Live Updates: Iconic Masters Par 3 Contest Highlights
The Par 3 Contest at the Masters has been a staple event since 1960, originally won by golfing legend Sam Snead. This special contest invites both current participants and past champions to compete on a picturesque nine-hole course designed by George Cobb and Cliff Roberts. The course is beautifully situated around DeSoto Springs Pond and Ike’s Pond.
2025 Contest Highlights
In a thrilling finish, Colombia’s Nico Echavarria claimed victory in the 2025 Par 3 Contest. He won in a playoff against J.J. Spaun after both finished with a score of 5-under-par (22). The event also witnessed impressive performances, including holes-in-one from Tom Hoge, Keegan Bradley, and Brooks Koepka, pushing the total number of aces in the contest’s history to 115.
Unique Tradition and Facts
- No winner of the Par 3 Contest has ever claimed the Masters title in the same year.
- This year’s contest is highly anticipated, promising exciting moments and stories.
Live Updates from the 2026 Par 3 Contest
Fans keen on catching the action can tune in from noon to 4 p.m. on Masters.com and the Masters app, with additional coverage on the ESPN app and ESPN from 2 to 4 p.m.
Key Moments
- 12:07 p.m. – Justin Thomas starts strong with a hole-in-one on the second hole.
- 12:25 p.m. – All eyes on Tommy Fleetwood’s son, Frankie, as he attempts to clear the water on the ninth hole.
- 12:50 p.m. – Family fun as Scottie Scheffler’s son, Bennett, joins his father and sister, Remy, on the course.
- 1:06 p.m. – Gary Player, at 90 years old, impresses with a birdie on the second hole.
- 1:20 p.m. – Wyndham Clark records the second hole-in-one of the day on No. 7.
This annual tradition continues to blend family moments, sportsmanship, and history, creating a delightful atmosphere for players and fans alike at the Masters. Be sure to follow Filmogaz.com for live updates and highlights of the 2026 Par 3 Contest.
