Robert MacIntyre Misses 2026 Masters Cut After Outbursts

Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre missed the cut at the 2026 Masters Tournament after a frustrating first round marred by poor play and outbursts, prompting a reprimand from Augusta National officials.

MacIntyre, ranked as high as world No. 5 earlier this year, carded an 8-over-par 80 on Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club. His round unraveled on the back nine with a double bogey on the ninth hole and a quadruple bogey on the par-5 15th, where his approach shot found the water. Cameras captured him extending his middle finger toward the pond in frustration, an incident that quickly spread on social media. He also slammed his club into the ground on the 14th and 17th holes and was heard swearing multiple times during the broadcast.

The 29-year-old from Oban, Scotland, cited a neck injury sustained in a gym workout as a contributing factor. The ailment forced him to skip Tuesday's practice round and Wednesday's Par 3 Contest. Paired with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and Gary Woodland for the opening rounds, MacIntyre managed just one birdie in his first round while protecting his injury, which he said divided his focus.

On Friday, MacIntyre steadied himself with a 1-under-par...