2025 Masters: Sports Illustrated's Best Photos From a Week at Augusta National

Rory McIlroy completed the career Grand Slam and SI was there for it all. Here are our best photos from the 2025 Masters.

Zach Koons

The famous Masters gnome (left) was among the pieces of merchandise that patrons of Augusta National Golf Club could purchase during the 2025 tournament. / Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

The sun has set on the 2025 Masters after Rory McIlroy became the sixth player to complete golf's Grand Slam by winning the green jacket for the first time.

But McIlroy's breakthrough wasn't the only compelling story from Augusta National. Bryson DeChambeau again found himself in contention, only to fall away from the top of the leaderboard on Sunday. Justin Rose finished as the runner-up, experiencing heartbreak for the second time in a playoff at the Masters. Scottie Scheffler was unable to keep up the momentum across the four days of the tournament to mount a serious title defense.

And of course, Augusta had plenty to offer in terms of gorgeous views, passionate fans and delicacies that only the Masters can provide.

Sports Illustrated was on hand to witness the triumph and heartbreak at the 2025 Masters, from the on-course action to the ambiance and beyond. Here's what SI captured from the weekend at Augusta.

Justin Rose fist pumps in the direction of the crowd after making a putt on the 18th hole. — Rose first pumps after making a birdie putt on the 72nd hole that ultimately forced a playoff with McIlroy. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

More Scenes From the 2025 Masters

Rory McIlroy and his daughter Poppy walk together during the Masters' Par-3 Contest. — Before play got underway, golfers were joined by their familes and loved ones during the Masters Par-3 Contest. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Jon Rahm holds his son on his shoulder during the Masters' Par-3 Contest. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Jack Nicklaus hits his ceremonial tee shot on the first hole at Augusta National. — Jack Nicklaus hits his ceremonial tee shot on the first hole at Augusta National before Thursday's opening round. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

A close-up of a pair of binoculars and a stack of five 2025 Masters cups. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

A collection of food at the Masters on a table. — A collection of the Masters' famed concessions, including a few sandwiches and popcorn. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

A patron watches the 2025 Masters through binoculars. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Bryson DeChambeau stands with his hands on his hips during the first round of the Masters. — DeChambeau established himself as a contender early in the tournament, opening up with rounds of 69 and 68 on Thursday and Friday, respectively. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Bryson DeChambeau looks on after a drive. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

The crowd watches Rory McIlroy on the sixth green. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Justin Rose tees off at the 10th hole of Augusta National Golf Club. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

A close-up of a patron's hat that reads "Amen Corner" in bold letters. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Scottie Scheffler points to his left after driving the ball into the trees on the 18th hole during the second round. — Scheffler, winner of the 2024 Masters, was also in the mix through the first two rounds until an errant tee shot on the 18th hole at the end of Round 2 left him in a precarious spot. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Scottie Scheffler looks through a tree for an opening to play his second shot. — The view of Scheffler attempting to play his second shot. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Scottie Scheffler emerges from the tree after hitting his shot on the 18th hole. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

A caddie holds up the flag on a hole at Augusta National during the Masters. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

The sun shines down as patrons watch golfers hit tee shots at the par-3, 12th hole. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Rory McIlroy hits a shot from off the fairway at the 7th hole with patrons watching. — McIlroy swings through his second shot on the par-4, 7th hole from off the fairway with many patrons watching close by. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Rory McIlroy hits a tee shot on the 18th hole at Augusta National Golf Club. — Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

Bryson Dechambeau fist pumps after making a putt from just off the green on the 18th hole at the end of the third round. — DeChambeau made a lengthy birdie putt from just off the green on the 18th hole at the end of the third round Saturday to pull within two shots of McIlroy. | Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated

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Zach Koons

Zach Koons is a programming editor at Sports Illustrated who frequently writes about Formula One. He joined SI as a Breaking and Trending News writer in February 2022 before joining the programming team in 2023. Koons previously worked at The Spun and interned for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He currently hosts the “Bleav in Northwestern” podcast and received a bachelor’s in journalism from Northwestern University.