Masters 2024: Scheffler, McIlroy and DeChambeau lead star-studded field
Masters 2024: Scheffler, McIlroy and DeChambeau lead star-studded field
Augusta hosts the 90th Masters as Scheffler looks rested, DeChambeau exudes confidence, and McIlroy pursues a pressure-free title defense amid a stacked leaderboard.
The Masters at Augusta National kicks off with a star-studded leaderboard, led by Scottie Scheffler who looks rested, Bryson DeChambeau brimming with confidence, and Rory McIlroy playing without pressure as the 90th edition unfolds. The field includes a mix of past champions and hungry challengers, all chasing the coveted green jacket.
Opening tee times and live leaderboard updates set the scene as McIlroy bids to become only the latest player to win back-to-back Masters, a feat that would place him in a select group and cap a remarkable comeback after last year's major drought.
McIlroy is level through seven holes, two behind the leaders, as he eyes a title defense that would echo across the tournament's history and boost his bid to join the ranks of players who have defended The Masters.
Xander Schauffele's tee shot on the par-5 eighth hole appeared to land in a viewer's merchandise bag, a quirky moment that didn't prevent him from carding a par and staying in the mix.
As the leaderboard tightens, the weekend promises fireworks with a field loaded with major champions and rising stars, all chasing a moment of glory under the bright Georgia skies.
