The Masters tournament at Augusta National is in full swing, and as the competition heats up, players are vying to make the cut and secure their spot for the weekend. But what exactly is the cut rule at The Masters?
The cut rule at The Masters is simple: the low 50 players, plus any player tied with the 50th player, qualify to play the final two rounds at Augusta National. This means that only the top performers will continue on to compete for the coveted green jacket.
As for this year’s tournament, the cut line early on Friday stood at +2 and better. However, with windy and dry conditions expected to impact play, the cut line may shift before the day is over. Players will need to bring their A-game to ensure they make the cut and continue their pursuit of Masters glory.
The cut at The Masters was first instituted in 1957, with the top 40 plus ties making the cut. Over the years, the cut rule has evolved, with the current rule being the low 50 players and ties, along with those within 10 strokes of the leader. Notable players who missed the cut in 2023 included Justin Thomas, Rory McIlroy, and Bryson DeChambeau.
Jack Nicklaus holds the record for the most cuts made at Augusta National, with 37 cuts during his career. Fred Couples and Gary Player follow closely behind. Tiger Woods, who has made 24 consecutive cuts at The Masters, will be looking to set a new record this year.
As players battle it out on the iconic course, the pressure is on to make the cut and continue their quest for Masters glory. Stay tuned to see who will be playing the weekend at Augusta National.