Jason Day holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the 2026 Masters Tournament after a dramatic moving day at Augusta National. The Australian carded a 4-under 68 on Saturday to reach 11-under for the championship, capitalizing on a stumble from his playing partner Rory McIlroy.
McIlroy, who began the day with a share of the lead, struggled to a 2-over 74, falling into a tie for fourth at 8-under. The Northern Irishman's quest for the career Grand Slam was dealt a significant blow after a round featuring three bogeys and a double bogey against just three birdies.
American Scottie Scheffler sits in second place at 10-under after a steady 69, while Sweden's Ludvig Γ berg is alone in third at 9-under. The final pairing on Sunday will feature Day and Scheffler, setting the stage for a tense conclusion to the year's first major.
Day, the 2015 PGA Championship winner, is seeking his first Masters title and second major victory. McIlroy will need a historic comeback from three shots back to finally claim the green jacket and complete the Grand Slam.
