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Masters 2026: Day One Underway at Augusta

Published April 9, 2026 · Updated April 9, 2026 · The Guardian

The 90th Masters Tournament has begun at Augusta National with first round updates as top contenders vie for the Green Jacket.

The Masters Tournament 2026 is underway at Augusta National, marking the 90th staging of golf's most prestigious event. Attention is on whether Rory McIlroy can successfully defend his title following his recent breakthrough victory.

Among the contenders are world number one Scottie Scheffler seeking his third Green Jacket, LIV Golf representatives Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, and players like Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg, Justin Rose, Cameron Young, Tommy Fleetwood, and Bob MacIntyre all hoping to claim their first major championship at Augusta.

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