Masters Tee Times Released As Final Round Begins At Augusta
Masters Tee Times Released As Final Round Begins At Augusta...
The 2026 Masters Tournament enters its climactic final round Sunday at Augusta National, with tee times now confirmed for the remaining contenders. Golf fans across the U.S. are tracking the schedule closely as Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and rising star Michael Thorbjornsen battle for the green jacket.
Tee times begin at 9:15 AM ET for early pairings, with the final group of Scheffler and McIlroy starting at 2:45 PM ET. The schedule follows Saturday's dramatic moving day that saw Thorbjornsen surge into contention with a course-record 63.
Augusta National officials adjusted Sunday's pairings due to expected afternoon thunderstorms in Georgia. The earlier start aims to avoid potential weather disruptions during the trophy presentation. CBS will broadcast coverage beginning at 10 AM ET.
This year's Masters has drawn particular attention due to Scheffler's bid for a third green jacket in five years. The world No. 1 holds a two-stroke lead over McIlroy, who seeks his first Masters win to complete the career Grand Slam.
Social media platforms are buzzing with reactions to the tee times, especially regarding the marquee pairing. "The Scheffler-McIlroy showdown is must-watch golf," tweeted ESPN's Scott Van Pelt. PGA Tour officials confirmed record advance ticket sales for Sunday's round.
Local businesses in Augusta report strong demand from visitors, with hotels near the course sold out through Monday. The tournament's economic impact on the region is estimated at over $120 million this year.
Viewers can stream featured groups on Masters.com and the ESPN+ app. The weather-adjusted schedule means East Coast fans will see the conclusion by early evening, while West Coast audiences catch the action starting at 6 AM PT.
Sunday's final round marks the first time since 2015 that three players enter the day within three strokes of the lead. Tournament chairman Fred Ridley called it "one of the most competitive leaderboards in recent memory" during Saturday's press conference.
