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Rory McIlroy Credits Mickelson for 2025 Masters Triumph

3/20/2026

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Rory McIlroy, golfer, credited Phil Mickelson's advice to be aggressive for 2025 Masters victory, adopting an assertive front-nine that secured the win and completed his career Grand Slam.
McIlroy previously struggled with event's pressure and recalled past disappointments, including a 2024 finish where he dropped from second to 27th.
As he prepares to defend 2026 Masters, McIlroy faces a back injury that leaves him ranked 2 behind Scottie Scheffler.

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Rory McIlroy, golfer, credited Phil Mickelson's advice to be aggressive for 2025 Masters victory, adopting an assertive front-nine that secured the win and completed his career Grand Slam.
McIlroy previously struggled with event's pressure and recalled past disappointments, including a 2024 finish where he dropped from second to 27th.
As he prepares to defend 2026 Masters, McIlroy faces a back injury that leaves him ranked 2 behind Scottie Scheffler.