Justin Rose Falls Short At 2026 Masters, Finishes Top 10

Justin Rose Falls Short At 2026 Masters, Finishes Top 10...

Justin Rose's quest for a second major championship came up short Sunday at the 2026 Masters Tournament, with the English golfer finishing tied for 8th place at Augusta National. The 45-year-old veteran carded a final-round 70 to finish at 6-under par, six strokes behind winner Scottie Scheffler.

Rose's performance is trending in the U.S. as golf fans had hoped to see him contend for the green jacket after his strong opening rounds. The 2013 U.S. Open champion briefly held the lead during Thursday's first round, reigniting memories of his runner-up finish at the 2017 Masters.

The Englishman's Sunday charge never materialized despite early birdies on holes 2 and 3. A double-bogey at the par-5 13th effectively ended his chances. "I gave it everything out there today," Rose told reporters after his round. "Augusta always finds a way to humble you."

Rose's top-10 finish marks his best Masters result since 2019 and continues his career resurgence after battling injuries in recent years. The performance earned him $495,000 in prize money and moved him back into the world's top 30 rankings.

Social media reaction was mixed, with some fans celebrating Rose's strong tournament while others expressed disappointment he couldn't mount a Sunday charge. Golf analysts noted his consistent ball-striking throughout the week bodes well for upcoming majors.

The 2026 Masters will be remembered for Scheffler's dominant victory, but Rose's performance proved the veteran still has game at golf's highest level. He'll next compete at the PGA Championship in May at Aronimink Golf Club outside Philadelphia.