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Scottie Scheffler

Masters Musings: Three takeaways from Augusta National

Scottie Scheffler was regularly followed by a flock of fans at the 2026 Masters.
Scottie Scheffler was regularly followed by a flock of fans at the 2026 Masters.

Rory-peat at Masters has McIlroy hungry for more Majors

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland celebrates winning the 2026 Masters Tournament on the 18th green at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2026 .
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland celebrates winning the 2026 Masters Tournament on the 18th green at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2026 .

Masters runner-up Scheffler praises McIlroy's resilience

Apr 12, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Rory McIlroy reacts after making a putt to win the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Rory McIlroy reacts after making a putt to win the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Rory McIlroy holds nerve to retain Masters title, adds to his growing legacy

Golf - The Masters - Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia, U.S. - April 12, 2026 Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy celebrates with his green jacket and the trophy after winning The Masters REUTERS/Brian Snyder
Golf - The Masters - Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia, U.S. - April 12, 2026 Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy celebrates with his green jacket and the trophy after winning The Masters REUTERS/Brian Snyder

Scheffler storms back into contention to put Masters on notice

Apr 10, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Scottie Scheffler tees off on the ninth hole during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-Imagn Images
Apr 10, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Scottie Scheffler tees off on the ninth hole during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-Imagn Images

Rory McIlroy’s six-shot lead evaporates as Cameron Young surges at Masters

Rory McIlroy carded a one-over 73 as his six-shot lead evaporated during the third round of the Masters on April 13.
Rory McIlroy carded a one-over 73 as his six-shot lead evaporated during the third round of the Masters on April 13.

Frustrated Scottie Scheffler finds water hazards at Masters

Scottie Scheffler of the United States chips onto the second green during the second round of the Masters.
Scottie Scheffler of the United States chips onto the second green during the second round of the Masters.

Rory McIlroy seizes command at the turn at Masters

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy playing his shot from the 12th tee during the second round of the 2026 Masters.
Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy playing his shot from the 12th tee during the second round of the 2026 Masters.

Extra time at Augusta helps Rory McIlroy make Masters magic

Rory McIlroy lines up a putt on the 18th green during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.
Rory McIlroy lines up a putt on the 18th green during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.

Maniacal Masters? Players bracing themselves for Augusta National at its crustiest

Rory McIlroy begins the defence of his first Masters title with a five-under 67 that gives him a share of the first-round lead with Sam Burns at Augusta National on April 9, 2026.
Rory McIlroy begins the defence of his first Masters title with a five-under 67 that gives him a share of the first-round lead with Sam Burns at Augusta National on April 9, 2026.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.