Masters 2026: Day One at Augusta

The 90th staging of the Masters Tournament is underway at Augusta National, with Rory McIlroy seeking to become only the fourth player to defend his title after Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods. Other notable contenders include world number one Scottie Scheffler, LIV Golf players Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, and perennial contenders Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg and Justin Rose.

Cameron Young looks to follow up his Players Championship victory with success at Augusta, while Tommy Fleetwood and Bob MacIntyre could emerge as popular winners. The first round promises excitement as golf's elite compete for the coveted Green Jacket.