Masters 2026: Tiger Woods Makes Historic Cut Amid Rain-Delayed Drama
Masters 2026: Tiger Woods Makes Historic Cut Amid Rain-Delayed Drama...
Tiger Woods defied age and weather to make his record 25th consecutive Masters cut Friday, electrifying fans at Augusta National as storms forced a suspended second round. The 50-year-old golf legend sits at even par through 13 holes of his second round, which resumes Saturday morning with half the field still completing play.
Woods' resilience dominated sports conversations Friday night, trending nationally as viewers witnessed his gritty performance amid pouring rain that halted play for over three hours. The five-time Masters champion battled through visible discomfort from his 2021 car crash injuries, drawing standing ovations at Amen Corner.
Augusta National officials announced Saturday's resumption at 7:30 AM ET, with Round 3 groupings adjusted due to the delay. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler leads at 8-under through 36 holes, while LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau lurks two strokes back in a rare cross-tour rivalry showdown.
The weather chaos created unprecedented Masters viewing patterns, with Friday's broadcast window extended by CBS to accommodate the drama. Tournament chairman Fred Ridley confirmed contingency plans for a potential Monday finish if more storms hit this weekend.
Woods' milestone comes 27 years after his first Masters cut in 1997, when he won by 12 strokes. Social media erupted with #Tiger25 tributes, while sportsbooks adjusted odds after his surprising contention. The golfer told reporters he's "playing for the fans" despite physical challenges.
Saturday's coverage begins at 10 AM ET on ESPN before switching to CBS at 3 PM, with streaming available via Masters.com and the ESPN+ app. Merchandise sales reportedly spiked 40% Friday as patrons braved the elements for limited-edition 2026 memorabilia.
