Masters 2026 Leaderboard: Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns Surge in Round 1
Augusta, GA — The 90th Masters Tournament officially opened with a masterclass in precision at Augusta National. As of Friday, April 10, 2026, the narrative is clear: the course is firm, the greens are “glass-like,” and the defending champion is not backing down.
Round 1 Results: A Tight Race at the Top
The opening 18 holes delivered a leaderboard that rewards ball-striking over raw power. Defending champion Rory McIlroy fired a clinical 5-under 67, matching a late-day surge by Sam Burns.
| Position | Player | Score | Status |
| T1 | Rory McIlroy | -5 (67) | Finished |
| T1 | Sam Burns | -5 (67) | Finished |
| T3 | Kurt Kitayama | -3 (69) | Finished |
| T3 | Jason Day | -3 (69) | Finished |
| T3 | Patrick Reed | -3 (69) | Finished |
A beautiful golf course.
The “Glass Greens” Challenge
Tournament officials have set up Augusta National to be its most punishing in a decade. With a “firm and fast” profile, many stars found themselves struggling to hold the greens.
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Scottie Scheffler (-2): The World No. 1 remains the betting favorite, sitting just three strokes back.
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LIV Golf Watch: Jon Rahm (+6) and Bryson DeChambeau (+4) face a difficult Friday morning as they battle to stay above the projected cut line.
How to Watch The Masters 2026: Round 2 Schedule
For fans following the action today, Friday’s tee times will be critical as shifting winds are expected by mid-afternoon.
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TV Coverage: ESPN (3:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET)
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Live Stream: Masters.com and the Masters App (All Day)
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Featured Groups: Watch McIlroy and Scheffler’s groups live via the “My Group” app feature.
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