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The second round of the 2026 Masters Tournament teed off on Friday, April 10, at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club, where tradition, pressure, and opportunity converge for one of golf’s most important days. With the cut looming, Friday’s tee times carried heightened urgency as players battled to secure a spot for the weekend.
Friday Tee Times and Featured Pairings
Round 2 followed the traditional Masters format, with players who teed off late Thursday heading out early Friday, and vice versa. Tee times began in the morning around 8:00 a.m. Eastern and continued into the early afternoon.
Among the notable Friday pairings:
- Scottie Scheffler, paired with Robert MacIntyre and Gary Woodland, teed off at approximately 10:19 a.m.
- Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, played in the afternoon wave at 1:44 p.m. alongside Cameron Young and amateur Mason Howell
- Bryson DeChambeau joined Matt Fitzpatrick and Xander Schauffele in a high-profile grouping at 1:20 p.m.
These groupings highlighted the depth of talent in the field, with major champions, rising stars, and international contenders all jockeying for position heading into the weekend.
The Masters Tournament Tradition
First played in 1934, the Masters is the only major championship held annually at the same venue—Augusta National. Known for its pristine conditions, lightning-fast greens, and legendary holes like Amen Corner (Nos. 11–13), the tournament is steeped in tradition and prestige.
The event marks the first major of the golf season and features an exclusive field of the world’s top players competing for the coveted Green Jacket. The 2026 edition, the 90th playing of the Masters, once again brought together past champions, amateurs, and elite professionals in pursuit of golfing immortality.
Players to Watch
Rory McIlroy
The Northern Irish star entered the week as the defending champion after capturing the 2025 Masters in dramatic fashion to complete his career Grand Slam. His presence alone adds weight to every pairing, and his Friday tee time placed him squarely in the spotlight as he attempted to build momentum and defend his title.
Scottie Scheffler
Ranked among the world’s best, Scheffler arrived at Augusta as a perennial favorite, with multiple major titles already on his résumé. Known for his consistency and calm demeanor, his Friday round was crucial in positioning himself for another serious run at the Green Jacket.
Bryson DeChambeau
Always one of the most intriguing figures in golf, DeChambeau brought power, analytics, and flair to Augusta. While his aggressive style can be risky on a course that punishes mistakes, his pairing with elite players ensured plenty of attention during Friday’s round.
The Stakes on Friday
Friday at the Masters is often referred to as “moving day before moving day.” It is when the field is cut—typically the top 50 players and ties advance—making every shot critical. Players on the bubble must balance aggression with precision, while leaders aim to separate themselves from the pack.
As the sun moved across Augusta National on April 10, the tension built with each group that made the turn. Some players surged into contention, while others saw their hopes slip away.
By the end of the day, the leaderboard began to take shape, setting the stage for a weekend where history, tradition, and greatness would once again collide at the Masters.
