Scheffler, McIlroy chase history as Masters set for stormy start

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays his shot from the first tee during a practice round prior to the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. AFPAUGUSTA—Thunderstorms are forecast to disrupt the start of the 88th Masters at Augusta National on Thursday as world number one Scottie Scheffler and second-ranked Rory McIlroy tee off in a dream first-round pairing.

However Masters organizers said late Wednesday that gate openings for Thursday’s first round would be delayed due to weather, a clear sign that play will also be held up. “Sometimes you just have to take the conservative route and be a little more disciplined and patient.” The feature trio is scheduled to tee off Thursday at 10:42 a.m. , 12 minutes after Spain’s defending champion Jon Rahm, England’s Matt Fitzpatrick and 20-year-old American Nick Dunlap.

A group behind them are 2023 Open Championship winner Brian Harman, 2023 PGA Championship winner Brooks Koepka and South Korean Tom Kim.

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