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Masters First Round: Thomas Solid, Riley Struggles
10 Apr
Summary
- Justin Thomas finished the first round at even par.
- Davis Riley struggled, finishing 10 over par.
- Both golfers will need strong Friday performances to make the cut.
The 2026 Masters Tournament officially commenced on Thursday, April 10th, at Augusta National Golf Club. This year's event features two former University of Alabama golfers, Justin Thomas and Davis Riley, both competing in their opening rounds.
Justin Thomas delivered a consistent performance during his first 18 holes. The two-time major champion carded an even-par 72, which placed him tied for 19th position heading into Friday's play. Thomas is scheduled to begin his second round Friday morning at 10:07 a.m. ET.
Conversely, Davis Riley encountered difficulties in his initial round. He finished the day at 10-over par with a score of 82, currently ranking him 89th overall. Riley's second round is slated to start early Friday morning at 8:26 a.m. ET, and he will require a significantly improved performance to make the tournament cut.
