The eagerly anticipated 2026 Masters Tournament began on Thursday, April 9, at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club. Also Read 2026 Masters Tournament Begins at Augusta NationalBeyond merchandise, more serious topics dominated Ridley's annual media address, including Augusta's consistent stance on a potential golf ball rollback. Forty years after his historic 1986 Masters victory at age 46, Jack Nicklaus, now 86, serves as an honorary starter. This monumental achievement, his sixth Masters and 18th major title, solidified his status as a golf icon. 1 Scheffler, a two-time Masters champion in 2022 and 2024, enters as the bookmakers' favorite.

Source: The Guardian April 09, 2026 13:16 UTC