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Masters RECAP: Rory McIlroy breaks down in tears after beating Justin Rose in play-off

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needed a play-off to defeat Justin Rose, end his 11-year wait for a major title and complete the career Grand Slam on an emotional Sunday at Augusta. The Northern Irishman broke down in tears after winning his fifth major which finally completed the set and entered him into an exclusive club with only five other all-time greats.

There were ups and downs during an absolute rollercoaster of a final round, but McIlroy got the job done with a birdie in the play-off after missing a six-foot putt to seal it on the 18th. See below for a recap of the Masters action as it unfolded...

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