Rory McIlroy's quest for a Masters title hit a dramatic setback on the final day of the 2026 tournament at Augusta National. The overnight joint leader stumbled at the fourth hole, carding a disastrous double bogey that saw him relinquish the top spot to American rival Cam Young.
McIlroy, who began the day sharing the lead, struggled notably with his putting on the challenging par-3 fourth. The error proved immediately costly, shifting the momentum firmly in Young's favor as the tournament entered its critical closing stages.
The double bogey at the fourth represents a significant blow to McIlroy's championship aspirations, transforming a position of strength into a battle to regain ground.
The 2026 Masters, already a tightly contested event, now hinges on whether McIlroy can mount a comeback or if Young can capitalize on the gifted advantage to secure the coveted green jacket.