Justin Thomas and Davis Riley's First Round Performance at the 2026 Masters
How Justin Thomas, Davis Riley performed during first round of Masters
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The 2026 Masters Tournament kicked off at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, featuring former Alabama golfers Justin Thomas and Davis Riley. Thomas shot an even par 72, placing him tied for 19th, while Riley struggled with a score of 82, putting him in 89th place as they head into the second round.
- 01Justin Thomas shot an even par 72, tied for 19th place.
- 02Davis Riley finished with a score of 82, placing him 89th overall.
- 03Both golfers are former Alabama players competing in the prestigious tournament.
- 04Thomas will tee off for his second round at 10:07 a.m. ET.
- 05Riley needs a strong performance in his second round starting at 8:26 a.m. ET.
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The 2026 Masters Tournament commenced on Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, featuring notable performances from former Alabama golfers Justin Thomas and Davis Riley. Justin Thomas, a two-time major champion, had a steady first round, finishing with an even par score of 72, which places him tied for 19th overall. His round included two birdies and two bogeys, and he is set to begin his second round on Friday morning at 10:07 a.m. ET. Conversely, Davis Riley faced challenges, scoring 82 and finishing at 10-over par, which puts him in 89th place. His round included one birdie, five bogeys, and three double bogeys. Riley's second round will commence early Friday at 8:26 a.m. ET, and he will need a significant improvement to make the cut for the weekend.
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The performance of both golfers could influence local fan engagement and support for Alabama's golf programs.
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