Six Golfers Who Have Won a Grand Slam and Those That Are Close

Rory McIlroy recently cemented his legacy among golf's elite with a grand slam clinching victory at the Masters.

It was a long time coming for Rory, who became just the sixth golfer all-time in the modern era to complete the task.

He joins a distinguished group of just six, but there are a couple of golfers who could someday soon join him.

Here's a look at those that have accomplished the feat, and the two golfers that are just a few moments away:

Grand Slam Winners

1) Gene Sarazen - 7 Major Titles - 14 Years to Complete First Grand Slam

2) Ben Hogan - 9 Major Titles - 8 Years to Complete First Grand Slam

3) Gary Player - 9 Major Titles - 7 Years to Complete First Grand Slam

4) Jack Nicklaus - 18 Major Titles - 5 Years to Complete First Grand Slam (3 Total)

5) Tiger Woods - 15 Major Titles - 4 Years to Complete First Grand Slam (3 Total)

6) Rory McIlroy - 5 Major Titles - 15 Years to Complete First Grand Slam

Active Golfers Close to Achieving Grand Slam

Jordan Spieth - 3 Major Titles - Needs PGA Championship

Phil Mickelson - 6 Major Titles - Needs US Open

Source: Grand Slam - Golf Wikipedia