Final Round Masters Tee Times Set For Sunday Showdown
Final Round Masters Tee Times Set For Sunday Showdown...
The 2026 Masters Tournament reaches its climax Sunday with tee times finalized for a dramatic final round at Augusta National. Golf fans across the U.S. are buzzing as the leaderboard features a tight battle between rising stars and seasoned veterans, making this one of the most anticipated finishes in recent memory.
Tournament officials released Sunday's pairings late Saturday after third-round play concluded. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler will tee off at 2:35 PM ET alongside young phenom Michael Thorbjornsen, who sits just two strokes back. The final group of leader Will Zalatoris and 2024 winner Ludvig Ã…berg goes out at 2:45 PM ET.
This year's Masters has drawn exceptional attention due to several compelling storylines. Tiger Woods made the cut for a record 24th consecutive time before fading on Saturday, while 20-year-old amateur Miles Russell continues his improbable run as the youngest competitor in tournament history.
Television coverage begins at 10:00 AM ET on CBS, with featured group streaming available via Masters.com and the ESPN+ app. Weather forecasts predict ideal scoring conditions with sunny skies and light winds at Augusta National.
Social media erupted Saturday night as fans debated potential outcomes. Sportsbooks report record betting volume for a golf event, with Zalatoris currently the slight favorite at +180 odds. The tournament winner will take home $3.6 million from the record $20 million purse.
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley told reporters Saturday that ticket demand for Sunday's finale reached unprecedented levels. Secondary market prices for Sunday badges reportedly exceeded $5,000 as of Saturday evening.
The final round's early pairings include several notable names. Rory McIlroy tees off at 12:55 PM ET in his latest attempt to complete the career Grand Slam, while Jordan Spieth begins at 1:25 PM ET seeking his second green jacket.
This year's Masters has particular significance as the first since the PGA Tour's controversial merger with LIV Golf. Several former LIV players received warm receptions from Augusta crowds throughout the week, suggesting easing tensions in the golf world.
Sunday's winner will join an elite group of champions at one of sport's most hallowed venues. With so much at stake and such a tightly packed leaderboard, golf fans are guaranteed a memorable conclusion to this year's tournament.
