The roadmap for the opening act of the 90th Masters is now set, as Augusta National Golf Club has released the Masters 2026 tee times for the first and second rounds. The tournament, a cornerstone of the sporting calendar, will once again see the world’s elite golfers navigate the undulating greens and strategic hazards of one of the most storied courses in history.
Starting Thursday, the field will tee off primarily in threesomes, a traditional format that balances the pace of play with the high-stakes tension of major championship golf. For fans and analysts, the pairings offer a glimpse into the psychological battles ahead, pitting seasoned veterans against rising stars and a handful of hopeful amateurs.
Among the most anticipated groupings is the late-morning surge on Thursday, featuring a high-powered trio of Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Xander Schauffele. However, the spotlight will likely gravitate toward the 1:44 p.m. Slot, where world number one Scottie Scheffler will lead a group containing Robert MacIntyre and Gary Woodland, providing a marquee finish to the opening day’s action.
The schedule reflects the meticulous nature of the Masters, with the first round beginning at 7:40 a.m. ET and concluding nearly six hours later. Friday’s second round follows a similar cadence, though the order of play shifts to accommodate the emerging leaderboard, effectively flipping the script on who faces the morning dew and who enjoys the afternoon light.
The Power Pairings and Featured Groups
Although the full list covers the breadth of the field, certain groupings stand out as potential catalysts for the tournament. The combination of Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, and Brooks Koepka at 1:20 p.m. On Thursday brings together three players with a deep history of success at Augusta, creating a “group of destiny” feel that often defines the early narrative of the week.
The 90th edition of the tournament similarly emphasizes the bridge between generations. The inclusion of legends like Fred Couples and Vijay Singh alongside modern power-hitters like Ludvig Åberg and Collin Morikawa ensures that the historical weight of the event remains present. For these players, the goal is simple: survive the first 36 holes without a catastrophic mistake on the treacherous Amen Corner.
Beyond the superstars, the amateur presence remains a vital part of the Masters’ identity. Players such as Jackson Herrington, Brandon Holtz, and Mason Howell will face the ultimate test of their composure. For these amateurs, the experience of walking the fairways of Augusta National is a career milestone, regardless of where they sit on the leaderboard come Sunday.
Key Groupings at a Glance
| Tee Time (ET) | Players | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 10:07 a.m. | B. DeChambeau, M. Fitzpatrick, X. Schauffele | Heavyweight Trio |
| 1:20 p.m. | J. Spieth, J. Rose, B. Koepka | Major Champions |
| 1:44 p.m. | S. Scheffler, R. MacIntyre, G. Woodland | World No. 1 |
Complete First Round Tee Times: Thursday
All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET). The first round begins at Tee No. 1.
- 7:40 a.m. — Johnny Keefer, Haotong Li
- 7:50 a.m. — Naoyuki Kataoka, Max Homa, Carlos Ortiz
- 8:02 a.m. — José María Olazábal, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, Aldrich Potgieter
- 8:14 a.m. — Ángel Cabrera, Sami Välimäki, Jackson Herrington (a)
- 8:26 a.m. — Charl Schwartzel, Max Greyserman, Ryan Fox
- 8:38 a.m. — Vijay Singh, Matt McCarty, Rasmus Højgaard
- 8:50 a.m. — Kurt Kitayama, Kristoffer Reitan, Casey Jarvis
- 9:02 a.m. — Bubba Watson, Nico Echavarria, Brandon Holtz (a)
- 9:19 a.m. — Cameron Smith, Sam Burns, Jake Knapp
- 9:31 a.m. — Keegan Bradley, Ryan Gerard, Nick Taylor
- 9:43 a.m. — Dustin Johnson, Shane Lowry, Jason Day
- 9:55 a.m. — Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Akshay Bhatia
- 10:07 a.m. — Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele
- 10:19 a.m. — Hideki Matsuyama, Collin Morikawa, Russell Henley
- 10:31 a.m. — Rory McIlroy, Cameron Young, Mason Howell (a)
- 10:43 a.m. — Viktor Hovland, Patrick Cantlay, Alex Noren
- 11:03 a.m. — Sam Stevens, Sungjae Im
- 11:15 a.m. — Andrew Novak, Tom McKibbin, Brian Campbell
- 11:27 a.m. — Mike Weir, Wyndham Clark, Mateo Pulcini (a)
- 11:39 a.m. — Zach Johnson, Michael Kim, Nicolai Højgaard
- 11:51 a.m. — Danny Willett, Davis Riley, Ethan Fang (a)
- 12:03 p.m. — Adam Scott, Daniel Berger, Brian Harman
- 12:15 p.m. — Fred Couples, Min Woo Lee, Fifa Laopakdee (a)
- 12:27 p.m. — Sergio García, Aaron Rai, Jacob Bridgeman
- 12:44 p.m. — Harry Hall, Corey Conners, Michael Brennan
- 12:56 p.m. — J.J. Spaun, Maverick McNealy, Tyrrell Hatton
- 1:08 p.m. — Jon Rahm, Chris Gotterup, Ludvig Åberg
- 1:20 p.m. — Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka
- 1:32 p.m. — Sepp Straka, Ben Griffin, Justin Thomas
- 1:44 p.m. — Scottie Scheffler, Robert MacIntyre, Gary Woodland
- 1:56 p.m. — Harris English, Marco Penge, Si Woo Kim
Complete Second Round Tee Times: Friday
The second round sees a redistribution of the field. As is common at the PGA Tour’s most exclusive event, the pairings shift to provide variety in course conditions.
- 7:40 a.m. — Samuel Stevens, Sungjae Im
- 7:50 a.m. — Andrew Novak, Tom McKibbin, Brian Campbell
- 8:02 a.m. — Mike Weir, Wyndham Clark, Mateo Pulcini (a)
- 8:14 a.m. — Zach Johnson, Michael Kim, Nicolai Højgaard
- 8:26 a.m. — Danny Willett, Davis Riley, Ethan Fang (a)
- 8:38 a.m. — Adam Scott, Daniel Berger, Brian Harman
- 8:50 a.m. — Fred Couples, Min Woo Lee, Fifa Laopakdee (a)
- 9:02 a.m. — Sergio Garcia, Aaron Rai, Jacob Bridgeman
- 9:19 a.m. — Harry Hall, Corey Conners, Michael Brennan
- 9:31 a.m. — J.J. Spaun, Maverick McNealy, Tyrrell Hatton
- 9:43 a.m. — Jon Rahm, Chris Gotterup, Ludvig Åberg
- 9:55 a.m. — Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka
- 10:07 a.m. — Sepp Straka, Ben Griffin, Justin Thomas
- 10:19 a.m. — Scottie Scheffler, Robert MacIntyre, Gary Woodland
- 10:31 a.m. — Harris English, Marco Penge, Si Woo Kim
- 10:51 a.m. — John Keefer, Haotong Li
- 11:03 a.m. — Naoyuki Kataoka, Max Homa, Carlos Ortiz
- 11:15 a.m. — José María Olazábal, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, Aldrich Potgieter
- 11:27 a.m. — Angel Cabrera, Sami Valimaki, Jackson Herrington (a)
- 11:39 a.m. — Charl Schwartzel, Max Greyserman, Ryan Fox
- 11:51 a.m. — Vijay Singh, Matt McCarty, Rasmus Højgaard
- 12:03 p.m. — Kurt Kitayama, Kristoffer Reitan, Casey Jarvis
- 12:15 p.m. — Bubba Watson, Nicolas Echavarria, Brandon Holtz (a)
- 12:32 p.m. — Cameron Smith, Sam Burns, Jake Knapp
- 12:44 p.m. — Keegan Bradley, Ryan Gerard, Nick Taylor
- 12:56 p.m. — Dustin Johnson, Shane Lowry, Jason Day
- 1:08 p.m. — Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Akshay Bhatia
- 1:20 p.m. — Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele
- 1:32 p.m. — Hideki Matsuyama, Collin Morikawa, Russell Henley
- 1:44 p.m. — Rory McIlroy, Cameron Young, Mason Howell (a)
- 1:56 p.m. — Viktor Hovland, Patrick Cantlay, Alex Noren
As the field prepares for the first tee shot, the focus now shifts to the weather forecast for Georgia, which can often play as significant a role in the outcome as the players’ own swings. The next official update from the tournament committee will follow the conclusion of the second round, at which point the cut will be made and the pairings for the weekend will be determined.
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