Ice-cool Jordan Spieth claims first major with historic Masters triumph
Young gun, evoking memories of Tiger Woods at Augusta National 18 years ago, adds name to record books with stunning wire-to-wire, four-shot victory
Jordan Spieth won a historic Masters triumph for the ages on Sunday, deftly handling the final-round tension to hold off Phil Mickelson and Justin Rose and win his first major title by four shots.
Writing an epic conclusion to a week of domination at Augusta National, the 21-year-old American fired a two-under par 70 to finish on 18-under 270, matching the 72-hole tournament record set by Tiger Woods in 1997.
It all happened quickly. Sometimes it feels like a long time ago and sometimes it feels like yesterday
"This was arguably the greatest day of my life," Spieth said. "To join the club that is the green jackets and to join Masters history and put my name on that trophy and to have this jacket forever, it something that I can’t fathom right now.
"It all happened quickly. Sometimes it feels like a long time ago and sometimes it feels like yesterday."
Since taking PGA Tour rookie of the year honours in 2013, Spieth has been on a meteoric rise up the golf rankings. His Augusta win will see him move up to number two on Monday, one step closer to his goal of being the best.
"The ultimate goal that I have mentioned each week is try to become the number one player in the world," said Spieth, who recently signed a 10-year endorsement deal with sportswear giant Under Armour.