Masters Tee Times Shift as Leaders Consolidate

Round 2 – Friday, April 9

World No. 1 Scott Scheffler opened his round at 10:19 a.m., paired with Rory McIlroy, hoping the morning softness will echo Thursday’s better scoring. DeChambeau, nursing a 76 on debut, tees off at 1:20 p.m. alongside Matt Fitzpatrick and Xander Schauffele, confronting the tougher afternoon conditions. Burns starts at 12:27 p.m., while 2025 runner‑up Justin Rose looks to improve his steady start.

Round 3 – Saturday, April 10

Rory McIlroy surged to a six‑stroke lead, setting the tone for the weekend. Collin Morikawa, the first player under par, begins at 12:38 p.m. ET, navigating a notoriously tricky 16th‑hole pin placement that challenges even the best‑trained putters. Greenskeepers have crafted demanding layouts that force precision around the par‑threes.

What’s Next

With the cut looming at nightfall Friday, players in the chase pack must balance aggression with the evolving course conditions. The final round promises a showdown on Saturday’s pin set, where the slightest misstep could reshape the leaderboard.