Masters 2026 Round 1 live updates, leaderboard: Rory McIlroy is making a move
Key Points:
- The 90th Masters Tournament has officially begun at Augusta National, with legends Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Tom Watson hitting the ceremonial opening tee shots.
- Rory McIlroy, fresh off his historic career Grand Slam win last season, is a key focus despite limited play this year and a recent back injury.
- Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler, the betting favorite, returns to competition shortly after the birth of his second child, alongside 10 LIV Golf members and six amateurs competing for the Silver Cup.
- Round 1 coverage is available on Amazon Prime Video from 1-3 p.m. ET and ESPN from 3-7:30 p.m. ET, with notable tee times including stars like Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, and Scottie Scheffler.
- Yahoo Sports will provide live updates and highlights throughout the first round of the 2026 Masters.