Rory McIlroy’s four-year-old daughter, Poppy, sank a monster putt in the Par Three Tournament to delight the Augusta crowd on the eve of the 89th Masters.
The Northern Irishman helped his daughter make the long birdie putt on the final hole in the family-friendly pre-Masters event, describing the moment as “very cool”.
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“It’s just such a fun afternoon,” added McIlroy. “Being out there with Shane [Lowry] and Tommy [Fleetwood] and their families. We’re all very, very close, so to have the kids out there and them having fun is the most important thing.”
McIlroy, who is seeking his first Green Jacket to finally complete a career grand slam of majors, added: “It’s a really nice way to end the preparation going into what is the serious part of the week. So it’s nice to be able to get out here and do this.
“We’re waiting nine months from the last major so to end your preparations with such a fun afternoon is great. If you’re not ready by now, you don’t have a chance. Let’s have fun, go home, have dinner and rest and relax for Thursday.”
Other wholesome moments in the traditional curtain-raiser included Jordan Spieth, the 2015 champion, telling his young daughter, Sophie, not to eat the grass. Spieth was also accompanied by his wife, Annie, who acted as his caddie as he played alongside Max Homa whose two-year-old son, Cam, also took part in an all-white caddie outfit.
