Masters 2026: Young and McIlroy Tied for Lead Before Final Round on April 12

The Masters 2026 final round is here! Cameron Young and Rory McIlroy are tied for the lead at 11-under-par. This is the 90th Masters tournament.
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Final Round Intensity as Leaders Share Top Spot

The 90th Masters Tournament enters its final round with Cameron Young and defending champion Rory McIlroy locked in a tie for the lead at 11-under-par 205. Both golfers are set to tee off in the final grouping at 2:25 p.m. EDT on Sunday, April 12th.

McIlroy, who held a commanding six-shot lead after Saturday's play, saw his advantage dwindle, bringing Young into contention for the coveted green jacket. This sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion at Augusta National.

Other contenders are making their presence felt as the tournament progresses. Gary Woodland has shown a strong finish, with his performance moving him to 7-under, tied for seventh place after a birdie on the first hole and a subsequent putt that shifted his standing. Young also started his round well, securing a birdie on the first hole.

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The Masters 2026: final round – live - 1

The leaderboard shows a tight race, with Sam Burns one shot off the lead and Shane Lowry two shots back. Two-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler remains in the hunt, four shots behind the leaders. Low scoring early in the day saw players like Gary Woodland, Jon Rahm, and Viktor Hovland performing well below par for their rounds.

Viewing the Conclusion

Coverage of the final round is available across multiple platforms. Early action can be streamed on Paramount+ and Masters.com starting at 12:00 p.m. ET. CBS will broadcast the main telecast from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET. Comprehensive streaming options include Masters.com, the Masters app, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and the ESPN App, with featured groups and holes being highlighted throughout the day.

Notable Tee Times

The final round features a staggered schedule of tee times, with key pairings including:

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  • 1:52 p.m. ET: Scottie Scheffler and Haotong Li

  • 2:14 p.m. ET: Sam Burns and Shane Lowry

  • 2:25 p.m. ET: Cameron Young and Rory McIlroy

Background

The Masters Tournament, held annually at Augusta National Golf Club, is one of the four major championships in professional golf. This year marks the 90th iteration of the prestigious event. McIlroy is aiming to become the first player to win the Masters back-to-back since Tiger Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is leading the Masters 2026 before the final round on April 12?
Cameron Young and Rory McIlroy are tied for the lead at 11-under-par heading into the final round of the Masters 2026. They will tee off together at 2:25 p.m. EDT.
Q: What is Rory McIlroy's position in the Masters 2026 final round on April 12?
Defending champion Rory McIlroy is tied for the lead with Cameron Young at 11-under-par for the Masters 2026. He had a large lead after Saturday but it narrowed.
Q: Who else is close to the lead in the Masters 2026 on April 12?
Sam Burns is one shot behind the leaders, and Shane Lowry is two shots back in the Masters 2026. Gary Woodland is tied for seventh place at 7-under-par.
Q: How can I watch the final round of the Masters 2026 on April 12?
You can watch the final round of the Masters 2026 on CBS from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET. Streaming is available on Paramount+, Masters.com, and the Masters app starting at 12:00 p.m. ET.
Q: What is the significance of the Masters 2026 final round for Rory McIlroy?
Rory McIlroy is aiming to win the Masters back-to-back, which has not been done since Tiger Woods. He is tied for the lead with Cameron Young heading into Sunday's final round.