Smooth 0-5 for me today. And for this you will get my round four picks absolutely free!
The 2026 Masters Tournament, April 9–12, Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia
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Sunday:
Scheffler(-140) over McIlroy
Hatton(-113) over Koepka
Henley(-115) over Knapp
GL
Scheffler(-140) over McIlroy
Hatton(-113) over Koepka
Henley(-115) over Knapp
GL
I like the plays but Hatton/Koepka seems like a coin flip. Conditions are usually good for scoring on Sundays so Hatton shouldn't be losing his mind....but we'll see. Good luck, sir.
- Sep 24, 2005
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Why Sundays often produce low scores at the Masters:
Augusta National typically plays softer and more inviting in the final round.
Calmer weather and receptive greens make birdies more attainable.
Players are forced into attack mode, especially those chasing the lead.
Officials still retain full control and can quickly make conditions tougher if needed.
Big picture:
Sunday at the Masters is designed to create drama—rewarding bold play, encouraging leaderboard movement, and setting up a compelling finish where scoring swings are possible until the final holes.
- Sep 24, 2005
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The current leaderboard for the 2026 Masters features players with contrasting recent final-round histories, ranging from historic comebacks to recent late-round collapses.
Final Round Performance Analysis
Player Recent Final Round Form (When in Contention)Key Recent HiHighlights
Cameron YoungDeveloping a reputation for massive final-round surges; recently won the Players Championship with a dominant Sunday performance.Overcame an 8-shot deficit during Round 3 at Augusta to tie for the lead.
Rory McIlroyHighly volatile when leading; famously won the 2025 Masters with a historic Sunday, but blew a 6-shot lead in Round 3 yesterday.Won the 2025 Masters to complete the Career Grand Slam.
Sam BurnsKnown as a "comeback artist"; has a history of erasing massive deficits (e.g., 7 shots) on Sundays.Won the 2022 Charles Schwab Challenge by overcoming a 7-shot final-round deficit.
Shane LowryStruggling with late-round pressure recently; has "blown" multiple late leads in 2026 already.Lost the 2026 Cognizant Classic after hitting two balls in the water on the final three holes.
Justin RoseCurrently in peak final-round form; reliable and steady when protecting or chasing a lead.Secured a wire-to-wire, 7-shot victory at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open with a dominant Sunday.
Scottie SchefflerThe most consistent "closer" in the field; often cards the lowest round of the day when surging into contention.Shot a flawless 7-under 65 on Saturday to move into striking distance.
Patrick ReedResilient Sunday performer; recently found winning form again on international tours.Won the 2026 Qatar Masters with a clutch back-nine performance in February.
Patrick CantlayA "Sunday 64" specialist; known for putting up elite numbers to overtake leaders rather than holding leads.Successfully defended his BMW Championship title with a clutch birdie on the 17th hole.
Haotong LiHistorically strong in final rounds of majors (e.g., 63 at The Open), but has struggled to maintain 36 or 54-hole leads.Holds the record for the best major finish by a Chinese player after a final-round 63 at the British Open.
Jason DayHas regained his "winning mentality" on Sundays after swing changes; very aggressive under pressure.Won the AT&T Byron Nelson in 2023 with a balanced, high-efficiency final round.
Final Round Performance Analysis
Player Recent Final Round Form (When in Contention)Key Recent HiHighlights
Cameron YoungDeveloping a reputation for massive final-round surges; recently won the Players Championship with a dominant Sunday performance.Overcame an 8-shot deficit during Round 3 at Augusta to tie for the lead.
Rory McIlroyHighly volatile when leading; famously won the 2025 Masters with a historic Sunday, but blew a 6-shot lead in Round 3 yesterday.Won the 2025 Masters to complete the Career Grand Slam.
Sam BurnsKnown as a "comeback artist"; has a history of erasing massive deficits (e.g., 7 shots) on Sundays.Won the 2022 Charles Schwab Challenge by overcoming a 7-shot final-round deficit.
Shane LowryStruggling with late-round pressure recently; has "blown" multiple late leads in 2026 already.Lost the 2026 Cognizant Classic after hitting two balls in the water on the final three holes.
Justin RoseCurrently in peak final-round form; reliable and steady when protecting or chasing a lead.Secured a wire-to-wire, 7-shot victory at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open with a dominant Sunday.
Scottie SchefflerThe most consistent "closer" in the field; often cards the lowest round of the day when surging into contention.Shot a flawless 7-under 65 on Saturday to move into striking distance.
Patrick ReedResilient Sunday performer; recently found winning form again on international tours.Won the 2026 Qatar Masters with a clutch back-nine performance in February.
Patrick CantlayA "Sunday 64" specialist; known for putting up elite numbers to overtake leaders rather than holding leads.Successfully defended his BMW Championship title with a clutch birdie on the 17th hole.
Haotong LiHistorically strong in final rounds of majors (e.g., 63 at The Open), but has struggled to maintain 36 or 54-hole leads.Holds the record for the best major finish by a Chinese player after a final-round 63 at the British Open.
Jason DayHas regained his "winning mentality" on Sundays after swing changes; very aggressive under pressure.Won the AT&T Byron Nelson in 2023 with a balanced, high-efficiency final round.
I strongly dislike any female commentating male sporting events with Dottie Pepper being the exception. She says something informative, and gets out of the way. 👍
