The 2025 Masters Tournament concluded with a dramatic finish as Rory McIlroy emerged victorious, securing his first green jacket after defeating Justin Rose. The tournament showcased intense competition and highlighted the generous prize money awarded to all participants. Even those who did not make the cut received a significant sum of $25,000. McIlroy's thrilling journey included a one-stroke lead entering the final hole but ended with a playoff after a bogey on the 18th hole.
In an unforgettable showdown at the Augusta National Golf Club, Rory McIlroy demonstrated exceptional skill and composure under pressure. The final day was filled with suspense, as McIlroy entered the last hole with a narrow lead over Justin Rose. Despite making a bogey on the closing hole, McIlroy managed to force a playoff where he ultimately triumphed. This victory not only cemented McIlroy's legacy but also brought him a substantial cash prize of $4.2 million.
Justin Rose, who tied McIlroy’s total score of -11, took home a commendable second-place prize of $2.268 million. Patrick Reed secured third place with a score of -9, earning $1.428 million. Scottie Scheffler followed closely in fourth place with a score of -8, receiving $1.008 million. The top five positions were rounded out by Sungjae Im and Bryson DeChambeau, both scoring -7 and sharing a prize of $798,000 each.
Beyond the top contenders, numerous players excelled in their performances. Notably, Ludvig Aberg finished seventh with a score of -6, earning $703,500. Tied for eighth place were Jason Day, Corey Conners, Xander Schauffele, and Zach Johnson, all scoring -5 and collecting $588,000 apiece. Further down the leaderboard, Harris English and Max Homa shared a prize of $462,000 each for their scores of -4.
The Masters continued its tradition of rewarding all competitors generously. Players such as Bubba Watson, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, Tyrrell Hatton, Matt McCarty, Tom Hoge, and Collin Morikawa, who scored -3, each received $336,000. Even those further down the rankings, including Hideki Matsuyama, Davis Riley, Tommy Fleetwood, Daniel Berger, Byeong Hun An, and Viktor Hovland, still earned a respectable $210,000 each for their efforts.
This year's Masters will be remembered not only for McIlroy's remarkable victory but also for the financial recognition given to every participant. The tournament underscored the prestige and generosity of the Masters, celebrating golfers' talents across the board. With such substantial rewards, the event continues to inspire and motivate golfers worldwide to compete at the highest level.