It was the moment from the final round of the Masters that left golf fans stunned … and confused. In the fairway, 82 yards away on the 13th hole with a three-shot lead, Rory McIlroy inexplicably found Rae’s Creek.

Rory McIlroy put on one of the all-time great shot-making displays during the final three rounds of the 2025 Masters. While he putt well and hit some jaw-dropping drives, it was his iron and wedge play that impressed the most on his way to a green jacket.