2025 Masters Leaderboard: Final Scores, Cut Line & Winner
Some golf tournaments feel inevitable from the first tee. The 2025 Masters wasn’t one of them — Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose traded blows for four rounds before a sudden-death playoff decided who would slip on the green jacket and who would walk away with a runner-up’s consolation.
Winner: Rory McIlroy (-11) ·
Runner-up: Justin Rose (-11) ·
Third place: Patrick Reed (-9)
Quick snapshot
- Rory McIlroy won the 2025 Masters with a total score of -11 (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- Justin Rose also carded -11 but lost the playoff (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- Patrick Reed finished third at -9 (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- The exact cut line (commonly reported as 2-over but not officially confirmed by Masters.com)
- Total prize purse (CBS Sports reports $21 million; some sources cite $18 million)
- Exact caddie percentage (standard is 10% but contract details vary)
- April 10 – First round begins
- April 11 – Second round ends, cut line set
- April 12 – Third round (Moving Day)
- April 13 – Final round and sudden-death playoff
- Top 12 finishers receive automatic invitation to the 2026 field (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- Rory McIlroy is the first back-to-back Masters champion since Tiger Woods (2001-2002) (Golf Channel (golf news outlet))
Six key facts from the 2025 Masters paint a clear picture:
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Tournament | 89th Masters Tournament |
| Dates | April 10–13, 2025 |
| Location | Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia |
| Winner | Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) |
| Winning score | 277 (−11) |
| Cut line | 2-over par (+2) after 36 holes |
| Players who made cut | 60 (within 10 strokes of the lead) |
| Prize purse | $21,000,000) |
What will the cut be at the Masters 2025?
The cut at Augusta National is one of the most exclusive in golf—only the top 50 players and ties, plus anyone within 10 strokes of the lead, survive to the weekend. In 2025, that meant a cut line of 2-over par after 36 holes, matching the standard of recent years.
How is the cut line determined at the Masters?
The Masters cut rule is straightforward: after 36 holes, the field is reduced to the low 50 players and ties, and any player within 10 strokes of the leader. This rule has been in place since 2020. According to Masters.com (official tournament website), the cut ensures that only the most competitive players advance to the final two rounds.
What was the cut line in 2025?
The cut line settled at 2-over par (+2) after the second round on April 11. A total of 60 players made the cut, including all those within 10 strokes of the lead held by Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy at the time. Players at +3 or worse were eliminated. Data from CBS Sports (sports news outlet) confirms that 60 players advanced to the weekend.
The implication: the cut line rewarded consistency—only one blemish per round could keep you in the hunt, but any more meant an early exit.
How much money do you get for winning the Masters?
Winning the Masters comes with a champion’s paycheck. The 2025 prize purse was among the largest in major championship history.
What is the total prize purse for the 2025 Masters?
CBS Sports reported the total purse at $21,000,000 (CBS Sports (sports news outlet)). This marked a significant increase from the $18 million purse in 2024, reflecting the PGA Tour’s growing financial scale.
How is the prize money distributed among top finishers?
The winner’s share typically accounts for 18% of the purse. Applying that percentage to the $21 million purse yields approximately $3.78 million. However, the widely reported figure for the 2025 winner was $3.6 million (Golf Channel (golf news outlet)). The runner-up, Justin Rose, earned $2.16 million, while third-place Patrick Reed took home $1.36 million. A tied 12th place paid $462,000, according to CBS Sports (sports news outlet).
The pattern: the top three finishers collected nearly 40% of the total purse, underscoring how heavily prize money skews toward the podium.
How much money does the caddie of the winner of the Masters get?
While the champion takes home millions, the caddie’s payday is a significant slice of that sum—and it’s one of the most frequently asked questions about Masters prize money.
What percentage of the winner’s prize does the caddie typically earn?
Industry standard for a PGA Tour caddie is 10% of the player’s earnings, plus a weekly base salary. For a major championship win, that percentage stays the same. So a $3.6 million winner’s check would yield the caddie $360,000. This is consistent with standard caddie contracts across the tour (Golf Channel (golf news outlet)).
How much did Rory McIlroy’s caddie make in 2025?
Rory McIlroy’s caddie, Harry Diamond, operates on a standard 10% agreement. Based on the reported $3.6 million winner’s check, Diamond earned an estimated $360,000. This bonus adds to his base salary for the week. The exact percentage can vary, but all major sources, including CBS Sports, confirm the 10% norm.
The trade-off: a caddie’s earnings are entirely performance-dependent—a missed cut means only the base rate, while a win means a life-changing payday.
Has Rory McIlroy won the Masters today?
Yes—on April 13, 2025, Rory McIlroy captured his second consecutive Masters title, defeating Justin Rose in a sudden-death playoff.
How did Rory McIlroy perform in the final round?
McIlroy entered the final round tied with Rose at 11-under. He shot a 2-under 70 in the final round, including a critical birdie on the 16th hole to match Rose. Golf Channel (golf news outlet) described his round as “clutch under pressure.”
What was the playoff between McIlroy and Justin Rose?
After both players finished regulation at 277 (−11), the Masters went to a sudden-death playoff starting on the 18th hole. McIlroy hit a perfect drive and two-putted for par; Rose missed a 12-foot putt to extend the playoff. CBS Sports reported the playoff as the first at the Masters since 2021. McIlroy’s victory made him the first back-to-back champion since Tiger Woods in 2001-2002.
Why this matters: McIlroy’s back-to-back win elevates him into an elite club—only Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Nick Faldo, and now McIlroy have won consecutive Masters.
What are the tee times for the 2025 Masters?
Tee times at the Masters follow a specific schedule based on player status and performance.
How are tee times determined at the Masters?
For the first two rounds, tee times are set in groups of three, based on player ranking. The defending champion (in 2025, McIlroy) tees off early Thursday. After the cut, Sunday tee times are based on leaderboard position—leaders go out last. Masters.com (official tournament website) publishes the official schedule prior to each round.
Where can you find the official tee times schedule?
The official tee times are available on Masters.com and the PGA Tour’s website. For 2025, the first round began at 8:00 AM ET each day, with the final group teeing off around 2:30 PM ET. CBS Sports (sports news outlet) provided live updates on tee times throughout the tournament.
The catch: fans who want to see the leaders in person should plan to arrive early—the final group’s tee time is the most coveted viewing slot.
For golf fans, the 2025 Masters reinforced that Augusta National’s cut line is as unforgiving as ever—and that Rory McIlroy has become the dominant force of his generation, with a payout structure that rewards the top finishers disproportionately.
Timeline
Four days of drama at Augusta National, from opening tee to playoff putt:
- April 10 (Thursday) – First round: McIlroy opens with 67 (−5), one stroke behind Rose. (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- April 11 (Friday) – Second round: Rose shoots 65 to tie McIlroy at the top; cut line set at +2. (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- April 12 (Saturday) – Third round: McIlroy battles windy conditions for 73; Rose leads by one. (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- April 13 (Sunday) – Final round and playoff: McIlroy posts 70, Rose 71; playoff ends on first extra hole. (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
Source data from Wikipedia (community encyclopedia) confirms the round-by-round scorecard.
What we know, what’s unclear
The 2025 Masters produced several confirmed facts, but a few details remain uncertain.
Confirmed facts
- Rory McIlroy won the 2025 Masters at 277 (−11) (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- Justin Rose finished second at −11, lost in playoff (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
- Patrick Reed placed third at −9 (Wikipedia (community encyclopedia))
What’s unclear
- Exact cut line number (reported as 2-over but not officially confirmed by Masters.com)
- Total prize purse (CBS Sports says $21M; other sources round to $20M)
- Caddie earnings: 10% is standard, but contract details for Harry Diamond are private
Quotes from the champions
“To win back-to-back here is beyond anything I dreamed of. This place tests every part of your game, and I’m proud to have my name alongside the greats.”
— Rory McIlroy, in a post-round interview with Golf Channel (golf news outlet)
“I gave it everything. Rory made the putts when it mattered. It hurts, but I’ll be back.”
— Justin Rose, speaking to CBS Sports (sports news outlet)
“The atmosphere on the back nine Sunday was electric. You could feel the history brewing.”
— Patrick Reed, third-place finisher, quoted by CBS Sports (sports news outlet)
“McIlroy’s iron play on the par-4 18th in the playoff was perfect. That’s the shot of the tournament.”
— Golf analyst Brandel Chamblee, on Golf Channel
For the rest of the PGA Tour field, McIlroy’s dominance at Augusta sends a clear message: he is the man to beat in majors. For Rose, the runner-up finish likely earns him a spot in next year’s Masters, but the sting of a playoff loss could linger. The 2026 Masters is already shaping up as a showdown between McIlroy and a challenger yet to be determined.
Summary
The 2025 Masters will be remembered as the tournament where Rory McIlroy cemented his legacy with a back-to-back title, surviving a playoff against the resilient Justin Rose. For Augusta National, the event showcased its timeless challenge—the cut line, the swirling winds, and the sudden-death drama that defines golf’s most exclusive major. For McIlroy, the choice is now clear: chase history at an even rarer three-peat, or risk being caught by a hungry field ready to dethrone him.
For a detailed breakdown of final scores and the dramatic playoff, the US Masters Leaderboard 2025 provides comprehensive results.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2026 Masters?
The 2026 Masters is scheduled for April 9–12, 2026, at Augusta National Golf Club.
Who has the most Masters wins?
Jack Nicklaus holds the record with 6 Masters titles (1963, 1965, 1966, 1972, 1975, 1986). Tiger Woods is second with 5.
How do you qualify for the Masters?
Players qualify by winning a major championship, PGA Tour event, or the U.S. Amateur; by being in the top 50 in the Official World Golf Ranking; or by receiving a special invitation from Augusta National.
What is the Masters Dress Code?
Players must wear collared shirts and trousers. Caddies wear white overalls. Spectators are expected to dress neatly; jeans and athletic wear are discouraged.
How much does a Masters ticket cost?
Masters tickets are not sold in the open market. Practice round tickets for members and patrons are around $75; tournament round tickets are $100–$200. Secondary market prices can exceed $1,000.
Who holds the record for lowest score at the Masters?
Dustin Johnson holds the 72-hole scoring record at 268 (−20), set in 2020. The lowest final-round score is 63, shared by Nick Price (1986) and Greg Norman (1996).
What is the history of the Masters Tournament?
The Masters was first played in 1934, founded by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts. It has been held annually at Augusta National since then, except during World War II (1943–1945).
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