Rory McIlroy will defend his Masters title alongside Cameron Young and amateur Mason Howell at Augusta National. McIlroy, currently ranked world No. 2, achieved the career Grand Slam with his victory at last year’s tournament. He aims to become the fourth player to win back-to-back Masters titles.
First Round Pairings
McIlroy’s opening round is scheduled to start at 10:31 AM local time (3:31 PM in the UK and Ireland). He will compete with Young, who is targeting to become the third consecutive player to win both The Players and The Masters in the same year. Howell, the youngest competitor, rounds out this group.
Field Overview
- 91 players will participate in this major event.
- World No. 1, Scottie Scheffler, draws a different group with Bob MacIntyre and Gary Woodland.
- Last year’s runner-up, Justin Rose, will play alongside Jordan Spieth and Brooks Koepka.
- Notable groups include Bryson DeChambeau with Xander Schauffele and Matt Fitzpatrick.
Ceremony and Tee Times
The Honorary Starters ceremony will feature golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Tom Watson at 7:25 AM local time, ahead of the tournament starting at 7:40 AM. Notable tee times for the first round are as follows:
| Tee Time (Local) | Players |
|---|---|
| 10:07 AM | Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele |
| 10:31 AM | Rory McIlroy, Cameron Young, Mason Howell |
| 2:20 PM | Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka |
| 2:44 PM | Scottie Scheffler, Robert MacIntyre, Gary Woodland |
Broadcast Details
Coverage of The Masters starts at 2 PM local time on Sky Sports. The opening round will feature live updates and action intervals until the full broadcast at 6 PM. The weekend coverage begins even earlier, at 4:30 PM.
Excitement Builds
Players, including Patrick Reed, express their anticipation, noting that several competitors have a genuine chance to secure the Green Jacket this year. The Masters continues to be a highly celebrated event in golf, drawing attention from fans and participants alike.
