Tiger Woods' Private Five-Word Message to Rory McIlroy After Masters
Rory McIlroy is not playing this week at the Byron Nelson as the golfer enjoys some added rest while taking a bit of a victory lap following his win at the Masters. McIlroy's win at Augusta National put the star in rare company after finally securing the Grand Slam.
One of these legendary golfers is Tiger Woods. During a Thursday interview on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," McIlroy revealed Woods' immediate response to the golfer winning the elusive green jacket.
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As for Woods, the legend continues to be sidelined while recovering from an Achilles injury. Woods took to social media to congratulate McIlroy for winning the Masters.
"Welcome to the club @McIlroyRory," Woods said in the April 13, message on X. "Completing the grand slam at Augusta is something special.
Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods watch golfers warm up for the inaugural match at SoFi Center, the home of TGL, the interactive golf league founded by Woods and McIlroy on January 7, 2025 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.GREG LOVETT/PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
"Your determination during this round, and this entire journey has shown through, and now you're a part of history. Proud of you!"
Woods and Mclroy also shared a more private moment between the two golfers. The legend had five words to relay to McIlroy after his historic Masters win.
"He said, 'Welcome to the club, kid,'" McIlroy revealed regarding Woods' message.
"Yeah, which was just so cool. As you said, six people ever have achieved the career ground slam in golf. There's only four of us (that) are living," McIlroy added.
"You know, Gary Player's 90 years old. Jack's (Nicklaus) 85, 86 and then Tiger and then myself... Really cool to be a part of."
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McIlroy is taking some time to rest as the golfer is not playing in the Byron Nelson after teaming up with good friend Shane Lowry to compete in the Zurich Classic.
Related: Rory McIlroy and Wife Erica Stoll Put Divorce Talk to Rest After Masters
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