The 2026 Masters Tournament — the 90th edition of the most celebrated major in golf — is officially underway at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The first round began Thursday with the world’s elite golfers navigating the iconic course in pursuit of the coveted green jacket, a title that carries unmatched prestige in professional sport.
The 90th Masters
This year’s tournament carries special historical weight as the 90th edition of the Masters. Augusta National is arguably the most recognisable golf course in the world, famous for its blooming azaleas, immaculate fairways, Amen Corner, and the tradition of the green jacket ceremony that dates back decades. The course plays at approximately 7,545 yards, par 72, with conditions expected to be challenging as winds pick up through the week.
World No. 1 Chasing History
The world’s top-ranked player enters this Masters with history in his sights — a third green jacket would place him among the very select group of golfers to have won three Masters titles. The field also features multiple major champions and several rising stars eager to make their mark on golf’s grandest stage.
Par 3 Contest Previews
Wednesday’s traditional Par 3 Contest at Augusta National drew thousands of fans and featured four holes-in-one — an unusually memorable afternoon that set the tone for an exciting week ahead. The Par 3 Contest, where players are joined by family members including children and spouses as caddies, has been a beloved part of Masters Week since 1960.
How to Watch
Coverage of the 2026 Masters is available on ESPN and CBS Sports Network, with CBS carrying Saturday and Sunday’s final rounds. Live streaming is available via the Masters app and website, with Featured Group coverage running throughout each day’s play. The tournament runs April 9–12, with the Champion’s Dinner already having taken place earlier in the week.
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