

"What in incredible Masters. Congrats to Rory on his win and for completing the career grand slam. Amazing," Mickelson wrote.

McIlroy is now the sixth golfer all-time to complete the career grand slam, joining Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 11: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after a putt on the 18th hole during the second round of the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 11, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)Harry How/Getty Images

Woods also offered congratulations to his longtime friend and fellow PGA Tour competitor Sunday night.

"Welcome to the club @McIlroyRory," Woods wrote.

"Completing the grand slam at Augusta is something special. Your determination during this round, and this entire journey has shown through, and now you’re a part of history. Proud of you!"

McIlroy's next major appearance will be at the PGA Championship in Charlotte next month.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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