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.
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.
“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.
.@TigerWoods told @McIlroyRory, “Welcome to the club, kid,” after he achieved the Career Grand Slam ⛳ #FallonTonightpic.twitter.com/tR8pomjRT2
— The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) May 2, 2025
“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.
27 years apart. Absolutely wild pic.twitter.com/FpsDvyiiPR
— Rory McIlroy Tracker (@RMTracker) May 2, 2025
“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.”
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
Read the full article here
