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Rory McIlroy enters the Masters’ third round at Augusta with a six-shot lead as the afternoon tee times are released; a crowded field including Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler and Justin Rose will chase, with UK viewers able to watch on Sky Sports (Masters breakfast at 2:30pm BST) and additional coverage on Sky Sports Golf and NOW, while Independent Sport runs a live blog with scores and updates.
The 2026 Masters field (91 players) is filtered through Augusta’s traditional trends, using 10 historical patterns to identify likely winners. Key signals include the rarity of first-time champions since 1979, the expectation that winners are usually top-ranked with recent top-10 finishes and strong driving distance, and that most past champions had multiple PGA Tour wins. After applying these filters, the pool narrows to three contenders: Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Xander Schauffele.
Rory McIlroy's emotional victory at the Masters marked his completion of the career grand slam and was a highly significant moment in his career, overcoming years of near-misses and personal struggles in golf.
Tiger Woods made history at the Masters by making the cut for a record 24th consecutive time, but struggled in the final rounds, shooting a 77 on Sunday and an 82 in the third round. Despite the challenges, Woods remained upbeat and received a warm reception from spectators as he finished the tournament, marking the fifth anniversary of his 2019 Masters win.
Verne Lundquist, a longtime sports broadcaster, is set to make his final call at the Masters after 40 years of coverage, with the 2024 tournament marking his retirement. Reflecting on his career, Lundquist highlighted memorable moments such as Tiger Woods' 2005 chip and Jack Nicklaus' 1986 putt as the best calls of his golf career. While this marks the end of his broadcasting role at Augusta, Lundquist hinted at a potential return to the tournament in a different capacity, praising the event and expressing his intention to let it breathe for a year before considering a comeback.
Jason Day was asked by Masters officials to remove a sweater-vest with large logos of his clothing sponsor, Malbon, due to a restriction on logo size. Day, who stands at 8-over par in the tournament, complied and emphasized his respect for the event. He explained that the clothing company scripted his outfits for each day and defended the baggy clothing, stating that it is comfortable and doesn't affect his performance. Despite social media criticism, Day remains focused on playing good golf.
Tiger Woods' historic struggles at the Masters continued as he slumped to a third round score of 82, his worst ever round at the tournament, leaving him 11-over in total and 18 shots back from leader Scottie Scheffler. The golf world was saddened by Woods' visible pain and struggles, with concerns about his physical condition and future in the sport. Meanwhile, Scheffler holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round, with Australian Cam Davis leading the Aussie contingent.
The total purse for the 2024 Masters at Augusta is a record high of $20 million, with the winner set to take home a record $3.6 million. The remainder of the purse will be split among 50 golfers, with the runners-up receiving $1.6 million each. The payout breakdown ranges from $3.6 million for the winner to $50,400 for the 50th place, with amateurs not earning any money to compete. This marks a significant increase from the first Masters in 1934, where the purse was $5,000 and the winner took home $1,500.
Gusty winds reaching up to 43 mph wreaked havoc at the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia, with sand pounding players and spectators, impacting scores and making for a challenging round 2. Despite the difficult conditions, the forecast is looking better for the finals, with winds expected to decrease and temperatures warming up.
Tiger Woods is on track to break the Masters record for most consecutive cuts made at 24, currently tied with Gary Player and Fred Couples. Despite facing a 2 ¹/₂-hour weather delay and having to play 23 holes on Friday, Woods is 1-under par through 13 holes of his opening round. He expressed confidence in his ability to contend for a sixth green jacket, despite having played only one tournament this year.
Tiger Woods finishes 13 holes at 1 under par before play is called due to darkness at the Masters, facing a challenging 23-hole day on Friday with a short turnaround. Despite the difficult conditions, Woods showed promise with strong tee shots and iron play, aiming to set a Masters record by making the cut for the 24th consecutive year. Bryson DeChambeau leads with a 65, while Scottie Scheffler is a shot back at the 2022 Masters.
Tiger Woods sits at 1 under par after completing 13 holes in the first round of the Masters, which was halted due to darkness. Play is set to resume on Friday morning, with Woods having 23 holes left to play. Several players, including Nicolai Hojgaard and Max Homa, are also under par and will complete their first rounds on Friday. Woods is aiming to make his 24th straight Masters cut, which would set a new record.
Tiger Woods, seeking his sixth Masters title, is one of the most-watched golfers at this year's Masters Tournament. Despite recent odds and playing through injury, Woods aims to break the record for consecutive cuts made at the Masters. He teed off at 3:54 p.m. ET on Day 1 and will play with Jason Day and Max Homa. The tournament runs from April 11 to April 14, with TV coverage on ESPN and CBS.
The start of the 88th Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, was delayed due to strong winds and heavy rain, pushing back tee times by several hours. Tiger Woods' tee time was rescheduled to late afternoon, and players starting late may not finish their opening rounds before sundown. The area near Augusta National Golf Course is expected to experience heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts throughout the day, with potential for play to be suspended. Last year's Masters also faced weather-related challenges, with the conclusion of the second round pushed into the weekend.
Greg Norman, the chief executive of LIV, made a surprise appearance at the Masters as a paying customer and expressed disappointment that more LIV players have not been invited to the tournament. Augusta chairman Fred Ridley addressed the issue, stating that special invitations are based on merit and that the club supports the R&A and USGA's plans to limit how far the golf ball can travel. Norman, while not involved in the negotiations, expressed confidence in LIV's platform and its positive impact on the game of golf.