It’s that time of year again: Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have returned to Augusta National Golf Club for the 2026 Masters.
But move over, lads. It’s not the Irishmen that are front and centre; it’s their girls!
Rory was joined on the course by his five-year-old daughter, Poppy, who happens to be the best of friends with Shane’s nine- and four-year-old daughters, Iris and Ivy.
Rory McIlroy poses with his daughter Poppy and wife Erica during the Par Three Contest before the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta. Pic: Getty Images
The girls were happy as Larry, joined by Tommy Fleetwood’s son, Franklin, as they watched their famous dads play the sport they love.
Franklin, Poppy, Iris, and Ivy looked adorable in their matching white overalls and green caps, making themselves known as the main critics on the day.
Poppy McIlroy, Franklin Fleetwood, Iris and Ivy Lowry watch as Rory McIlroy putts on the second hole during the Par Three Contest before the 2026 Masters Tournament. Pic: Getty Images
A seriously sweet snap shows the kids watching on as Rory putted on the second hole during the Par Three Contest.
Elsewhere, a series of gas shows young Ivy looking bored, giving a yawn as she longs to get her hands on a golf club rather than just watch her daddy play.
Poppy McIlroy, Franklin Fleetwood, Iris Lowry and Ivy Lowry are seen during the Par Three Contest prior to the 2026 Masters Tournament. Pic: Getty Images
Iris spots her younger sister yawning and attempts to shield her mouth from the prying eyes and cameras of onlookers. Never let them know your next move!
It was a family fun day at Augusta National Golf Club as the golfers’ WAGs, Erica Stoll, Wendy Lowry, and Clare Fleetwood, followed their husbands and kids around the golf course, acting as their caddies.
Shane Lowry of Ireland poses with wife Wendy and daughters Iris and Ivy. Pic: Getty Images
Rory’s wife, Erica, stunned in her white overalls, which proudly bore a large green number one, a nod to Rory’s 2025 Masters victory.
The 2026 Masters kicks off on Thursday, April 9, and runs until Sunday, April 12. Only one professional golfer can come out on top, and we’re praying for an Irish victory from either Rory or Shane.