Rory McIlroy’s Teary Message for His Parents After Masters Win Was So Special

Andy Nesbitt | Apr 14, 2025

Rory McIlroy got emotional talking about his parents after his Masters win. / @CBS

Rory McIlroy finally won a green jacket Sunday at the Masters, but he sure didn't make it easy for himself down the stretch, as he coughed up a big lead before getting the win with a birdie on the first playoff hole.

McIIlroy was rightfully emotional after that putt found the hole, as he was finally able to win his first Masters and become just the sixth player to complete the career Grand Slam.

While he shared a special moment with his wife and daughter just off the 18th green, he later had a teary message for his parents, Gerry and Rosie, who watched back home in Northern Ireland.

“I want to say hello back home to my mom and dad back home at Northern Ireland," he said while fighting back tears. “I can't wait to see them next week. I just can’t wait to celebrate this with them.”

Rory 👑

So happy for him, and so happy to see the way he carries himself. https://t.co/C0zmTfhMg8

— Jsnow (@JSnowETH) April 14, 2025

Here's some background on just how much his parents sacrificed for McIlroy when he was a kid:

Rory’s dad worked 100 hours a week. His mom worked night shift in a factory.

All to support him chasing his dream.

I find this stuff inspiring. Behind success is great sacrifice.

Sometimes it doesn’t pan out - sometimes it does. But you’ll never find out if you don’t try. pic.twitter.com/m7PW7akpsq

— Jared Doerfler (@DoerflerJared) April 14, 2025

What a win Sunday for the McIlroys.

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