how many make the cut at the masters

At the Masters, the current rule is that the top 50 and ties make the cut after 36 holes (after Friday’s second round).

How Many Make the Cut at The Masters? (Quick Scoop)

The Simple Answer

• After two rounds, the field is trimmed to:
  • The low 50 players (and ties) on the leaderboard.

• There is no longer a “within 10 shots of the lead” provision; that was removed starting in 2020.

In practice, that usually means around half the field plays the weekend, depending on how many players are tied near 50th.

How the Cut Works at Augusta

• The Masters is a 72‑hole event:
  • 1st and 2nd rounds: everyone plays.
  • After 36 holes: cut is made.
  • 3rd and 4th rounds: only those who made the cut continue.

• Official cut rule (current):
  • All players in the top 50 positions, including ties , advance.

Example:
In 2023, the cut was at +3; 53 of 88 golfers made the weekend because of ties around 50th.

A Tiny Bit of History (Why It’s 50 Now)

The Masters cut rule has evolved over time:

• 1957–1961: Only the top 40 made it.

• 1962–2012: Top 44 and ties , plus anyone within 10 shots of the lead.

• 2013–2019: Top 50 and ties , plus the “within 10 shots” rule.

• Since 2020: Simplified to top 50 and ties only (no 10‑shot rule).

This change keeps the weekend field tighter and scoring more competitive.

Typical Numbers and Cut Scores

While the rule is always “50 and ties,” the actual number of players varies:

• 2024: Cut at +6; 60 of 89 players made the cut.

• 2023: Cut at +3; 53 of 88 players made the cut.

Cut score depends on conditions (wind, firmness, pin positions), but the cut size is always driven by positions on the leaderboard, not a fixed number like 60 or 70.

Mini FAQ

Is the cut after Friday?
Yes. It’s after the second round (36 holes).

Can more than 50 players make the cut?
Yes. Any ties at 50th all get in, so the number often ends up slightly above 50.

Did the Masters always have a cut?
No. The cut was first introduced in 1957; before that, everyone played all four rounds.

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