Ortiz Suffers Nightmare Masters Start

Mexican golfer Carlos Ortiz, making just his second Masters appearance since 2021, has endured a nightmare opening round at Augusta National. The 34-year-old, who finished fourth at last year's US Open, began his tournament with scores of 5-7-5-4-6, already seven over par through just five holes.

Ortiz's difficulties included a drive into the creek on the second hole and a poor splash out of a fairway bunker at the fifth. Despite the disastrous start, the Mexican has the pedigree to bounce back, with a strong performance at last year's US Open demonstrating his major championship credentials.