Rose was classy in defeat that day in 2017. He lovingly patted Garcia’s cheek, they embraced, and then Rose tapped Garcia on the heart. He knew what it meant for a talented Spaniard who had played 70 majors before winning.

Rory McIlroy beat Justin Rose in a playoff to win the 2025 Masters tournament, the first green jacket of his career to complete the career Grand Slam.

Justin Rose fell in a Masters Tournament playoff for the second time Sunday and first since 2017. Here's what he had to say.