The first round of the 2025 Masters Tournament is officially underway, and fans were treated to a thrilling start at Augusta National Golf Club.
With picture-perfect conditions and fierce competition, Day 1 of golf’s most prestigious major gave us a leaderboard packed with surprises and standout performances.
Here’s your full 2025 Masters Tournament Round 1 recap.
Justin Rose delivered a masterclass on Thursday with a 7-under-par 65. That put him at the top of the 2025 Masters leaderboard, setting the tone early.
Rose made seven birdies, no bogeys, and looked completely dialed in. This marks his fifth time leading after Round 1 at Augusta—a new Masters record.
He now carries momentum into Round 2 with eyes on his first green jacket.
Scottie Scheffler, the 2024 champion and world number one, showed why he’s still a favorite. His 4-under 68 was controlled and clean.
Scheffler hit fairways, found greens, and converted birdie chances. His 2025 Masters Round 1 performance keeps him within striking distance of Rose.
Back-to-back wins are rare at Augusta. But Scheffler is in the perfect position to chase history.
Swedish rookie Ludvig Åberg impressed in his Masters Tournament debut, firing a confident 68 (-4).
His play was calm and precise, especially for someone new to Augusta’s unique pressure. Åberg’s name near the top of the leaderboard has fans and analysts buzzing.
Can this young star maintain pace into the weekend?
Rory McIlroy looked ready to finally complete his career Grand Slam, starting the round hot at 4-under through 14.
But Augusta’s back nine bit him hard. Bogeys at 15 and 17 dragged him back to even-par 72.
He’s not out of contention—but Rory needs a low round Friday to keep the dream alive.
Golf legend Fred Couples, at 65, reminded everyone why Augusta is a special place.
His 1-under 71 included an electric eagle on the 14th hole, sparking loud cheers from the gallery.
Couples became one of the oldest players to shoot under par at the Masters. Even if he doesn’t contend, he’s already delivered a highlight worth remembering.
All eyes were on Tiger Woods as he made yet another Masters appearance.
Unfortunately, his body looked stiff, and his rhythm was off. Tiger finished over par, visibly uncomfortable on Augusta’s hilly terrain.
Still, fans showed unwavering support for the five-time Masters champ. Whether he makes the cut or not, Tiger’s presence is always electric.
Here are the top scores after Thursday’s action:
Justin Rose – 65 (-7)
Scottie Scheffler – 68 (-4)
Ludvig Åberg – 68 (-4)
Corey Conners – 68 (-4)
Several tied at -3 and -2
The competition is tight, and with Augusta’s unpredictable layout, anything can happen over the next three rounds.
Thursday brought ideal weather conditions at Augusta National Golf Club—sunshine, light breeze, and firm greens.
The greens rolled fast, and pin positions were challenging but fair. Augusta rewarded smart, disciplined play.
Expect tougher setups heading into Masters Moving Day (Saturday).
As always, the Masters cut line adds pressure heading into Friday. Only the top 50 players and ties will advance to the weekend.
Players like Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, and Dustin Johnson will need sharp rounds to stay in it.
What to watch in Round 2:
Can Rose maintain his lead?
Will McIlroy rebound?
Will Åberg continue to surprise?
The opening round of the 2025 Masters Tournament was filled with highlights, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments.
Justin Rose leads. Scheffler and Åberg are chasing. Rory McIlroy still has a shot.
And Augusta, as always, delivered the magic.
Round 2 is next—and you won’t want to miss it.
Disclaimer: This article is for news and informational purposes only. For real-time scores and official updates, visit Masters.com.
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