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Shane Lowry Aces Sixth Hole at Masters, Takes Share of Lead

Irish star holes out at par-3 sixth for his second ace in Masters history. Incredible shot puts Lowry in contention on final day.

Irish star holes out at par-3 sixth for his second ace in Masters history. Incredible shot puts Lowry in contention on final day.

Shane Lowry delivered one of the most memorable shots of the Masters Tournament on Sunday when he holed his tee shot at the sixth hole, a 190-yard par-3, to move into a tie for second place in the final round at Augusta National.

The shot from the Irish golfer marked the seventh hole-in-one in Masters history at the sixth hole and the second ace of Lowry’s Masters career. He previously recorded an eagle-two at the same hole 16 years ago, making him one of an elite group of players to record multiple aces at Augusta National.

Moment of Magic at Augusta

The gallery erupted in applause as Lowry’s ball found the cup, acknowledging one of golf’s greatest rarities. Harris English, who was playing nearby, even acknowledged the brilliant shot by bowing in Lowry’s direction on the adjacent green.

Lowry’s impressive Masters resume extends beyond his performances in Georgia. Throughout his professional career, the Irishman has produced several iconic holes-in-one, including shots at the seventh hole at Pebble Beach and the 17th at TPC Sawgrass. More recently, he added another ace during competition in Houston just weeks before arriving at Augusta.

Final Round Drama

The hole-in-one injection of confidence came at a crucial moment in the final round as Lowry positioned himself among the tournament leaders heading into the closing holes. At Augusta National, where every stroke carries significant weight, the eagle on the par-3 sixth proved exactly what Lowry needed to stay in contention.

The moment exemplified the unpredictable drama that makes the Masters one of golf’s most cherished championships, where a single perfect swing can alter the entire complexion of a tournament.

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