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With the 2026 Masters looking unusually wide-open, OutKick bets four sleeper longshots—Nicolai Højgaard (+7400), Jacob Bridgeman (+8400), Cameron Smith (+12500), and Sungjae Im (+12500)—citing Augusta-relevant strengths (Par-5 mastery, elite putting, and solid form) as value plays, with small bets on each in hopes of a life-changing Sunday.
After winning the U.S. Mid-Amateur, Brandon Holtz donated his 8-degree Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond driver to the USGA Museum. Ahead of his Masters debut at Augusta, Holtz struggled with his newer driver, prompting a request to retrieve the original club. USGA CEO Mike Whan had a museum staffer grab the driver and rush it to UPS for overnight delivery, with arrival in Augusta expected Wednesday morning for practice rounds.
A man has been charged in federal court in Illinois for transporting stolen Masters golf tournament merchandise and memorabilia worth millions of dollars from Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia to Tampa, Florida. The items were taken from the golf club and other locations between 2009 and 2022. If convicted, the accused would have to forfeit any property and cash obtained from proceeds traced to the stolen items. Augusta National has not commented on the matter, and it is unclear why the case was filed in Illinois.
Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters Tournament for the second time with a final score of 11 under par, while Tiger Woods sets a new Masters record by making the cut 24 consecutive times but finishes 16 over par.
Collin Morikawa is one stroke behind leader Scottie Scheffler at the 2024 Masters, with Ludvig Åberg also in contention. Morikawa, aiming for his third major, overcame struggles to position himself for a career grand slam. Scheffler leads at 7 under, Morikawa is at 6 under, and Åberg is three strokes back. Other contenders include Max Homa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Xander Schauffele. Tiger Woods had a rough round but remains determined for the final day.
Tiger Woods struggled at the 2024 Masters, shooting his worst-ever round at Augusta National with a 10-over 82, leaving him tied for 52nd place. His performance was marred by errant drives, poor putting, and fatigue, leading to a disappointing outing. Despite this, Woods remains determined to continue and will assess his physical condition before deciding whether to play in the final round.
Golfer Jason Day, known for his bold fashion choices, was asked to remove a loud vest with branding by Augusta National Golf Club during the Masters tournament, despite wearing unconventional attire throughout the season. Day, who has been making headlines for his fashion rather than his play, complied with the request out of respect for the tournament, without seeking an explanation.
The purse for the 2024 Masters has reached a record high of $20 million, with the winner set to receive $3.6 million, up from $3.24 million in 2023. The total amount of money given out has been increasing, with even the 50th place finisher set to earn $50,400. This marks a significant increase from the first Masters in 1934, when the winner received only $1,500.
Tiger Woods sets a new Masters record by making the cut for the 24th consecutive time, securing his spot in the second half of the tournament. After withdrawing last year due to a foot injury, Woods returned to compete and expressed his excitement at having a chance to win. Despite recovering from a serious car accident and subsequent surgeries, Woods is determined to showcase his talent at a course he holds dear.
The 88th Masters at Augusta National Golf Club will feature a record $20 million purse, with the champion set to pocket $3.6 million, a 33% increase from two years ago. The rest of the top five payouts range from $800,000 to $2.16 million, marking a significant increase from previous years.
Blustery conditions at the 2024 Masters led to big names like Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, and Viktor Hovland missing the cut, while Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler surged to the top of the leaderboard. Spieth struggled with a quadruple-bogey 9 and finished 9 over, Thomas missed the cut after a late collapse, and Hovland's strong start was derailed by a second-round 81. The tournament continues with Round 3 airing live on CBS, featuring the best golfers at Augusta National.
Scottie Scheffler, Max Homa, and Bryson DeChambeau are tied for the lead at the 2024 Masters after two rounds, with challenging wind conditions affecting play. Scheffler, the world No. 1, is aiming for his first Masters win, while DeChambeau looks to maintain his lead. Homa, a relative newcomer to contention at Augusta, has shown composure in tough conditions. Other contenders include Denmark's Nicolai Højgaard, two-time major winner Collin Morikawa, Australian Cam Davis, and Sweden's Ludvig Åberg.
Strong wind gusts wreak havoc at the Masters Tournament, resulting in only eight players finishing under par on Friday and a slew of notable names missing the cut, including past champions Dustin Johnson, Sergio Garcia, Jordan Spieth, Bubba Watson, and recent major winners Wyndham Clark and Justin Thomas. Justin Thomas, Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, and Bubba Watson all suffered nightmare finishes to their rounds, ultimately leading to their early exits from the tournament.
Bryson DeChambeau made a controversial move during the second round of the Masters by physically moving a sign that was obstructing his shot at the 13th hole, allowing him to set up a path for a birdie. Despite the move, he finished the round tied with Max Homa at 6 under.
Tiger Woods sets a new record for consecutive made cuts at the 2024 Masters Tournament, finishing at 1-over 145 after the second round, securing his 24th straight cut at Augusta National. Despite limited recent competition and challenging conditions, Woods demonstrated his enduring skill and short game prowess, positioning himself for a shot at contention over the weekend.