Scottie Scheffler Leads Masters As Final Round Nears

Scottie Scheffler Leads Masters As Final Round Nears...

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler holds a three-shot lead heading into Sunday's final round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National. The 29-year-old Texan carded a 5-under 67 on Saturday to reach 12-under for the championship, putting him in prime position to win his second green jacket after his 2022 victory.

Scheffler's steady performance has captivated golf fans nationwide as the Masters dominates sports conversations this weekend. The tournament is trending across US social media and search platforms, with millions tuning in to watch the dramatic final major championship rounds unfold at Augusta's iconic course.

Chasing Scheffler are rising star Will Zalatoris (-9) and veteran Justin Thomas (-8), who both posted strong third-round scores to stay in contention. Defending champion Jon Rahm sits five strokes back at 7-under, needing a historic comeback to repeat.

Sunday's final round begins at 10:15 AM ET with leaders teeing off at 2:45 PM. CBS will broadcast the action starting at 1 PM ET, with streaming available on Paramount+ and Masters.com. Weather forecasts call for partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures, ideal conditions for low scoring.

The Masters always draws massive US viewership as the first major of the golf season, but this year's tight leaderboard and Scheffler's dominance have generated exceptional interest. Online sportsbooks report record betting volume, with Scheffler currently listed as a -200 favorite to win.

Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley confirmed tournament officials have contingency plans for potential Monday finish if weather disrupts play. However, with clear conditions expected, golf fans should witness an uninterrupted conclusion to this year's Masters drama.