McIlroy credits working-class parents for Masters triumph

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Rory McIlroy credited his working-class parents Rosie and Gerry for their sacrifices and support after defending his Masters title, persuading them to attend Augusta this year. He stressed golf was his dream, not theirs, and thanked them for enabling his rise as he secured his sixth major in an emotional moment with family and loved ones at the 18th hole.
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