McIlroy turned what could have been another major collapse into his grandest moment of all when he hit wedge to 3 feet for birdie in a sudden-death playoff against Justin Rose to win the Masters and complete his career Grand Slam.
The 30-year-old Californian, Xander Schauffele won the British Open with a masterpiece at Royal Troon. He played bogey-free for a 65 to get his name on the base of that silver claret jug.
Thompson's impressive play at the championship includes six birdies and a bogey-free front nine, showcasing her skill and strategic approach to the game.