Inside Rory McIlroy's Masters Champions Dinner

The Masters Champions Dinner, also known as the 'Masters Club', is a long-standing tradition where past winners of the tournament gather to share stories and enjoy a meal together. This year, Rory McIlroy will take on the role of host, having won his first Masters title last year. As the reigning champion, McIlroy has the privilege of setting the menu, which features a range of dishes and wines that hold special significance to him. The dinner will take place on the Tuesday of Masters week and will be attended by other past champions, including Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Tom Watson. Unfortunately, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will not be able to attend due to personal reasons. McIlroy's menu includes a variety of dishes, such as bacon-wrapped dates, yellowfin tuna carpaccio, and wagyu filet mignon, all of which have a personal story behind them. The cost of hosting the meal falls to the defending champion, with the average price of the wines exceeding $1,000 per bottle. Despite the expense, McIlroy is thrilled to be hosting the dinner and is looking forward to sharing the experience with his fellow champions.