Masters Final Round: McIlroy, Young Tied at -11

Augusta National is set for a dramatic final round at the 2026 Masters on April 12, with Rory McIlroy and Cameron Young sharing the lead at 11 under par. What appeared to be McIlroy's tournament to lose after the second round has turned into a wide-open contest following a stunning Saturday collapse.

McIlroy's Lead Evaporates

McIlroy entered the third round holding a commanding six-shot lead, seemingly cruising toward the one major championship that has eluded him throughout his career. Instead, he posted a 1-over-par round that left the Augusta galleries stunned. His struggles opened the door for the rest of the field, transforming what looked like a coronation into a genuine competition.

Young's Sensational Surge

Cameron Young seized the opportunity with a blistering 7-under-par 65 in the third round, vaulting into a tie for the lead. Young's Saturday performance contributed to what officials confirmed was the lowest-scoring third round in Masters history, as multiple players took advantage of favorable conditions to post low numbers.

Packed Leaderboard

The final round promises intense competition with a stacked leaderboard. Sam Burns sits just one shot back at 10 under, while Shane Lowry lurks at 9 under. Jason Day and Justin Rose are tied at 8 under, and defending champion Scottie Scheffler has been climbing steadily up the standings. For McIlroy, the stakes could not be higher — the Masters remains the only major he needs to complete the career Grand Slam, a feat that would cement his place among golf's all-time greats.