American Idol: Lionel's Tough Call, Rae Stays

0:00On April 7th, Rory McAroy finally grabbed that green jacket at the Masters after 17 long tries, completing his career Grand Slam and earning a Lifetime Invite to Augusta. Now he's back for his 18th run, filling way more chill than ever before. He's hosting the Champions dinner tonight with a fancy Irish menu, including champ as a side dish. McAroy says after chasing this win for years, he's in no rush this time around. He's just soaking up the perks like Lifetime access to the clubhouse. Spots he used to avoid. Players like Bryson Dechambo are talking up the tough conditions ahead, with firm fast greens under hot dry weather that make those blooming asalias. Look prettier than the challenge feels. Defending champ Scotty Sheffler, fresh off wins in 2022 and 2024, knows repeating his rare, only Jack Nicklaus, Nick Fowdo, and Tiger Woods have done back-to-back here. McAroy admits last year he felt out of place pulling up Magnolia Lane during Champions Hour, but now everything's new and enjoyable.

1:03Sheffler agrees hosting duties at a wrinkle, but it's mostly just the odd stacking against any repeat. With goalpost shifted, Rory still motivated to join that elite club, turning pressure into a victory lap vibe as the tournament kicks off. Entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by AI bringing you what's trending. I'm Cory with The Story.