2026 Memorial Tournament first round begins at Muirfield Village Golf Course
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The 2026 Memorial Tournament is underway at Muirfield Village Golf Course, hosted by Jack Nicklaus. The first round features prominent pairings, including Jason Day and Jordan Spieth, as well as Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas. The tournament is notable for its competitive field and challenging conditions, with Green’s in regulation percentage historically influencing outcomes. A $20 million prize fund is on the line, with $4 million designated for the winner. Players will compete in a 72-player event with a 36-hole cut to the top 50 and ties.
- •First round pairings include Day with Spieth and McIlroy with Thomas.
- •Course ranks as one of the toughest on the PGA Tour.
- •The prize fund totals $20 million, with $4 million for the winner.
- •The 72-player event has a cut to the top 50 and ties.
- •Tournament hosted by Jack Nicklaus at Muirfield Village.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Memorial Tournament leaderboard live updates, scores, tee times, highlights
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