The 89th Edition of the Masters: A Spectacular Start at Augusta

The 89th Masters Tournament has officially teed off, marking the start of this prestigious golfing event at the renowned Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. Thursday morning’s opening was graced by the traditional ceremonial tee shots from legends Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Tom Watson. The battle for the illustrious green jacket is now in full swing.

Scottie Scheffler enters the tournament as the frontrunner to retain his title, following his impressive victory there last year. The world’s top-ranked golfer dominated the field with a four-stroke lead over Ludvig Åberg and others, securing his second Masters win. This season, Scheffler has maintained his remarkable form with three top-10 finishes, including a second-place result at the Texas Children’s Houston Open.

Rory McIlroy is positioned with the second-best odds, although his quest for a major title has faced hurdles since his last victory in 2014. This week, the competition also includes 12 members from LIV Golf, notably featuring 2023 champion Jon Rahm. Keep an eye on Yahoo Sports for real-time updates and the latest highlights from Augusta National Golf Club.