2026 Masters Winner Crowned After Dramatic Final Round
2026 Masters Winner Crowned After Dramatic Final Round...
American golfer Scottie Scheffler claimed his second Masters title on Sunday, finishing at 14-under par after a thrilling final-round duel with rising star Ludvig Ã…berg. The victory at Augusta National Golf Club cements Scheffler's status as the world's top-ranked player and marks his fourth major championship win.
The tournament trended nationwide as Scheffler overcame a three-shot deficit entering Sunday, carding a 6-under 66 to edge Ã…berg by two strokes. Key moments included Scheffler's eagle on the par-5 13th and a clutch 12-foot birdie putt on the 16th that essentially sealed the win.
Tiger Woods made headlines earlier in the week by making his record 25th consecutive Masters cut, though he faded to a T38 finish. The 50-year-old golf legend received standing ovations throughout the weekend at Augusta, where he last won in 2019.
Sunday's final round delivered the highest Masters TV ratings since 2018, with peak viewership during the back-nine showdown. The tournament's economic impact on Augusta, Georgia is estimated at over $120 million, with local businesses reporting record sales.
Scheffler's win comes amid growing interest in golf's younger generation, with 24-year-old Ã…berg and 22-year-old Tom Kim both finishing in the top 10. The PGA Tour now looks ahead to next month's PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club outside Philadelphia.
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley confirmed the club will maintain its traditional April date for 2027, dismissing recent speculation about a potential calendar shift. The 2026 champion receives $3.6 million from a record $20 million purse.
Social media erupted with reactions to Scheffler's emotional victory celebration with his wife Meredith, who gave birth to their first child just two months ago. The win makes Scheffler just the fourth player to claim multiple green jackets before turning 30.
