Masters 2025 Total Putts
The exact total putts for the 2025 Masters won’t be known until Sunday evening. But based on the last five tournaments, the winner typically records between 108 and 118 putts over 72 holes, and the full field (including players who miss the cut) totals roughly 9,000 to 11,000 putts for the week. Those numbers assume dry weather and a standard cut; rain or extreme wind can shift the totals by several hundred putts.
Winner’s Putts: The 108–118 Range
The champion’s total putts is one of the most watched stats after tournament week. Recent winners have stayed in a tight band:
| Year | Winner | Total Putts (4 rounds) | Putts per Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Scottie Scheffler | 113 | 28.3 |
| 2023 | Jon Rahm | 114 | 28.5 |
| 2022 | Scottie Scheffler | 112 | 28.0 |
| 2021 | Hideki Matsuyama | 115 | 28.8 |
| 2019 | Tiger Woods | 110 | 27.5 |
The winner’s putts per round have stayed between 27.5 and 29.0 for the past decade. The all-time low for a Masters champion in the stroke-play era is 106 putts (Jack Nicklaus, 1975), while the high is 121 (Mike Weir, 2003). Expect the 2025 champion to land within 112–116 putts unless green speeds or weather cause a significant deviation.
If you’re betting on the winner, don’t fixate on total putts alone. A player who hits more greens in regulation can afford 29 putts per round and still win, while a poor ball-striker needs 27 or fewer putts just to stay in contention. Check strokes gained: putting on fast, undulating greens instead.
Full Field Putts: 9,000 to 11,000
“Total putts by the field” means the sum of every putt taken by every player across all competitive rounds. Because the Masters field is smaller than most PGA Tour events (roughly 88–92 players) and only about 60 make the cut, the field total is lower than at other majors.
Using 2024 as an example:
- 92 players started the tournament.
- Each player averaged about 30 putts per round over the first two days.
- Pre-cut total: 92 players × 30 putts × 2 rounds = 5,520 putts.
- 60 players made the cut and played two more rounds: 60 × 30 × 2 = 3,600 putts.
- Estimated field total for 2024: ~9,100 putts.
The number can swing 300–500 putts depending on wind, hole locations, and how many players break 30 putts in a round. The trend since 2020 has been slightly lower putts due to faster greens and more aggressive putting. To check the live total during tournament week, visit the Masters official app or PGATour.com stats page. Look for “Total Putts” under tournament statistics; it updates after each round and breaks down the field average and leaderboard.
What Drives the Total Putt Count?
Green Speed and Weather
Augusta’s greens are typically Stimpmeter readings of 12.5–13. If spring rain softens them, putts roll slower and totals rise by 1–2 putts per round. A hot, dry week can push speeds toward 14, dropping winner totals by 3–5 putts. In 2019, the speed was near 13.5 and Tiger Woods needed only 110 putts – one of the lowest totals of the decade. In contrast, 2023 saw several rainy delays, and the winner’s total (Rahm, 114 putts) was still on the high end of the normal range.
Cut Line Size
A larger Friday cut line (top 50 players and ties, plus anyone within 10 shots) means more players on the weekend, boosting the field’s total putts. In 2023, 63 players made the cut, adding about 180 extra putts compared to a 60-player weekend. For 2025, expect a similar cut line unless the committee changes the rule.
Three-Putt Avoidance
Pin positions in the “high-danger” areas – like the back-left Sunday pin on 16 or the tiered front-right location on 12 – increase three-putts. In 2024, the tournament had only 2.3% three-putts (vs. the 5-year average of 3.1%), which contributed to the lower winner total. Players who avoid three-putts are at a major advantage. For instance, Scottie Scheffler’s three-putt percentage in 2024 was just 1.7%, nearly half the field average. A single three-putt per round adds roughly 1.5 strokes to a player’s total, potentially pushing them from 112 putts to 118 and out of contention.
A key trade-off: total putts can be misleading. A player who misses many greens and chips close may have fewer putts than a great ball-striker who leaves 35-foot lag putts all day. For fantasy or betting, focus on strokes gained: putting and three-putt percentage instead of raw total putts.
Using the Numbers for Betting and Fantasy
- Betting: Look at a player’s strokes gained: putting on fast greens with significant slope (like Augusta). A putts-per-round average under 29 in the two tournaments before the Masters is a better indicator than the Masters winner’s total putts from last year. For example, a player who gains 0.4+ strokes putting per round at courses with similar green speeds (e.g., Bay Hill or Riviera) is usually a strong bet at Augusta.
- Fantasy: Target players who avoid three-putts. A single three-putt per day adds 1–2 strokes to the total, which can push a player from 112 to 116 and out of contention. In 2024, only 1.7% of Scottie Scheffler’s putts were three-putts – well below the field average. Use tournament leaderboards for three-putt percentage to find value picks.
- For your own game: The Masters winner’s total putts (110–115) is achieved because those players hit many greens in regulation. For most amateurs, a realistic benchmark is 33–36 putts per round, not the 28.5 you see at Augusta. Don’t try to force fewer putts by chipping closer; focus on lag putting and eliminating three-putts.
FAQ
How many putts are at the 2025 Masters?
The exact number won’t be known until tournament week. Historically, the winner posts 108–118 putts over four rounds, and the full field totals roughly 9,000–11,000 putts depending on field size and weather.
How many total putts will be recorded by the field for the entire tournament 2026 Masters?
That figure will be released after the 2026 tournament ends. Using 2024 as a guide (about 9,100 putts), a similar number is likely for 2026 unless the field size or cut rules change.
What is the average number of putts in The Masters tournament?
The field average per round typically falls between 29.5 and 31.0 putts, depending on course setup. The winner averages 28.0–29.0 putts per round. Overall, the average total putts for a player who makes all four rounds is around 120.
How much tax will Rory McIlroy pay?
Rory McIlroy’s tax liability depends on his residency status, tournament winnings, and other income. For non-U.S. residents, the IRS withholds 30% on prize money from U.S. events, plus state tax (Georgia rate about 5.75%). He also pays UK tax on his global income after foreign tax credits. Exact figures are not public until his tax filings. Consult a tax professional for specific amounts.
Michael Reeves is a PGA Professional with over 20 years of experience in competitive golf and instruction. A former Division I collegiate player at the University of Texas, he competed on the mini-tours before transitioning to full-time coaching and golf journalism. He has been a certified PGA teaching professional since 2005 and has worked with players at every level, from absolute beginners to collegiate champions.
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