Fri Apr 11 19:30:00 UTC 2025: **Masters 2025: Tight Race at Augusta as Cut Line Looms**
Augusta, GA – The second round of the 2025 Masters Tournament is underway at Augusta National Golf Club, with a tight race for the lead and the cut line creating plenty of drama. Justin Rose, the first-round leader, is battling to maintain his position against a formidable group including Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler.
As of 3:40 p.m. ET, the projected cut line sits at +3, meaning only golfers with a score of +2 or better will advance to the weekend. This leaves several big names, such as Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka, in danger of missing the cut. Only the top 50 players and ties will make the cut to play the final rounds on Saturday and Sunday.
The Masters cut, established in 1957, has evolved over the years, settling on its current format of the top 50 and ties since 2020. This year’s competition is shaping up to be a thrilling showdown, with the final scores determining which players will contend for the coveted green jacket. USA TODAY Sports continues to provide live updates on the leaderboard and the evolving cut line.
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