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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 12: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland holds the Masters trophy after being awarded the Green Jacket following his victory during the final round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by David Cannon/Getty Images)

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