The 2026 Masters field consists of 91 players. This exclusive roster is comprised of past champions, recent major winners, top performers from the 2025 PGA season, and the top 50 players in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) as of March 30, 2026. The field is headlined by defending champion Scottie Scheffler, world #1 Rory McIlroy, and 2023 champion Jon Rahm. Notably, the 2026 field includes 22 Masters debutants and 7 amateurs who earned their spots through international amateur championships.
Last updated: April 9, 2026
The “Not Playing” List (The Big Absences)
The 2026 Masters will be missing some of the biggest names in the history of the sport.
- Tiger Woods: Withdrew following a late-March DUI charge in Florida; currently seeking treatment and stepping away from the game.
- Phil Mickelson: The three-time champion is also not listed in the 2026 competitive field due to a personal, family matter.
- Bernhard Langer: Sidelined due to a torn Achilles tendon.
- Angel Cabrera: While he has returned to professional golf, visa issues have reportedly kept the 2009 champion out of the 2026 field.
The 2026 Masters Field (As of April 9th)
The Masters field is one of the most exclusive in sports. Below is the current list of players who have qualified and accepted their invitations to Augusta.
| Player Name | Country | Qualification Category |
| Ludvig Åberg | Sweden | Top 12 Masters, OWGR Top 50 |
| Daniel Berger | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Akshay Bhatia | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Keegan Bradley | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Michael Brennan | USA | Major Top 4, OWGR Top 50 |
| Jacob Bridgeman | USA | PGA Tour Winner (Debut) |
| Sam Burns | USA | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Ángel Cabrera | Argentina | Past Champion |
| Brian Campbell | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Patrick Cantlay | USA | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Wyndham Clark | USA | U.S. Open Champion |
| Corey Conners | Canada | Top 12 Masters |
| Fred Couples | USA | Past Champion |
| Jason Day | Australia | Top 12 Masters |
| Bryson DeChambeau | USA | U.S. Open Champion |
| Nicolas Echavarria | Colombia | PGA Tour Winner |
| Harris English | USA | Top 12 Masters |
| Ethan Fang (a) | USA | Amateur Champion |
| Matt Fitzpatrick | England | U.S. Open Champion |
| Tommy Fleetwood | England | PGA Tour Winner |
| Ryan Fox | New Zealand | PGA Tour Winner |
| Sergio García | Spain | Past Champion |
| Ryan Gerard | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Chris Gotterup | USA | Open Championship Top 4 |
| Max Greyserman | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Ben Griffin | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Harry Hall | England | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Brian Harman | USA | Open Champion |
| Tyrrell Hatton | England | U.S. Open Top 4 |
| Russell Henley | USA | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Jackson Herrington (a) | USA | U.S. Amateur Runner-up |
| Nicolai Højgaard | Denmark | OWGR Top 50 |
| Rasmus Højgaard | Denmark | OWGR Top 50 |
| Brandon Holtz (a) | USA | U.S. Mid-Amateur Champion |
| Max Homa | USA | Top 12 Masters |
| Viktor Hovland | Norway | U.S. Open Top 4 |
| Mason Howell (a) | USA | U.S. Amateur Champion |
| Sungjae Im | Korea | Top 12 Masters |
| Casey Jarvis | South Africa | OWGR Top 50 |
| Dustin Johnson | USA | Past Champion |
| Zach Johnson | USA | Past Champion |
| Naoyuki Kataoka | Japan | Japan Open Champion |
| John Keefer | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Michael Kim | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Si Woo Kim | Korea | OWGR Top 50 |
| Kurt Kitayama | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Jake Knapp | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Brooks Koepka | USA | PGA Champion |
| Fifa Laopakdee (a) | Thailand | Asia-Pacific Amateur Champion |
| Min Woo Lee | Australia | OWGR Top 50 |
| Haotong Li | China | Open Championship Top 4 |
| Shane Lowry | Ireland | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Robert MacIntyre | Scotland | U.S. Open Top 4 |
| Hideki Matsuyama | Japan | Past Champion |
| Matt McCarty | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Rory McIlroy | Northern Ireland | Past Champion |
| Tom McKibbin | Northern Ireland | Hong Kong Open Champion |
| Maverick McNealy | USA | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Collin Morikawa | USA | Open Champion |
| Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen | Denmark | OWGR Top 50 |
| Alex Noren | Sweden | OWGR Top 50 |
| Andrew Novak | USA | 2025 Tour Championship |
| José María Olazábal | Spain | Past Champion |
| Carlos Ortiz | Mexico | U.S. Open Top 4 |
| Marco Penge | England | Spanish Open Champion |
| Aldrich Potgieter | South Africa | PGA Tour Winner |
| Mateo Pulcini (a) | Argentina | Latin America Amateur Champion |
| Jon Rahm | Spain | Past Champion |
| Aaron Rai | England | OWGR Top 50 |
| Patrick Reed | USA | Past Champion |
| Kristoffer Reitan | Norway | OWGR Top 50 |
| Davis Riley | USA | PGA Championship Top 4 |
| Justin Rose | England | Top 12 Masters |
| Xander Schauffele | USA | Open Champion |
| Scottie Scheffler | USA | Defending Champion |
| Charl Schwartzel | South Africa | Past Champion |
| Adam Scott | Australia | Past Champion |
| Vijay Singh | Fiji | Past Champion |
| Cameron Smith | Australia | Open Champion |
| J.J. Spaun | USA | U.S. Open Champion |
| Jordan Spieth | USA | Past Champion |
| Samuel Stevens | USA | OWGR Top 50 |
| Sepp Straka | Austria | PGA Tour Winner |
| Nick Taylor | Canada | 2025 Tour Championship |
| Justin Thomas | USA | PGA Champion |
| Sami Välimäki | Finland | OWGR Top 50 |
| Bubba Watson | USA | Past Champion |
| Mike Weir | Canada | Past Champion |
| Danny Willett | England | Past Champion |
| Gary Woodland | USA | PGA Tour Winner |
| Cameron Young | USA | Players Champion |
Past Champions (Lifetime Invitation)
- Scottie Scheffler (2024)
- Jon Rahm (2023)
- Dustin Johnson (2020)
- Tiger Woods (1997, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2019) – Status: Uncertain
- Phil Mickelson (2004, 2006, 2010)
- Hideki Matsuyama (2021)
Recent Major Winners (5-Year Exemption)
- Bryson DeChambeau (2024 U.S. Open)
- Xander Schauffele (2024 PGA Championship)
- Brooks Koepka (2023 PGA Championship)
- Wyndham Clark (2023 U.S. Open)
The Top 50 OWGR (Masters Qualifiers)
Here’s the top 50 OWGR golfers that qualify for the Masters. We’ll confirm the final list of players once we are closer to Master’s week kicking off for you.
The LIV Golf vs. PGA Tour Tracker: 2026 Masters Invitees
One of the most anticipated storylines heading into Augusta is the showdown between the PGA Tour’s best and the stars of LIV Golf. For the 2026 Masters, 13 LIV golfers have officially qualified and been invited to the field. This group is headlined by defending champion Jon Rahm, along with multi-major winners Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson, and Cameron Smith. Despite the ongoing divide in professional golf, the Masters remains one of the few stages where both sides of the aisle compete head-to-head. Fans should keep a close eye on Joaquin Niemann and Tyrrell Hatton, both of whom have shown elite form on the LIV circuit this spring and are high-value contenders to challenge for the Green Jacket.
Masters Field: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Tiger Woods playing in the 2026 Masters? No. Tiger Woods has officially withdrawn from the 2026 Masters field. Following his arrest on suspicion of DUI in late March, Woods has been granted permission by a judge to seek treatment and will not compete at Augusta National this year.
Is Phil Mickelson playing in the 2026 Masters? No. Phil Mickelson is not in the 2026 field. “Lefty” issued a statement confirming he would be taking an extended period of time away from the game to navigate a personal health matter with his family.
How many players are in the 2026 Masters field? The final field for the 2026 Masters consists of 91 players. This is one of the smallest fields in recent history, primarily due to several high-profile withdrawals and the strict qualification criteria for LIV Golf participants.
How many LIV Golfers are in the 2026 Masters? There are 13 LIV Golf players in the 2026 field. This group includes defending champion Jon Rahm, along with major winners like Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson, and Cameron Smith.
Who was the last player to qualify for the 2026 Masters? Akshay Bhatia was the final player to secure a spot in the field. He earned his invitation by winning the Valero Texas Open on Sunday, April 5, the final qualifying event before the tournament begins.
What are the 2026 Masters dates? The tournament officially begins on Thursday, April 9, and concludes on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Practice rounds and the Par 3 Contest take place from April 6–8.
Who is the youngest player in the 2026 Masters? Amateur Mason Howell, the reigning U.S. Amateur champion, is among the youngest competitors in the 2026 field.
How many past champions are playing in 2026? 18 past champions are scheduled to compete, including multi-time winners like Scottie Scheffler, Hideki Matsuyama, and Dustin Johnson.
Which players are making their Masters debut? 22 players are making their debut, including high-ranking rookies Jacob Bridgeman, Ben Griffin, and Chris Gotterup.
More 2026 Masters Coverage
- 2026 Masters Schedule & TV Guide – How to watch on CBS, ESPN, and Amazon Prime.
- Printable Masters Scorecard – Download our hole-by-hole tracker.
