On Sunday, April 11th, 2021, Jon Rahm secured his first Masters title after an impressive performance at Augusta National Golf Club. After starting the final round four strokes behind leader Brooks Koepka, Rahm erased the deficit and won by one stroke. This victory marks Rahm’s first major championship win and is a huge accomplishment for the 26-year-old Spaniard.
Rahm started the day four strokes behind Koepka and quickly made up ground with birdies on holes 4 and 5. He then took the lead after Koepka bogeyed the 8th hole. Rahm was able to maintain his lead for the rest of the round, despite a few hiccups along the way. He bogeyed the 11th and 16th holes, but was able to make up for it with birdies on the 12th and 15th holes.
The final hole of the tournament was a dramatic one. Rahm hit his tee shot into the trees, leaving him with a difficult second shot. He was able to get his ball onto the green and two-putted for par, securing his first Masters title.
Rahm’s victory is a huge accomplishment for the young golfer. He is the first Spaniard to win a major championship since Seve Ballesteros in 1988. His win also puts him in elite company, as he is now one of only seven players to have won a major championship before turning 27.
Rahm’s win is a testament to his talent and determination. He has been playing some of the best golf of his career in recent months and this victory is the culmination of all of his hard work. It is sure to be the first of many major championships for Rahm and he will be a force to be reckoned with on the PGA Tour for years to come.
