Scottie Scheffler Wins 2026 Masters In Dramatic Final Round

Scottie Scheffler Wins 2026 Masters In Dramatic Final Round...

Scottie Scheffler claimed his second Masters title on Sunday, overcoming a fierce challenge from rising star Tom Kim to win by two strokes at Augusta National. The world No. 1 closed with a 4-under 68, finishing at 14-under for the tournament as thousands of fans erupted in celebration around the 18th green.

The victory makes Scheffler just the 18th player to win multiple Masters, adding to his 2022 triumph. The 29-year-old Texan held off a charging Kim, who birdied three of his final five holes but couldn't catch the steady Scheffler. Tournament officials presented the green jacket shortly after Scheffler tapped in for par on the final hole.

This year's Masters had extra significance as the first major played since Tiger Woods' emotional retirement last fall. Scheffler's win continues American dominance at Augusta - U.S. players have now won eight of the last ten Masters. The final round drew record TV ratings for ESPN and CBS, with peak viewership during the back-nine duel.

Social media exploded after Scheffler's victory, with #SchefflerMasters trending nationwide. Fans particularly praised his clutch 35-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th that essentially sealed the win. President Biden tweeted congratulations, calling it "a masterclass in pressure golf."

Scheffler earned $3.24 million from the tournament's $20 million purse, the largest in Masters history. He told reporters afterward: "This one means even more than the first. The way Tom pushed me today - that's what this tournament is about." The champion will defend his title next April when the Masters returns to its traditional early spring date.