The Masters - Round 1 - askingforeafriend.blog

Morning: Cool start in the upper 40s to low 50s °F
Midday: Warming into the upper 60s and low 70s °F
Afternoon high: Around 73°F , mostly sunny
Sky conditions: Clear to mostly sunny throughout the day
Rain: None
Wind: Light to moderate ~10–15 mph early, easing later

The first round of The Masters Tournament has begun, and Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club brought a mix of skill, tension, and surprises.

As the leaderboard starts to form, it’s worth noting that Thursday is more about setting up for the rest of the tournament than winning outright. Still, a few early stories are already taking shape.

In the first round, both the expected favorites and some unexpected names appeared near the top of the leaderboard.

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy came in as favorites and showed why they’re seen as top contenders. Their solid play from tee to green and steady iron shots kept them in good scoring positions all day. Experienced players took advantage of softer morning conditions, posting low scores and increasing pressure on the field for Friday.

Course Conditions

The first round at Augusta National Golf Club was played in almost perfect weather—calm, dry, and gradually warming. While there were no big weather changes, the firm course and light winds still had a noticeable effect on the leaderboard.

Early spring in Augusta, Georgia, gave players just the kind of weather they hoped for on Thursday: