The 90th edition of the Masters Tournament teed off on Thursday, April 8, 2026, at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, with 91 of the world’s best golfers competing for the sport’s most coveted prize — the iconic green jacket.
Defending Champion Returns
Rory McIlroy returns to Augusta as the defending Masters champion, having claimed his maiden Masters title in 2025 to complete the career Grand Slam. The Northern Irishman’s victory last year was one of the most celebrated moments in modern golf, coming after years of near-misses at Augusta. McIlroy arrives in strong form and is determined to become the first player since Tiger Woods to successfully defend the Masters title in the 21st century.
The Betting Favourite
World number one Scottie Scheffler leads the betting for the 2026 edition, having dominated the PGA Tour for much of the past two seasons. The Texan finished runner-up at last year’s Masters and has returned to Augusta with a point to prove. His consistent ball-striking and iron play make Augusta’s demanding layout particularly well-suited to his game.
The Field
The 91-player field includes the cream of world golf — from Masters champions past to the new generation of stars. Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Viktor Hovland are all considered strong contenders, while Augusta perennial Bryson DeChambeau will be hoping the course sets up to his power game.
Augusta National
Augusta National’s legendary layout — featuring iconic holes like Amen Corner (holes 11 through 13) — demands precision, course management, and nerve. The course has undergone subtle modifications ahead of this year’s tournament, with the addition of new rough areas intended to further reward accuracy off the tee.
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