Some of the biggest names in golf and sport have shared their congratulations to Jordan Spieth on social media. Here's some of the best posts from the past 24 hours.
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European Tour Players
Leading the praises immediately after the final round wasJustin Rose. Playing with Spieth on Sunday Rose finished runner-up, four shots back, but had plenty of respect for the 21 year old.
It was a funny week forIan Poulter.He hit five more greens in regulation than anyone throughout the week yet finished in a tie for sixth at nine under. Despite that, he tweeted this.
The Big Easy may be 45 years old, but he showed he knows how to tweet with the youngsters.Ernie Elsdropped a trophy emoji at the end of his congratulatory tweet to Spieth.
Graeme McDowellknows what it's like to win a Major, and he was one of the first to pay tribute to Spieth.
Louis Oosthuizencame close to taking home the Green Jacket at Augusta in 2012, losing in a play-off to Bubba Watson. Following his final round 72 last night, he took to Twitter to credit Spieth's record-breaking performance.
Shane Lowry
may have missed the cut by one shot in his debut at Augusta but he wasn't shy about complimenting Jordan Spieth in a rather "interesting" way.
Another player who watched Sunday from the comfort of their sofa was
Luke Donald
. Despite missing the cut on Friday, the Englishman was one of the first to post a message praising the "kid" Jordan Spieth.
One man who knows how hard it is to win that first Major isSergio Garcia. The Spaniard registered his 29th top 25 finish in a Major on Sunday but still had time to pay respect the play of Spieth.
One of the most active players on Twitter on The European Tour,Lee Westwoodkept it simple after watching the winning putt. Don't forget a Phil Mickelson-esque thumbs up!
Many people tipped
Brooks Koepka
for success last week. The American was making his first appearance at the Masters but finished in a tie for 33rd at level par. Despite that, Koepka was quick to tweet his congratulations to his good friend after his round.
Fellow American Players
Three years ago,Webb Simpsonannounced himself onto the world stage when he won the 2012 US Open. Knowing how Spieth might feel, he tweeted, congratulating both Spieth and his caddie, Michael Greller.
Of all the players who took to Twitter last night,Brandt Snedekermay have come up with the most creative hashtag. He shared his feelings about Spieth's win using the hashtag "#SpiethHappens".
The Masters was
Steve Stricker
's first start of the year. The 48 year old finished in style with a four under par 68 and took to Twitter to pay tribute to his support and also congratulate Jordan Spieth.
He led the field in driving distance at Augusta (316 yards) and he also led the tributes to Spieth. The new World Number Six,Dustin Johnson, tweeted this after his sixth place finish at the Masters.
Fellow Green Jacket Winners
Winning the Masters brings players a host of priviledges. No one knows that better than those who have a Green Jacket in their wardbrobe. One of those part winners wasBubba Watsonwho shared his thoughts shortly before helping Spieth into his new Green Jacket.
Spieth's 2014 Ryder Cup Captain and two time Masters champion,Tom Watson, kept it simple with his message for the latest addition to the Champions Lockerroom at Augusta.
He may not speak the same language as Spieth but 2009 Masters championAngel Cabrerastill managed to share his congratulations with Spieth on Twitter, saying "Congratulations my friend!!!"
Who was the last Masters champion that held at least a share of the lead after each round? Answer:Trevor Immelman. The South African used his tweet to suggest a dish for Spieth's Champions Dinner at next year's Masters.
Having shot 68 on Sunday to move into the top ten,Zach Johnsonwaited around the Augusta National clubhouse to be one of the first to congratulate Jordan Spieth in person. He also took to Twitter shortly after to welcome the 21 year old "to the club".
Other Big Names In Golf
Spieth may be the young prodigy taking the men's game by storm but 17 year oldLydia Kohas been doing the same in the lady's game for month now. The 17 year old World Number One tweeted this late last night with a photo of Spieth winning.
Another one of golf young stars also joined in the praise for Spieth. 20 year old Lexi Thompson has won four times on the LPGA Tour and she shared a photo of her and Jordan Spieth representing USA together on Instagram and tweeted this message for her friend.
Morgan Presselwas on site at Augusta earlier in the week to pick up an award from the Golf Writers Association of America. Clearly the week had an impact on her as she joined in on Twitter congratulating Spieth last night.
Greg Normannever won the Masters. The Australian finished runner-up three times over his career. He tweeted this last night paying tribute to Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth, the new No. 1 and No. 2 players in the world.
Thirty-five years ago Seve Ballesteros became the first European to win the Masters at the ripe age of 23. A year older now than his father was when he won the Green Jacket,Javier Ballesterospaid tribute to Jordan Spieth with this message last night.
Stars Of Other Sports
It wasn't just the world of golf that was paying attention to Spieth's record-breaking performance over the weekend. The world's most expensive footballer,Gareth Bale, kept it simple on Twitter and summed up the thoughts of many with this post.
Fellow Texas Longhorn alum,Lance Armstrong, tweeted his praise to Jordan Spieth and also suggested that the University pay tribute to his victory by lighting up their on-campus tower green.
Gary Linekeris a keen golfer, playing to a handicap of six, and the former England striker shared his thoughts on Twitter last night after watching Spieth's victory on TV.
Andy Roddickonce played at Augusta. The former No. 1 tennis player in the world caddied for former Masters champion Zach Johnson at the 2011 Par 3 Contest. Clearly a fan of the year's first Major, Roddick posted this on Twitter in the aftermath of Spieth's victory.
Wales and British Lions' fullbackLeigh Halfpennyhas the same equipment sponsor as Spieth and casually dropped in a branded handle into his message of support for Spieth.
Having caddied for Rory McIlroy in the Par 3 Contest,Niall Horanspent the week enjoying the Masters for the first time. It appears to have had an impact on the One Direction star who was tweeting throughout the tournament and had this to say at the end of it all.
Michael Carrickhad a pretty good day on Sunday. Having won the Manchester derby during the day, the English midfielder relaxed in front of the TV to watch the end of the Masters. His tweet shared tributes to both Jordan Spieth and Tiger Woods.
She was at the Masters last year, caddying for Rory McIlroy, but this yearCaroline Wozniackiwas watching and admiring from a far. The former top ranked tennis player shared her thoughts moment after Spieth clinched the Green Jacket.
Former England Cricket captainMichael Vaughanposted a message to Twitter asking someone to remind Jordan Spieth just how old he is. We have to agree with Michael though, the new Masters champion is pretty cool!
Voted the Most Valuable Player in the NBA last year, USA'sKevin Durantgot in on the action on Twitter last night. The Texas grad proclaimed Spieth's win as a "legendary performance".
Durant wasn't the only NBA star tuned to the golf last night. Fellow All-StarDirk Nowitzkijoined in the social media praise for Spieth, with this post yesterday evening.
And What About The Man Himself
It didn't take long before the man himself got in on the action, sharing his thoughts earlier today. No need to pinch yourself Jordan, you did wake up as a Major champion.
