Tranlate this title Rory McIlroy responds to criticism with emotional Masters speech for Erica Stoll in spanish

When he finally donned the prestigious green jacket a year ago, after 17 years of waiting, Rory McIlroy said during the ceremony that he believed that victory at the Masters would be transformative.

And he was right.

He continued his great performances until the end of the season, recorded another triumph in the season’s Race to Dubai and is now tying Colin Montgomerie on the all-time Order of Merit list.

And then everything from the beginning of the year, until yesterday, he subordinated to defending his title at the Masters.

He succeeded in that. After a great fight, a lot of oscillations and defended attacks by the competition, which included those who warmed up the machine late, such as Scottie Scheffler, and others who once again fell apart on the greens, such as Justin Rose, Rory waited for his opportunity and let out a cry of freedom and victory on the green of the 18th hole.

Because that’s what he is – he’s really free from pressure and he’s really a big winner.

By defending his title, he became only the fourth golfer in history to defend his title at the Masters. Before him, Jack Nicklaus (1965, 1966), Nick Faldo (1989, 1990) and Tiger Woods (2001, 2002) succeeded. Excellent company, nothing to worry about!

This was the first of four majors this season. The next one that awaits us is the 126th edition of the US Open, which will be played from June 18 to 21 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island, New York.

Rory McIlroy’s emotional speech

Rory McIlroy was particularly emotional after his victory. In his emotional speech, he decided to thank his family, friends, and most of all his wife Erica Stoll.

Rory McIlroy had not specifically mentioned Erica Stoll the year before, but after defending his title he certainly corrected that «mistake».

According to Rory McIlroy, this tournament was challenging.

The Northern Irish golfer is grateful to his family most of all because they put up with him in different phases, especially before important tournaments that bring stress and nervousness.

«This is the hard part. I want to say a few thank yous to the people on my left. First and foremost, my wife and daughter, Erica and Poppy.

They have to put up with me at home and, trust me, sometimes that’s a tough thing to do. But they have been my biggest supporters.

This has definitely turned into Poppy’s favourite week of the year. I don’t know if it’s because of the Par 3 Tournament or it’s the all-you-can-eat ice cream in the players’ services building.»

The experienced golfer also addressed his parents who were not present last year. Their presence this time proved important for Rory McIlroy and ultimately made him happy.

Although they did not want to attend the Masters last year, believing that it might bring bad luck, Rory McIlroy still showed that his golf knowledge and focus are stronger than various rituals. 

«And also, I want to thank-not thank, jeez. My mom and dad. They weren’t here last year to celebrate with us (last year).

Surprisingly, I had to convince them to come this year, because they thought that the reason that I won was because they weren’t here. So I’m glad that we proved that wrong. But mom and dad, I owe everything to you.

You are the most wonderful parents. If I can be half the parent to Poppy as you were to me, then I know I’ve done a good job.»

This victory once again showed the greatness of Rory McIlroy, a golfer who after many years managed to win the Masters last year and thus complete the career Grand Slam. 

A win like that seems to have taken a huge weight off his shoulders, so Rory has had a fantastic start to this year’s tournament – ​​dominating the first two days, encountering a host of obstacles on the third day, but remaining focused and determined on the final day and ultimately taking a well-deserved victory.

The Northern Irish golfer will now celebrate this important victory and focus on the challenges ahead.

Rory McIlroy, as you already know, won the previous two editions, while in 2024 Scottie Scheffler came out on top. The year before, Jon Rahm was brilliant, winning this prestigious tournament.

In 2022, Scottie Scheffler also won the Masters for the first time.

Although Scheffler was expected to win the green jacket this year, the American golfer still fell one stroke short of leader Rory McIlroy.