The defending champion, Rory McIlroy, enters today in a high-stakes duel as he attempts to become the first player to repeat at Augusta since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002. After completing his career Grand Slam in a 2025 playoff thriller, McIlroy opened this tournament with a historic 36-hole lead. However, a rocky Saturday 73 saw his six-shot cushion vanish. He now finds himself in a share of the lead at 11-under par with an unflappable Cameron Young, who surged into contention with a stunning 65 yesterday.World number 1 Scottie Scheffler is also refusing to go quietly. Despite the narrative surrounding his slow start to the calendar year following hand surgery, Scheffler reminded the field of his dominance with a bogey-free 65 on Saturday. Sitting just outside the top 10, he is still in the hunt to join the elite group of golfers with three or more green jackets. Meanwhile, the leaderboard is packed with threats, including Shane Lowry (9-under), who carded a brilliant hole-in-one on the 6th yesterday, and the resurgent Jason Day and Justin Rose, both sitting at 8-under.Let GOAL give you the updated status of the 2026 Masters as we head into the final holes of Championship Sunday.
The State of the Tournament
Scoring conditions have been far more demanding this year, with fewer players under par compared to the 2025 event. However, the drama is at an all-time high as the winner is set to claim a record-breaking $4.5 million share of the total $22.5 million purse. Today's play will determine if McIlroy can cement his dynasty or if a first-time champion like Cameron Young or Ludvig Åberg will claim their first green jacket.
How to watch the Masters Final Round
The final day features 14 hours of total coverage, the most in Masters history. CBS and Paramount+ are handling the primary broadcast, while the Masters App and Amazon Prime Video continue to provide enhanced "stats-and-feature" streams of Amen Corner and the final groups.
Fans can catch every defining putt live on Paramount+, with plans starting at $7.99/month. Fubo remains a top choice for cord-cutters, offering CBS and ESPN coverage with a 7-day free trial. If you are watching from abroad, a VPN is recommended to ensure you don't miss a single shot of the back-nine drama.
2026 Masters Final Round Schedule (April 12)
| Date | Round | Time (ET) | Watch | Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, April 12 | Final Round | 10 am – Finish | CBS | Paramount+ / Fubo / Masters App |
Masters Golf Facts & Figures
- The Course: Par 72, 7,565 yards (lengthened for 2026)
- Hole Change: The 17th hole (Nandina) was lengthened to 450 yards this year.
- Prize Money: A record $22.5m purse, with **$4.5m** for the winner.
- New Amenities: Players are enjoying the first year of the new three-story Player Services Building.


