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Masters 2026: Day One Underway at Augusta

Published April 9, 2026 · Updated April 9, 2026 · The Guardian

The 90th Masters Tournament is underway at Augusta National as Rory McIlroy looks to become only the fourth player to defend his title at Augusta.

The 90th Masters Tournament kicked off at Augusta National with questions surrounding defending champion Rory McIlroy's bid to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods as the only players to successfully defend their titles at Augusta.

World number one Scottie Scheffler seeks his third Green Jacket, while LIV Golf representatives Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau also contend for the coveted trophy. Other notable contenders include Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg, Justin Rose, and Cameron Young, who hopes to follow up his Players Championship victory with success at Augusta.

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