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The Shot That Won It: Rory McIlroy's Amen Corner Magic | 2026 Masters
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McConnell Golf presents ROAD TO AUGUSTA | Season Finale: Rory McIlroy Wins 2026 Masters | Back-to-Back Champion at Augusta NationalRory McIlroy has done it again.In the Season Finale of McConnell Golf presents ROAD TO AUGUSTA, host Ward Clayton recaps the 90th Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, where Rory McIlroy wins his second consecutive Green Jacket, finishing 12-under to edge Scottie Scheffler by one shot.After a dramatic weekend, McIlroy reclaimed control at Amen Corner:• Steady par at No. 11• Clutch birdie at No. 12• Critical birdie at No. 13Despite a closing bogey at 18, Rory’s performance held strong—highlighted by:• 1st in driving distance (334.4 yards)• 3rd in putting (111 putts)• Strategic preparation treating Augusta National like a “home course”This episode also covers:• Masters 2026 final leaderboard and key moments• North Carolina players and tournament impact• Course difficulty (No. 5 toughest, No. 8 easiest)• Early preview of the 2027 Masters and the potential for a three-peatPlus, a look back at the voices, stories, and moments that defined this season of Road to Augusta.If you’re searching for Rory McIlroy Masters win, Augusta National recap, Masters highlights, or golf major analysis, this is the complete season-ending breakdown.00:00 McConnell Golf Legacy01:21 Masters Sunday Drama02:40 Amen Corner Turning Point03:26 Rory Stats And Prep04:47 Carolina Ties Recap05:52 Next Year Threepeat Talk06:44 Season Guests Highlights09:05 Thanks And Next Season10:14 Closing Rufus De Sol / Rory Music Outro⛳ KEY TOPICS• Rory McIlroy Masters win 2026• Back-to-back Masters champion• Augusta National recap• Amen Corner turning point• Masters leaderboard analysis• 2027 Masters previewWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState