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Masters Cut Line: Stars Face Early Exit
9 Apr
Summary
- The Masters cut line requires top 50 golfers plus ties to advance.
- Projected cut line is +1, with slight chance of moving to +2, +3, or +4.
- New broadcaster Prime Video offers unique 'Inside Amen Corner' feed.
Rory McIlroy has started strong at the 2026 Masters, but the looming cut after Friday's second round presents a significant challenge for many top golfers. Only the top 50 players and ties will advance to the weekend's final two rounds at Augusta National Golf Club.
As of Thursday, the projected cut line is +1, though predictive models suggest a strong possibility of it landing at +3. This means pre-tournament favorites such as Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, who struggled with dry and fast conditions on Thursday, must deliver exceptional rounds to avoid missing the cut.
The Masters first introduced a cut in 1957, evolving over the years to its current format of the top 50 and ties qualifying for the final 36 holes, a rule in place since 2020. This year, Prime Video joins as a broadcaster, offering exclusive streaming coverage and a new data-focused feed called 'Inside Amen Corner,' alongside traditional broadcasts on ESPN, CBS, and Paramount+.
