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teams.ie Editorial TeamRory McIlroy returns to Augusta National as the defending Masters champion with a genuine chance at back-to-back Green Jackets, a rare feat in golf's most prestigious tournament, and the Holywood star has made clear he has no intention of surrendering his jacket without a fight. McIlroy's triumph twelve months ago marked the greatest moment of his career, and with newfound freedom and confidence, he'll be among the favourites alongside other major contenders as the first men's major of 2026 gets underway this week at Augusta. Elsewhere, Jon Rahm has expressed confidence in making Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup squad despite his current circumstances, while American Gary Woodland will have security support on hand to help manage PTSD episodes during the tournament, highlighting the human stories behind golf's grandest stages.
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From Seve's dance to Tiger's triumph - how to take a great golf photo
Some of golf's iconic images - from Seve Ballesteros' celebration to Rory McIlroy's roar and Tiger Woods' exhilaration - and the stories behind them.

Masters - dates, tee times, favourites & how to follow on the BBC
All you need to know as the first men's major of 2026 gets under way at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.

Woodland relying on security to cope with PTSD at Masters
Gary Woodland says he has "no idea" when he may suffer a PTSD episode but knowing security is close at hand at the Masters helps keep him calm.

Is 'free' McIlroy ready to create more Masters history?
Twelve months after the greatest moment of his career, Rory McIlroy returns to the Masters looking for a rare back-to-back win.

Bryson DeChambeau making his own golf clubs in quest for Masters title
American faded to finish joint-fifth last year at Augusta ‘I am working on irons, building irons, building a driver’ Bryson DeChambeau has revealed the latest

Rory McIlroy returns to scene of Masters glory with ‘big weight off my shoulders’ | Andy Bull
The defending champion is ‘a lot more relaxed’ but ‘just as motivated’ this year after finally winning at Augusta On the Tuesday of last year’s Masters, Rory Mc

Rahm confident he will play at 2027 Ryder Cup
Jon Rahm is confident he will be in Europe's team to face the United States in next year's Ryder Cup despite currently being ineligible to play.

'I don't want to give it up!' - McIlroy on Green Jacket
Defending Masters champion Rory McIlroy speaks to BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson about his return to Augusta National.

Masters tee-times for rounds one and two announced
Find out the tee-times for Thursday and Friday's first two rounds of the Masters at Augusta National in Georgia.

Jon Rahm adamant he will play for Europe at next year’s Ryder Cup
Spaniard confident resolution with DP World Tour is close Rahm paired with Gotterup and Åberg at Masters Jon Rahm has declared he will play for Europe in next

Woods 'selfish' to drive under the influence - Day
Jason Day says Tiger Woods was "a little bit selfish" to drive under the influence and "put other people in harm's way" when he crashed his car in Florida last

The Masters is a welcome oasis in golf’s fractious world, despite its stuffy foibles | Ewan Murray
No phones, no littering, no cheering bad shots – ‘patrons’ face strict rules at Augusta, but what a contrast to last year’s disgraceful Ryder Cup It is easy to
