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The Masters Tournament 2024 Tee Times: When Will Jon Rahm Tee Off?

Jon Rahm got off to a weak start to The Masters Tournament 2024 on the first two days; the third round saw him improve his scores slightly as he played his best round at the tournament to date. Still, the defending champion urgently needs to improve on Moving Day to put pressure on the leading group. A look at the tee times of the Spaniard and his competitors.

The Masters Tournament 2024: Tee Times Jon Rahm on Moving Day

Jon Rahm starts his final round alongside US-American Tony Finau at 11:45 a.m. local time.

Tee Times The Masters 2024 Jon Rahm
Tee Time Round 4 (Sunday) 11:45 AM (local time)

The Masters Tournament 2024: Full Tee Times Round 4

Take a look at the complete Tee Times on the final round in Augusta.

Tee Times The Masters Tournament 2024 Round 4

Tee Tee Time Player 1 Player 2
1 9:15 Adam Hadwin Vijay Singh
1 9:25 Jake Knapp Grayson Murray
1 9:35 Neal Shipley (A) Tiger Woods
1 9:45 Tom Kim Denny McCarthy
1 9:55 Kurt Kitayama Thorbjørn Olesen
1 10:05 Erik van Rooyen Eric Cole
1 10:15 José María Olazábal Camilo Villegas
1 10:25 Russell Henley Jason Day
1 10:35 Keegan Bradley Min Woo Lee
1 10:45 Si Woo Kim J. T. Poston
1 11:05 Corey Conners Brooks Koepka
1 11:15 Phil Mickelson Shane Lowry
1 11:25 Taylor Moore Sahith Theegala
1 11:35 Akshay Bhatia Harris English
1 11:45 Jon Rahm Tony Finau
1 11:55 Hideki Matsuyama Luke List
1 12:05 Ryan Fox Rickie Fowler
1 12:25 Danny Willett Adam Scott
1 12:35 Will Zalatoris Tyrrell Hatton
1 12:45 Rory McIlroy Joaquín Niemann
1 12:55 Matthieu Pavon Sepp Straka
1 13:05 Matt Fitzpatrick Patrick Reed
1 13:15 Adam Schenk Chris Kirk
1 13:25 Patrick Cantlay Lucas Glover
1 13:45 Cameron Young Tommy Fleetwood
1 13:55 Byeong Hun An Cameron Smith
1 14:05 Cameron Davis Nicolai Højgaard
1 14:15 Bryson DeChambeau Xander Schauffele
1 14:25 Max Homa Ludvig Åberg
1 14:35 Scottie Scheffler Collin Morikawa

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The Masters Tournament 2024 Tee Times: Rory McIlroy’s Final Round

Rory McIlroy improved his score in the third round of The Masters with a round under par. But to win the Green Jacket, he would have to make up ten strokes on Scottie Scheffler. Can he accomplish that? He goes into the final round of The Masters 2024 together with Joaquin Niemann. Like McIlroy, the Argentinian is on two three over par.

The Masters Tournament 2024 Tee Times: Rory McIlroy alongside Joaquin Niemann

Rory McIlroy will start his final round at The Masters Tournament 2024 alongside Joaquin Niemann at 12:45 PM.

The Masters Tournament 2024: Tee Time Rory McIlroy Round 4

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Tee Time Round 4 (Sunday) 12:45 PM (local time)

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Tee Times The Masters Tournament 2024 Round 4

Tee Tee Time Player 1 Player 2
1 9:15 Adam Hadwin Vijay Singh
1 9:25 Jake Knapp Grayson Murray
1 9:35 Neal Shipley (A) Tiger Woods
1 9:45 Tom Kim Denny McCarthy
1 9:55 Kurt Kitayama Thorbjørn Olesen
1 10:05 Erik van Rooyen Eric Cole
1 10:15 José María Olazábal Camilo Villegas
1 10:25 Russell Henley Jason Day
1 10:35 Keegan Bradley Min Woo Lee
1 10:45 Si Woo Kim J. T. Poston
1 11:05 Corey Conners Brooks Koepka
1 11:15 Phil Mickelson Shane Lowry
1 11:25 Taylor Moore Sahith Theegala
1 11:35 Akshay Bhatia Harris English
1 11:45 Jon Rahm Tony Finau
1 11:55 Hideki Matsuyama Luke List
1 12:05 Ryan Fox Rickie Fowler
1 12:25 Danny Willett Adam Scott
1 12:35 Will Zalatoris Tyrrell Hatton
1 12:45 Rory McIlroy Joaquín Niemann
1 12:55 Matthieu Pavon Sepp Straka
1 13:05 Matt Fitzpatrick Patrick Reed
1 13:15 Adam Schenk Chris Kirk
1 13:25 Patrick Cantlay Lucas Glover
1 13:45 Cameron Young Tommy Fleetwood
1 13:55 Byeong Hun An Cameron Smith
1 14:05 Cameron Davis Nicolai Højgaard
1 14:15 Bryson DeChambeau Xander Schauffele
1 14:25 Max Homa Ludvig Åberg
1 14:35 Scottie Scheffler Collin Morikawa
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The Masters Tournament: Scottie Scheffler Secures Sole Lead after third round

Scottie Scheffler delivered an impressive performance in the third round of the Masters Tournament 2024, concluding the day in sole possession of first place.

The Masters Tournament 2024: Scheffler early Birdie Bonanza

Scheffler’s round began with a birdie on the first hole, as well as the third hole, bringing him to two under par early in the round. This early gain set a positive tone, though he gave a stroke back on the fourth, rounding out the front nine with a score of 35, one under par.

Back Nine Battle: Scheffler’s Resilience

The back nine proved more challenging for Scheffler, including a double bogey on the 10th and a bogey on the 11th that momentarily knocked him off the lead. However, a critical par save on the 12th and an eagle on the 13th marked a significant turnaround, allowing him to regain momentum and maintain his position atop the leaderboard. In his recount of this shot during the press conference he highlighted his technical skill but also the emotional release of executing under pressure. “And then that putt on 13 was nice because it was trickling up towards the cup. I didn’t know whether or not it was going to get there, and it kind of just nudged right over the edge and went in. So it was exciting, and it was nice to be able to steal a couple shots there on 13 and get back in the tournament,” Scheffler reflected.
He finished the round with a 36 on the back nine after playing another two birdies on 15 and 18 and a bogey on 17, mirroring his front nine score and cementing his lead with a total of 71 for the day.

Scottie Scheffler on Conquering Augusta’s Third Round

During the press conference, Scottie Scheffler discussed the difficulties faced during the round, especially with the gusts affecting his play on the 10th and 11th holes and highlighted the importance of resilience. “You know, things happen pretty fast out there… But it’s a major championship. I don’t think Augusta wants their golf course to be very easy,” he commented.

He described the greens as “ridiculously fast and firm,” a condition that significantly impacted his putting game, particularly on the 14th hole where he likened putting down the hill to “putting up to a small volcano.” This detail underscores the precision required at Augusta and how course conditions can dramatically influence play.

Scheffler also discussed his strategy on the back nine, particularly the par 5s, which were crucial for reclaiming momentum. His eagle on the 13th and a birdie on the 15th were critical moments that helped stabilize his round and also propelled him back into a leading position. “It was nice kind of turning my Saturday around… It’s nice to get a few shots back there on the back nine.”

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The Masters Tournament 2024: Tiger Woods’s Turbulent Turn in Round Three

Tiger Woods experienced a challenging third round at the Masters Tournament 2024, finishing the day with a score of 82, ten strokes over par. Starting the round at even par, Woods’s performance was hampered by difficulties in both his long game and putting. Notable struggles were consecutive bogeys at holes 6 and 7 and a double bogey on hole 8, significantly impacting his score.

Tiger’s Trials: Woods Wobbles in Round 3 at the Masters Tournament 2024

Throughout the third round, Woods’s score fluctuated, topping with a glimpse of hope with a par at the 5th hole, but quickly being overshadowed by a three-putt on the 6th and a flubbed chip on the 7th. He closed the front nine with six strokes over par. The back nine continued to challenge him, with additional bogeys and a lack of recovery shots that would have helped to stabilize his round.

In a post-round interview, Woods acknowledged his struggles, stating he did not perform well in hitting and putting, which continued throughout the day. “Just hit the ball in all the places that I know I shouldn’t hit it,” Woods explained, emphasizing the impact of missed opportunities on his overall performance. When asked about his physical condition, Woods noted the exhaustion from the previous day’s efforts, yet remained optimistic about his preparation for the final round, trusting his team to ready him for day four.

Between the Fairways: Tiger Woods Opens Up After The Masters Round 3

Question: Tiger, what was the biggest challenge you were facing out there today? 

Tiger Woods: The fact that I was not hitting it very good or putting well. I didn’t have a very good warmup session, and I kept it going all day today. Just hit the ball in all the places that I know I shouldn’t hit it. 
And I missed a lot of putts. Easy, makable putts. I missed a lot of them. 

Question: Tiger on 9 it looked like that was a painful swing out of the right side there. 

Tiger Woods: Yeah. 

Question: Was there any moment that was worse than the others today that caused it to be worse for you the rest of the day? 

Tiger Woods: All day. 

Question: Was it a lack of maybe mental reps? 

Tiger Woods: I wouldn’t say necessarily mental reps. It’s just that I haven’t competed and played much. When I had chances to get it flipped around and when I made that putt at 5, I promptly three-putted 6 and flub a chip at 7 and just got it going the wrong way, and when I had opportunities to flip it, I didn’t. 

Question: How much did yesterday wear you out physically? 

Tiger Woods: Oh, yeah, it did. 

Question: How about being ready for tomorrow? 

Tiger Woods: My team will get me ready. Club has have been awesome. It will be a long night and a long warmup session, but we’ll be ready. 

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The Masters Tournament 2024: Shane Lowry’s Historic Eagle on Hole 14

At the Augusta National Golf Club, spectators witnessed an exciting moment from Shane Lowry, who at last earned a brilliant moment at the Masters Tournament 2024.

The Masters Tournament 2024: A Reward for Precision and Timeliness

Despite a challenging tournament so far, Shane Lowry achieved an eagle on the 14th hole, bringing him two strokes under par. Lowry converted a long shot of a 114 years directly into an eagle. For his eagle, Lowry received not only recognition and admiration from fans and commentators but also a pair of crystal glasses—a tribute for such achievements at the Masters Tournament.

This eagle marks a small triumph in an otherwise difficult week for Lowry, who started the tournament with a score of 6 over par. Thanks to this eagle, he improved his overall score to 4 over par. His best placement at a Masters tournament was in 2022 when he finished third. Lowry’s eagle was the first on this hole in eight years.

Shane Lowry’s eagle on the 14th hole

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The Masters 2024: Rory McIlroy Scores Under Par in Round 3

Rory McIlroy improved his score at The Masters 2024 to +3 with a round of 71. As in the first round, the 34-year-old remained one under par at Augusta National. After a 77 on Friday, however, the four-time major winner had already fallen a long way back. Read the interview to find out whether he is happy with his score and whether the golf course was easier to play today because there was less wind.

The Masters 2024: Rory McIlroy on His Score in round 3

Question: Are you happier today?

Rory McIlroy: Yeah, obviously conditions were a little easier than yesterday. Still tricky, though. Greens are firm. Some of the hole locations are really tough, especially some of the downwind holes with the pins at the front. Hard to get the ball close, and then you sort of just have to take your chances from 20, 25 feet. But definitely hit the ball better today, gave myself a lot of looks. Missed a few, but shooting something under par was a decent effort.

Question: Did you feel like you got a little bit more momentum going today?

Rory McIlroy: A little bit. It was hard to get any momentum yesterday just because of the conditions. So, yeah, it was nice to see — I think I made three birdies today compared to zero yesterday. So nice to see some red numbers on the card. Yeah, it was a little better.

Question: You crushed that ball off of 9. I don’t know if you’ve seen the video, but it was actually rolling around the people walking across the crossway.

Rory McIlroy: Yeah, I haven’t seen it yet. I hit it way further left than I thought I was going to. I thought I was going to catch these trees over here. It was so far downwind that I covered there. Yeah, I certainly didn’t expect the ball to be down there whenever I — I was looking somewhere in the left pinestraw. Just sort of shows the strength of the wind.

Question: We saw you back on the range still after your round last night. Is that still working on the technical things you’re working on?

Rory McIlroy: I just needed to get some rhythm. It was so start/stop yesterday, and I didn’t have any fluid in my golf swing because of that. I just wanted to got and try and find some rhythm last night.

I only hit 10, 15 minutes, but definitely felt better as well. As the wind is coming down you start getting out of sync. It was better to make some normal golf swings and hit some normal shots. Definitely hit it a bit better today. No, I mean, all I can do is come here and try my best. That’s what I do every time I show up. Some years it’s better than others. I’ve just got to keep showing up and try to do the right thing.

Question: When you played with Scottie on those first two days and he’s so unmoved by everything, so unflappable, is that difficult?

Rory McIlroy: No, not really. If anything, it’s good because, to have someone beside you that has a great attitude and sort of does everything the right way, it’s nice to try to feed off that.

Question: What you’re working on with your irons, you’ve seen progress this week to be ready as the summer rolls on with all these other big events coming up?

Rory McIlroy: I think so. I made good progress last week in San Antonio, my strokes gained numbers and approach were good. I thought my — I would say my strokes gained approach numbers today were probably pretty good. So it’s getting better. It’s definitely better than what it was through the Florida swing.

Question: You said you were going to try to be patient. How much has this been a test of patience this week?

Rory McIlroy: A lot. But it’s this tournament and this golf course and especially these conditions. That’s all you can be. You can’t really do anything else. You’ve got to try to have as much acceptance as possible and try to keep hitting good shots and move on.

Question: I think it’s currently 2-under on the par-5s this week. How much frustration you haven’t been able to take advantage of those a bit more?


Rory McIlroy: That’s okay. The par-5s have been playing difficult and into the wind. It’s been hard to go for the greens in two because of the conditions. Yeah, it’s probably not quite what I would have wanted, but it’s probably not too far off what everyone else is playing them in because they have been sort of difficult.

Question: What would a 15 handicap do around here?

Rory McIlroy: It’s hard because a 15 handicap usually doesn’t get the ball in the air far enough for the wind to affect it, but they would have struggled.

Question: What are you hoping to finish off with tomorrow?

Rory McIlroy: Just go out and finish on a positive note. Shoot a good round of golf and move on to Hilton Head next week in a good frame of mind, I guess.

Question: Thoughts on Hilton Head? What went into adding Hilton Head next week to your schedule? You weren’t committed until yesterday?

Rory McIlroy: I think I’m like 50th in the FedExCup. I need to get all the events under my belt as I can.

Question: You look at the top of the leaderboard much and pay attention to it?

Rory McIlroy: A little bit. Obviously Scottie’s got off to a great start. I’m excited to watch it.
Interview via asapsports.com

 

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The Masters Tournament 2024: Jon Rahm struggles to find “swing” in third round

Jon Rahm faced a demanding third round this saturday at The Masters Tournament 2024. Despite a steady start with pars on the first six holes he experienced increasing difficulties, dimming hopes of defending his title.

Steady start for John Rahm in third round at the Masters Tournament 2024

The round began promising for Rahm, who completed the first six holes at consistent par. However, with the seventh hole, the challenges began and he recorded a bogey on a par-4. Rahm concluded the front nine with a 37 (+1), marking a deterioration from par.

Recovery on the Back Nine with Challenges

On the back nine, Rahm managed to score the opposite scorecard and play pars until the 16th hole. A glimmer of hope was a birdie on the seventeenth hole, followed by a concluding par on the eighteenth. These led to a score of 35 (-1) for the back nine, helping him to finish the day with an overall score of 72 (E).

Jon Rahm on Challenging Conditions and Missed Opportunities

Playing conditions were a central topic in the interview with Jon Rahm. ” There is still a couple spots where if it gusted still some heavy winds. Obviously a little bit easier, but the golf course is quite firm and fast also, so that’s always going to make things a little more interesting.,” Rahm describes the challenges of the course. When asked about his progress of the week, he commented on his performance of the second round on friday. “Yesterday was terrible. Today I kept in in play off the tee, which is going to do a lot.”

“Gave myself plenty of chances; just didn’t make them,” he shared in frustration, but commented on a few highlights of the day. “Luckily made the one on 17 to have the only birdie of the day, and the one par putt on 6. Besides that, it was just seeing a couple fall in. I had a few really good chances on 3, 4, and 5. 8. Couple others. 12, 13, 14, just — 15, none of them wanted to go in.”

Rahm also expressed his thoughts about his progress during the last couple of rounds of the Masters Tournament 2024: “Well, it’s — those first two days I think I said it yesterday, it’s just too hard of conditions to not have your swing. Being a little lost and not being under control of what was going on makes it so much harder.”


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The Masters Tournament 2024: Zach Johnson on His F-Bomb

After a frustrating first day at the Masters Tournament 2024, Zach Johnson played well under the extreme conditions on day two. Until the American did hit the 12th hole.

Zach Johnson Drops F-Bomb at the Masters Tournament 2024

After missing the hole completely with his first tee shot, the second try landed just right of the green with a difficult chip. The following long putt for a double bogey missed the hole and resulted in a triple-bogey.

What followed was a reserved applause from the patrons and Zach Johnsons “F*** off!” directed across the pond. This unlikely outburst off course hit social media and promptly sparked a debate wether it was directed at the patrons or himself.

F-Bombing the Patrons? That’s what Zach Johnson said about the Situation

Q. Why don’t you clear the air about the social media thing.

ZACH JOHNSON: I’m not familiar with any social media thing out there. I’ve just signed my scorecard.

Q. There was some comment attributed to you to the patrons after your shots on 12.

ZACH JOHNSON: My first shot that went in the bush?

Q. It was after the putt maybe.

ZACH JOHNSON: After my putt for double bogey? Or after my putt for triple — I guess it really doesn’t matter. I can’t hear anything from — they’re 100 — with the downhill, they’re 152. They’re actually 154 away, so 152 away. I don’t understand the situation at all.

What are they saying that I did or said?

Q. It’s been reported that you swore at some of the patrons.

ZACH JOHNSON: That I swore at the patrons? That’s laughable. That’s completely laughable. I can’t hear the patrons, number one. Number two, I just made a triple bogey on the 12th hole that evidently is going to make me miss the cut, which at the time I knew was pretty sensitive in the sense that I needed to keep making pars.

If I’ve said anything, which I’m not going to deny, especially if it’s on camera, one, I apologize, and two, it was fully directed towards myself entirely because I can’t hear anything behind me. Does that make sense?

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The Masters Tournament 2024: Prize Money without Making the Cut?

As a rule, the following applies to all tournaments on the PGA and DP World Tour: after two rounds of play, there is a cut that only the 65 best players and equals survive. This selection fights for the final ranking in two further rounds. The total prize money that can be won at a tournament is divided among all players who have survived the cut – the players who had to go home after two rounds go home empty-handed. However, the rules are different at Augusta.

Missed the cut: Who gets prize money at the Masters Tournament 2024?

Starting with the size of the starting field: in the majority of events, around 150 players take part – in Augusta, the field is limited to around 80 to 90 players. There are also special conditions for qualifying for the Masters Tournament. This year, there were a total of 19 different, strictly regulated ways to qualify. Starting with the Masters champions, who receive a ticket for life, to champions and top-ranked players from other majors and big tournaments, who qualify for certain periods of time, such as five years. In addition, current PGA Tour winners and the 50 leaders of the official world rankings, which are published in the week before the current Masters tournament, will start. Various amateur champions will also have the opportunity to play in Augusta.

The Masters Tournament is the first major tournament of the year and probably the biggest highlight of the season for many golfers and fans. Only the crème de la crème are allowed to compete in the tournament at Augusta National and fight for the Green Jacket. The rules of the tournament are slightly modified compared to the usual tournaments of the leading tours in golf.

Although the cut is also made after 36 holes have been played, only the 50 best and equals are entitled to a ticket for the weekend. This means that the Major journey is already over for more players than usual on Friday. However, there is another change that comes into effect at the Masters Tournament: all players, even those who miss the cut, are entitled to prize money. Anyone who has played two rounds will receive 10,000 US dollars in prize money. The only exceptions are the amateurs in the starting field.

The trip to Augusta therefore not only brings the fulfillment of a dream and memories of a very special tournament for all players, regardless of how they fared, but also guaranteed prize money of 10,000 US dollars. An icing on the cake that makes participation in the Masters Tournament even more attractive.

Other majors are similar

At the PGA Championship, in which no amateurs take part, every player who misses the cut receives prize money of 4,000 US dollars. The US Open pays out the same amount as the Masters: 10,000 US dollars go to those who miss the cut. The British Open staggers the prizes: The ten best golfers who missed the cut, for example, receive 7,200 US dollars. The worse the performance, the less money the players are entitled to.

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Watch: Highlights From Round 2 of the Masters Tournament 2024

The second round of the Masters Tournament has unfolded at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, USA, and sports fans are already seeking PGA Tour Highlights and Masters Tournament Highlights. The leaderboard shows a thrilling tie at the top as Max Homa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Scottie Scheffler, all from the USA, hold position one with a total score of -6. Danish Nicolai Højgaard, with -4, secures the solo fourth place. Tied for the fifth position are Cameron Davis of Australia and Collin Morikawa of the USA, each with a total score of -3.

While absolute passion and the love for golf drive the players, an incentive remains the substantial prize money the Masters Tournament offers. However, the details concerning the exact total will not be disclosed here.

A video compilation is readily available for enthusiasts seeking a visual grasp of the events, focusing on the Masters Tournament Highlights.

Bear in mind that the golf tournament concludes following round four. As the players continue their journey on the green, everyone awaits the crowning of the Masters Tournament champion.

The Masters Tournament 2024: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

The Masters Tournament – a long tradition

The US Masters Tournament 2024 from April 11 to 15 will make the hearts of many golf fans beat faster. In 2023, Jon Rahm triumphed at Augusta National Golf Club and secured his second Major title.

The US Masters Tournament in Augusta is the first of the four annual major tournaments in professional golf. It always takes place in April and always on the same golf course – Augusta National in Georgia, USA. The tournament was founded by Bobby Jones in 1934 and has been held every year since then, except for 1943-1945 when it was canceled due to the Second World War. In 2020, it was postponed to November due to the coronavirus pandemic, making it the last major of the year. Since 2021, the Masters has been held again – as usual – in April.