Scottie Scheffler Leads Masters By 3 Strokes Entering Final Round

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler holds a commanding three-shot lead at the 2026 Masters Tournament after shooting a 5-under 67 in Saturday's third round at Augusta National. The 29-year-old Texan sits at 12-under par heading into Sunday's final round, positioning himself for his second green jacket in three years.

Scheffler's steady performance has captivated golf fans nationwide as the Masters reaches its climax this weekend. His nearest competitors, including rising star Will Zalatoris and veteran Justin Thomas, trail at 9-under in what remains one of golf's most prestigious events.

The tournament is trending across US sports media as Scheffler attempts to cement his status as golf's dominant player. ESPN and Golf Channel reported record Saturday viewership numbers, with many tuning in to see if anyone can challenge Scheffler's consistency on Augusta's treacherous greens.

Augusta National's chairman Fred Ridley praised the course conditions during Saturday's press conference, noting the “perfect balance” of challenge and fairness. Scheffler credited his putting improvements since working with coach Phil Kenyon last offseason for his current position.

Sunday's final round begins at 10:15 AM ET with featured groups starting at 2:15 PM ET on CBS. Tournament officials expect ideal scoring conditions with partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 70 degrees.

A Scheffler victory would mark his sixth PGA Tour win in the past 14 months, extending his lead in the FedEx Cup standings. The Dallas native previously won the 2024 Masters by four strokes before finishing runner-up last year.

Sportsbooks currently list Scheffler as a -250 favorite to win, with Zalatoris at +450 and Thomas at +800 according to DraftKings. The final pairing of Scheffler and Zalatoris tees off at 2:55 PM ET Sunday in what promises to be a dramatic conclusion to golf's first major of 2026.