Caitlin Clark backs Rory McIlroy's Masters quest with heartfelt message from Augusta

Caitlin Clark, the record-breaking Indiana Fever rookie and former Iowa Hawkeyes standout, has made her way to Augusta, Georgia, for the Masters tournament. With the final round set for Sunday, Clark revealed she's hoping to see Rory McIlroy capture the elusive green jacket.

McIlroy enters the final round with a two-stroke lead over Bryson DeChambeau, putting him in prime position to secure his first Masters victory and complete a career Grand Slam. It's a story that has captured the attention of fans around the world - including Clark.

"I think it would be very memorable to be here for that... everybody kinda wants it to happen," Clark said, speaking from Augusta. "He really wants it. The way he bounced back after Thursday the way his round ended too was cool to watch."

Clark knows all about chasing history

Clark's iration for McIlroy's determination comes from her own experience of making history on the court. The 22-year-old took women's college basketball by storm during her four seasons at Iowa, becoming the all-time leading scorer in NCAA history - across both men's and women's basketball - suring the legendary Pete Maravich.

Known for her dynamic scoring and playmaking ability, Clark averaged 28.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.1 rebounds per game during her college career.

Her impact has gone far beyond the box score, helping elevate women's basketball into the mainstream sports conversation.

Her rookie WNBA campaign with the Indiana Fever was equally headline-grabbing. Clark earned WNBA Rookie of the Year honors with impressive averages of 19.2 points and a league-leading 8.4 assists per game, quickly becoming one of the most recognizable athletes in the sport.

Now paired with Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell, Clark is aiming to help guide the Fever to championship contention in 2025 - a journey that mirrors McIlroy's own long-awaited quest for glory at Augusta.

McIlroy's Masters moment awaits

For McIlroy, a victory at the Masters would be the crowning achievement of his illustrious career. The Irishman has faced heartbreak at Augusta before, but his performance so far this weekend has left fans, including Clark, dreaming of a storybook ending.

Should McIlroy pull through on Sunday, Clark will have witnessed yet another historic sporting moment - this time from outside the basketball arena.

With both Clark and McIlroy pushing boundaries in their respective sports, their shared pursuit of greatness continues to inspire fans across the globe.