AUGUSTA, Ga. — The final round of the Masters revealed unexpected drama between Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau, two of golf's top players. DeChambeau, who played alongside the champion McIlroy, expressed frustration after the round, claiming he attempted to initiate conversation throughout the day, only to be met with silence.

"He didn’t talk to me once all day," lamented DeChambeau, who finished with a lackluster 75, falling four shots behind the leader. Despite his efforts to chat, the focus of McIlroy seemed unwavering, leaving DeChambeau feeling isolated.

In a moment of empathy, DeChambeau recounted feeling a mix of disappointment and compassion for McIlroy after he made a costly mistake on the 13th hole, plowing his shot into Rae’s Creek. "As a professional, you just know to hit it in the middle of the green," he reflected. "It had me questioning—didn’t he understand the stakes?"

DeChambeau's day began with a surge of hope after sinking a remarkable 48-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole of the previous round, a feat that suggested he was poised to seize victory. He started the final round on a high, but McIlroy’s double bogey on the first hole left them tied at 10-under par.

However, the momentum quickly shifted when McIlroy regained control by birdying No. 3, leaving DeChambeau in the dust and on a frustrating trajectory that included multiple bogeys and water hazards.

Despite his earlier confidence, DeChambeau's hopes of a Masters win rapidly dissolved with a disturbing scorecard that showcased a series of blunders. After a double bogey on 11, he found himself buried beneath six strokes, effectively out of contention.

Post-round, DeChambeau reflected, "I didn’t feel like I lost it; my swing just wasn’t there today. There were key moments that cost me dearly." He remained optimistic, vowing to bounce back from this setback.

Meanwhile, McIlroy was on an emotional high after capturing the title amidst heartfelt moments with his caddie and childhood friend, Harry Diamond. Tears filled McIlroy's eyes as he recognized Diamond's unwavering support throughout his career.

"This victory is just as much his as it is mine," McIlroy shared proudly. The golfer also took a light-hearted jab at his own unique achievement, becoming the first Masters champion ever to card four double bogeys.

Wrapping up the electrifying weekend, McIlroy expressed his intention to take his coveted green jacket to Old Trafford, hoping it might inspire his favorite team, Manchester United, to step up their game.

With unforgettable moments on and off the course, the final round of the Masters proved to be a captivating chapter in the ongoing rivalry and comradery of these elite golfers.