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So there we have it. In his 74th major start, Sergio Garcia is now a major champion after taking down Justin Rose in a play-off at Augusta National.

Naturally, Twitter exploded with the news that one of the game’s most adored players had finally overcome his major hoodoo.

From Rory McIlroy, to Tiger Woods, a whole host of pros tweeted their congratulations to the Spaniard.

2 unbelievable players and 2 great friends, but I couldn't be happier for @TheSergioGarcia. You deserve it all amigo!!
— Rory McIlroy (@McIlroyRory) April 9, 2017

Congrats @TheSergioGarcia. Well earned.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) April 9, 2017

He did it! So happy for Sergio. Masters Champion #Vamos
— Luke Donald (@LukeDonald) April 9, 2017

So happy for @TheSergioGarcia! He's been so close for so long. You know Seve is going crazy heaven! #welldonebuddy @TheAngelaAkins
— Billy Horschel (@BillyHo_Golf) April 9, 2017

Well done by @JustinRose99 too! He played great but the sportsmanship between him and Sergio is what this great game is about! 👏👏👏
— Billy Horschel (@BillyHo_Golf) April 9, 2017

Congrats @TheSergioGarcia!! Well deserved and great playing...soak it in my man!!
— Rickie Fowler (@RickieFowler) April 9, 2017

Nobody deserves this more@TheSergioGarcia
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— Thomas Bjørn (@thomasbjorngolf) April 9, 2017

That's what I'm talking about @TheSergioGarcia! Congratulations and welcome to the club. #MastersChampion #forSeve
— Zach Johnson (@ZachJohnsonPGA) April 9, 2017