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Cameras caught Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre making an obscene gesture on Thursday.
Scottish news outlet The Scotsman reported on Friday that MacIntyre had been “reprimanded” for it.
The incident took place on the par-5 15th hole. After sending his approach shot into the water protecting the green, MacIntyre appeared to raise a middle finger in visible frustration.
Augusta National officials are known for enforcing strict decoration standards. According to The Scotsman, MacIntyre was reminded of the code of conduct by one of the officials.
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Robert MacIntyre of Scotland reacts to the 18th green during the second round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., on April 10, 2026. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The 27-year-old declined to speak to reporters after the round.
After a penalty, MacIntyre thumped another shot into the pond. After another drop, he blasted his next attempt over the green completely. Once the damage was done, he carded a quadruple bogey nine.
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Robert MacIntyre of Scotland plays a shot from a bunker on the second hole during the second round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., on April 10, 2026. (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
MacIntyre also hit his club in the ground on the 17th hole after a poor second shot. Earlier in the round you could hear him cursing on the 12th and 13th holes.
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Coming into Augusta, MacIntyre was viewed by many as a potential contender after strong showings at The Players Championship and Texas Open. But after Thursday’s performance, his chances of making the cut appear slim.
For a tournament steeped in tradition and calm, MacIntyre’s meltdown could end up being one of the defining stories of the opening round.
