Nick Faldo clinched victory at the 1996 Masters, mirroring a significant historical event where a substantial lead evaporated during the final round. While Norman faced a complete collapse in 1996, the current Masters tournament, as reported by The Guardian, sees Rory McIlroy with an opportunity to recover from a similar six-shot lead slip, still having 18 holes to play. As dawn broke over Georgia, the leaderboard showed Cameron Young and Rory McIlroy tied at -11. The anticipation for the final round remained high, as players prepared for their tee times to determine the champion. Also Read Masters Tournament Employs Sudden-Death Playoff Format for Ties at Augusta NationalRory McIlroy reflected on his lost six-shot lead, expressing his aim for a "free" state of mind in the final round of the Masters, as reported.

Source: The Guardian April 12, 2026 16:52 UTC