How to watch the Masters 2026: Round 3 schedule, tee times, Rory McIlroy's big lead

Last year, Augusta National stood as Rory McIlroy’s elusive final quest — the daunting omission in his career Grand Slam bid. This year, it looks like his comfort zone.The Masters’ reigning champion is off to an idyllic start at 12 under par. His six-stroke lead through two rounds is a tournament record. McIlroy now tries to become the fourth player ever with back-to-back green jackets. Those chasing his lead include Americans Sam Burns and Patrick Reed, Englishmen Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood, and Ireland’s Shane Lowry.Advertisement