The Masters golf LIVE: Odds, tee times and latest updates as storms threaten to delay start at Augusta
The first men’s golf major of the year has arrived as the best players in the world descend on Augusta National for The Masters, although storms are threatening to delay the start of day one.
Twelve months after pulling on the famous green jacket for the first time following an emotional victory dedicated to his hero Seve Ballesteros, Jon Rahm returns to defend his title with intrigue added by his blockbuster defection to the breakaway LIV Golf series.
Negotiations continue between the PGA Tour and LIV’s Saudi Arabian backers over a possible partnership but, for now, all eyes will be on the course as Rahm and his fellow rebels such as the always-dangerous Brooks Koepka take on those who have remained on Tour. They include the likes of 2022 winner and this year’s dominant player Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy in pursuit of a career grand slam and the Augusta-suited Jordan Spieth.
Golf legend Tiger Woods is set to play and says he’s targeting “one more green jacket” to take him to 16 major titles despite the pain he faces on the vast majority of shots at Augusta.
Follow live coverage of all the action below and get our tips for the winner here and the best special bets to target here:
Everything you need to know about the Masters
The best golfers in the world descend on Augusta for The Masters, the first men’s major of the year. Twelve months on from pulling on the famous green jacket, Jon Rahm returns to defend his title with intrigue added by his blockbuster defection to the breakaway LIV Golf series.
Negotiations continue between the PGA Tour and LIV’s Saudi Arabian backers over a possible partnership but for now, all eyes will be on the course as Rahm and his fellow rebels take on those who have remained on Tour. They include 2022 winner Scottie Scheffler, the dominant player in men’s golf this year and the favourite for victory.
Here’s how to watch and everything you need to know:
Luke Baker11 April 2024 09:35
Masters tee times – round one
Selected Masters round one tee times
First group – 1300: Erik van Rooyen, Jake Knapp
1348: Gary Woodland, Thorbjorn Olsen, Bryson DeChambeau
1436: Phil Mickelson, Sepp Straka, Tony Finau
1518: Hideki Matsuyama, Will Zalatoris, Justin Thomas
1530: Jon Rahm, Matt Fitzpatrick, Nick Dunlap
1542: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele
1554: Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, Cameron Smith
1800: Keegan Bradley, Matthieu Pavon, Tyrrell Hatton
1824: Tiger Woods, Jason Day, Max Homa
1836: Brian Harman, Brooks Koepka, Tom Kim
1848: Jordan Spieth, Ludvig Åberg, Sahith Theegala
Final group – 1900: Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa, Tommy Fleetwood
Luke Baker11 April 2024 09:29
Golf’s civil war casts long shadow as Rory McIlroy aims to finally slay Masters demon
Sometimes in sport, it’s the near miss, followed by the bravery of getting up to go again, only to miss out once more that leaves the most indelible emotional mark. The repeated hope and optimism, crushed every time, often in increasingly cruel ways, until there are no more chances left.
Read Luke Baker’s full preview ahead of day one of the Masters:
Luke Baker11 April 2024 09:20
The Masters weather forecast as storms set to disrupt opening round at Augusta
Sadly, some bad news to bring you first up – the weather isn’t playing ball in Georgia.
The start of the 2024 Masters tournament is set to be disrupted by storms and adverse weather ahead of the opening tee off time at Augusta National on Thursday.
Heavy overnight and early morning rain is expected to soak the course after three dry practice days with conditions predicted to worsen from 6am local time or 11am in the UK.
On Wednesday tournament organisers released a statement on The Masters’ website which reads: “Due to forecasted weather on Thursday, we have decided to delay all gate openings in the morning. All Masters free parking will be closed until further notice while gate openings are delayed. Further updates will be shared no later than 5am via Masters.com and social channels.”
Luke Baker11 April 2024 09:09
The Masters 2024
Welcome to The Independent’s live coverage of The 2024 Masters from Augusta.
The first men’s golf major of the year gets underway today and we’re here to bring you all the action from what promises to be a fascinating tournament.
As ever, there are so many storylines competing for attention at the event, so stick with us and we’ll bring you everything that matters.
Luke Baker11 April 2024 09:08
