Masters 2026: How Many Golfers Made The Cut At Augusta?

Masters 2026: How Many Golfers Made The Cut At Augusta?...

The 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National reached a critical milestone Friday evening as the 36-hole cut line was finalized, eliminating nearly half the field. Only the top 50 players (plus ties) advanced to the weekend, a standard that left several big names packing their bags early. The cut rule, unchanged since 2020, ensures a competitive weekend while maintaining the event's exclusivity.

This year's cut fell at 4-over-par, allowing 52 players to continue competing for the green jacket. Among those who missed the mark were former champion Jordan Spieth (+6) and rising star Min Woo Lee (+5), sparking disappointment among fans. The tight leaderboard saw just 10 strokes separate the projected cut line from tournament leader Scottie Scheffler (-6) entering Saturday.

The topic is trending today as weekend television coverage begins, with casual fans checking which players remain in contention. CBS and ESPN saw a 22% increase in streaming traffic Friday evening as viewers tracked the live cut updates. Augusta National's official app also reported record traffic during the pivotal second round.

Notable survivors include Tiger Woods, who made his 24th consecutive Masters cut at age 50, and amateur standout Nick Dunlap at even par. The reduced field sets up a dramatic moving day, with only 11 strokes currently separating first place from last among remaining competitors. Weekend weather forecasts predicting rain could further test the remaining players' resilience.