Day One at Augusta: McIlroy Leads, Schauffele’s Bag Mishap, and How to Watch the Masters Live

Round One Highlights

Rory McIlroy opened his title defense with a five‑under‑par 67, sharing the lead at the 2026 Masters as the field reshuffled on the first day at Augusta National. Scottie Scheffler trailed by three strokes, while Xander Schauffele provided a moment of levity when his tee shot on the par‑five eighth landed in a merchandise bag. He marked the spot with a tee, swapped the bag with a staff member and continued without penalty, ultimately making par.

Streaming the Action

Fans can follow every swing through “Masters Live,” which streams on Paramount+, CBSSports.com, and the CBS Sports mobile app. CBS Sports HQ will deliver nearly 50 hours of continuous coverage beginning Monday, April 6, complementing the network’s traditional broadcast.

Television Schedule

ESPN’s digital platforms will feature “Featured Holes” coverage (holes 4‑6) from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET, along with live group feeds, a morning welcome segment, and an in‑depth look at Amen Corner from noon to 7 p.m.

Looking Ahead

Round Two tees off tomorrow, with McIlroy positioned to defend his share of the lead. The next wave of live updates and leaderboard changes will be available across the streaming services and TV partners, ensuring that viewers never miss a moment of golf’s premier major.