Summary
Scottie Scheffler, ranked as the world's top golfer, made a significant comeback at the 2026 Masters after a rough start. On Saturday, he improved his position by scoring well in the first half of his round, moving into the top five. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy leads the tournament, aiming to win his second consecutive Masters title.
Key Facts
- Scottie Scheffler is currently the world's number one golfer.
- Before the tournament began, Scheffler was a favorite to win the 2026 Masters.
- Scheffler tied for 24th place after the first 36 holes.
- He performed strongly on Saturday, moving into the top five at six-under-par through 14 holes.
- Rory McIlroy is the reigning Masters champion and leads at 12-under-par.
- McIlroy could become the fourth golfer to win back-to-back Masters titles if he wins.
- The tournament features other strong performers like Patrick Reed, Cameron Young, Sam Burns, and Shane Lowry.
