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McIlroy Leads Masters by Record Six Shots
11 Apr
Summary
- Rory McIlroy holds a historic six-shot lead at the 2026 Masters.
- He aims to win the Masters for the second consecutive year.
- McIlroy tees off Saturday paired with Sam Burns at 2:50 p.m. ET.
Rory McIlroy is making significant history at Augusta National Golf Club during the 2026 Masters. After 36 holes, he has established a commanding six-shot lead over the field, marking the largest margin ever entering the weekend play.
McIlroy is pursuing a rare achievement: winning the Masters in consecutive years. He would join an elite group of golfers, including Tiger Woods, Nick Faldo, and Jack Nicklaus, who have accomplished this feat.
He will commence Moving Day, Saturday's third round, in the final pairing alongside Sam Burns. The duo was tied after the first 18 holes and will tee off at 2:50 p.m. ET.
The group of contenders chasing McIlroy includes notable players and friends. Justin Rose, a previous runner-up, and 2018 Masters champion Patrick Reed are in the penultimate tee time. Shane Lowry, Tommy Fleetwood, and Tyrrell Hatton are also in contention.
