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Expert tips, odds and predictions for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National. Scheffler favourite, McIlroy defending. Four Australians in the field.

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The Masters 2026 | Betting Tips, Odds & Predictions

The 2026 Masters Tournament took place from April 9–12 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. Rory McIlroy successfully defended his title, winning at -14 (272) to become only the fourth player to win consecutive Masters titles, joining Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods.

At BettingPro, our golf experts provide Masters betting tips, odds analysis and predictions for every round of the tournament. Whether you are backing the favourites, hunting for each-way value, or building a same game multi, our coverage has you covered.

Tee times confirmed: See our full Masters 2026 tee times in AEST with featured groups and Australian player pairings.

 

🏆 RESULT: Rory McIlroy wins the 2026 Masters at -14 (272), going back-to-back! One shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler. See our full final round recap and rounds 1-3 results.

 

Masters 2026 Tournament Details

Detail Info
Dates April 9–12, 2026
Venue Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia
Par 72 (36 out, 36 in)
Yardage 7,545 yards
Field Size ~93 players (invitation only)
Defending Champion Rory McIlroy (2025, playoff over Justin Rose)
AU TV Coverage Fox Sports / Kayo Sports (live from early Friday AM AEST)
Cut Top 50 and ties after 36 holes

 

Australians at the Masters 2026

Four Australians are confirmed in the 2026 Masters field, continuing a proud tradition at Augusta National:

Adam Scott: Australia’s only Masters champion (2013) returns on his lifetime invitation. Now playing in his 98th consecutive major, Scott showed strong recent form with three top-21 finishes in his last four PGA Tour starts. His familiarity with Augusta is unmatched among the Australian contingent.

Cameron Smith: The 2022 Open champion qualifies via his recent major exemption. Smith racked up four top-10 finishes at the Masters between 2020 and 2024, including a memorable runner-up in 2020. His sublime short game is perfectly suited to Augusta’s slick greens, though he has missed the cut in each of his last five major starts — making him a fascinating value play.

Min Woo Lee: Making his fifth straight Masters appearance, Lee qualified via the year-end World Golf Ranking top-50 exemption. His best Masters result was a T14 on debut in 2022. The young West Australian continues to develop and is one of the most exciting talents in world golf.

Jason Day: The former world number one and perennial Masters contender. Day’s best finish at Augusta was a T2 in 2011, and his experience around the course makes him a live outsider for a top-20 finish.

Masters 2026 Odds & Favourites

The 2026 Masters odds market is headlined by Scottie Scheffler, who enters as the clear favourite. Here are the key contenders:

Player Odds Form
Scottie Scheffler +500 2024 Masters champion (by 4 strokes). Two-time winner at Augusta. World #1.
Rory McIlroy +1000 Defending champion. Won 2025 in playoff. Career Grand Slam complete. Will wear the green jacket.
Bryson DeChambeau +1000 Two-time US Open champion. Power game suits Augusta’s length.
Jon Rahm +1200 2023 Masters champion. Strong Augusta record.
Ludvig Ă…berg +1400 Rising star. T2 at 2024 Masters in just his second major start.
Xander Schauffele +1400 2024 PGA & Open champion. Two-time major winner in 2024.
Collin Morikawa +1800 Two-time major winner. Improving Augusta record.

 

For the latest Masters odds from Australian bookmakers, compare prices across Picklebet, Dabble, Neds, Ladbrokes and bet365.

Masters Betting Markets Explained

The Masters offers a wide range of betting markets beyond the outright winner. Here are the most popular options for Australian punters:

Outright Winner: Back a player to win the green jacket. The most popular Masters bet — placed before the tournament or during any round.

Each-Way Betting: Back a player to finish in the top 5 (or top 8 depending on the bookmaker). If they don’t win but finish in the place range, you collect a fraction of the win odds. Each-way is the bread and butter of golf betting.

Top 5 / Top 10 / Top 20 Finish: Predict a player to finish in the nominated position range. Lower risk than outright but shorter odds.

First Round Leader: Back a player to lead after the opening round on Thursday. A popular market for aggressive starters.

Nationality / Group Betting: Bet on the best-performing player from a specific country (e.g. top Australian) or from a nominated group of players.

Make/Miss Cut: Predict whether a player will make or miss the cut after 36 holes. The Masters cut is the top 50 and ties.

Head-to-Head Matchups: Two players are paired against each other — bet on who will finish with the lower score across the tournament or a single round.

Round Betting: Back a player to have the lowest score in a specific round (1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th round).

Augusta National Course Guide

Augusta National is one of the most iconic courses in world golf. Understanding its characteristics is essential for Masters betting:

Length: At 7,545 yards, Augusta rewards long hitters who can take advantage of the par-5s. Three of the four par-5s are reachable in two for the longest players, creating eagle opportunities.

Greens: Augusta’s greens are among the fastest and most contoured in championship golf. Players who excel on fast, undulating greens have a significant edge. This is why Cameron Smith — one of the best putters in the game — has historically performed well here.

Amen Corner: Holes 11, 12 and 13 (the famous Amen Corner) are where tournaments are won and lost. The short par-3 12th, with Rae’s Creek guarding the front, is the most dangerous hole on the course.

Key Holes: The par-5 13th and 15th offer birdie/eagle chances for long hitters, while the 12th and 16th (par 3s) demand precision. The closing stretch from 15 to 18 often produces dramatic finishes.

Weather: April weather in Augusta can be unpredictable. Wind and rain can dramatically change scoring conditions. Early morning and late afternoon tee times often face different wind patterns.

Best Bookmakers for Masters Betting

All major Australian bookmakers offer comprehensive Masters betting markets. Our top picks:

  • Picklebet — Competitive outright and each-way odds
  • Dabble — Social betting, share Masters tips with mates
  • Neds — Great golf market depth, Neds Toolbox for form analysis
  • Ladbrokes — Extensive head-to-head and group betting markets
  • bet365 — Widest range of Masters markets globally, live streaming

For a full comparison, visit our best golf betting sites guide.

Masters Past Winners

Year Winner Country Score
2025 Rory McIlroy Northern Ireland -11 (playoff)
2024 Scottie Scheffler USA -11
2023 Jon Rahm Spain -12
2022 Scottie Scheffler USA -10
2021 Hideki Matsuyama Japan -10
2020 Dustin Johnson USA -20
2019 Tiger Woods USA -13
2018 Patrick Reed USA -15
2017 Sergio Garcia Spain -9 (playoff)
2016 Danny Willett England -5
2015 Jordan Spieth USA -18
2014 Bubba Watson USA -8
2013 Adam Scott Australia -9 (playoff)

 

Masters 2026 Tips & Predictions

Our Masters betting tips will be published ahead of the first round on Thursday, April 9. Each preview includes outright winner picks, each-way selections, top Australian predictions, and same game multi suggestions.

Key factors our tipsters consider for the 2026 Masters:

  • Augusta form: Players with strong track records at Augusta tend to repeat. Scheffler (2 wins), McIlroy (defending), Rahm (2023 winner) and Smith (four top-10s) all fit this profile.
  • Current form: Performance in the weeks leading into the Masters is a strong indicator. Check PGA Tour results from the Players Championship and Arnold Palmer Invitational for form guides.
  • Driving distance: Long hitters who can reach the par-5s in two have a statistical advantage at Augusta. Scheffler, DeChambeau and Rahm are all elite drivers.
  • Putting on fast greens: Augusta’s greens separate the field. Players who rank highly in strokes gained: putting on fast/stimp surfaces are the ones to back.

For all our golf betting tips, visit the golf hub.

How to Watch the Masters 2026 in Australia

Australian fans can watch the 2026 Masters live on Fox Sports and Kayo Sports. Due to the time difference (Augusta is AEST-14 hours), live coverage starts in the early hours of Friday morning AEST for Thursday’s first round.

Typical AEST broadcast times:

  • Featured Groups: From approximately 1:00am AEST
  • Main Coverage (Rounds 1-2): Approximately 4:00am – 10:00am AEST
  • Weekend Rounds (3-4): Approximately 4:00am – 8:00am AEST

Some bookmakers like bet365 also offer live streaming of selected golf tournaments with a funded account.

Masters 2026 FAQs

When is the Masters 2026?

The 2026 Masters runs from Thursday April 9 to Sunday April 12 at Augusta National Golf Club.

Who is the defending Masters champion?

Rory McIlroy won the 2025 and 2026 Masters back-to-back. His 2025 playoff victory over Justin Rose completed the career Grand Slam, and his 2026 win at -14 (272) gave him consecutive green jackets.

Which Australians are in the 2026 Masters?

Four Australians are in the field: Adam Scott (2013 champion, lifetime invite), Cameron Smith, Min Woo Lee and Jason Day.

What is the Masters cut line?

The Masters cut is the top 50 and ties after 36 holes (Friday). Players who miss the cut are eliminated from the weekend rounds.

What time does the Masters start in Australia?

Live coverage begins around 1:00am AEST on Fox Sports and Kayo, with main coverage from approximately 4:00am AEST.

Who is the favourite to win the 2026 Masters?

The 2026 Masters is complete. Rory McIlroy won at -14 (272), one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler (-13). This page will be updated with 2027 Masters odds when available.

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