Sunday at The Masters was billed as an epic clash between two golfing juggernauts, Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy, but Justin Rose wasn’t about to let the two of them have all the fun.
After firing a scintillating 66, which included eight birdies in his final 12 holes, the popular Englishman threatened to disrupt the Career Grand Slam party – forcing Rory McIlroy to dig deep in a tense playoff at Augusta National.
I must say, I am thrilled that McIlroy got the job done and won his first Green Jacket, but I can’t help but feel sad for one of the nicest guys in world golf…
I’m Gutted For Justin Rose
Only someone with the level of decorum that Justin Rose possesses could come out so soon after a second agonising playoff defeat at The Masters and commend the chap who just crushed his dream of a second Major win.
In his press conference after the round, Rose shared his first words to Rory McIlroy after the playoff heartbreak – and they are just pure class.
“Rory is a friend for sure. Walked on the tee. We shake hands. That’s the business end of things.
“When it’s all said and done, I said to him, Listen, I was glad I was here on this green to witness you win the career Grand Slam. That’s such a cool, momentous moment in the game of golf.”
Justin Rose is the perfect professional, but he certainly doesn’t lack the intensity needed to surge up the leaderboard in a Major Championship
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Rose was also seen to clear the stage for Rory to take his putt, allowing him the opportunity to release that now famous outpouring of emotion on the 18th green, instead of being made to wait for Rose to finish up.
The way he handled his disappointment was admirable, and sets a great example for other players and young people watching around the world.
The roar after his birdie putt found the hole on the 18th green was deafening, truly highlighting his popularity and the will people have for Justin Rose to be successful.
I am gutted for Justin Rose, but at the same time his valiant performance only deepened my respect for him… and I don’t believe he is done yet!
Is There Another Major Chapter?
Each of these small things make Justin Rose the classic professional, but let’s have it right – he still has the capability to win another Major title.
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