2026 Masters Preview ⛳️ Expectations for Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy + Sleeper Picks

Episode 312, Apr 08, 01:04 PM

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are boots on the ground in Augusta for a full Masters preview episode, breaking down everything you need to know heading into the first major of the year.

From course conditions and weather impact to the player profiles most likely to contend, the guys dive deep into what it takes to win at Augusta National Golf Club. With firm greens, tricky winds, and premium iron play expected to be the difference, they analyze the key contenders and build the blueprint for a Masters champion.

Plus, reactions to JJ Spaun’s win, insight from players preparing on-site, and a data-driven breakdown of the names to watch this week.

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
2:12 JJ Spaun Wins at Valero
6:08 Masters Week Setup
9:42 Augusta Conditions
11:28 Weather Report
15:05 Wind + Strategy
18:20 Masters Winner Blueprint
21:15 Rory McIlroy
26:40 Scottie Scheffler
31:35 Bryson DeChambeau
36:50 Ludvig Åberg
41:55 Xander Schauffele
46:10 Patrick Reed
50:25 Tommy Fleetwood
54:10 Matt Fitzpatrick
58:05 Collin Morikawa
62:20 Other Contenders
67:10 Sleeper Picks
71:30 Final Picks