Shane Lowry Records Hole-in-One on Par 3 Hole at Masters Tournament
Shane Lowry achieved a hole-in-one on the par 3 No. 6 hole during the Masters tournament on Saturday. This marked his second career hole-in-one at the event, making him the first golfer to accomplish this. Lowry responded to the achievement with a four-word statement.
Professional Golfers' Association (Great Britain and Ireland) / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)Shane Lowry made a hole-in-one on the par 3 No. 6 hole at the Masters tournament on Saturday. The tee shot resulted in the ball entering the hole directly. This achievement occurred during the second round of the tournament.
Lowry's hole-in-one on No. 6 added to his previous success at the same event. He had recorded one hole-in-one earlier in his career at the Masters. With this shot, Lowry became the first golfer to have two hole-in-ones at the tournament.
The Masters tournament is held annually at a golf course in Georgia. It features professional golfers competing over four rounds. Hole-in-ones on par 3 holes are rare occurrences in major tournaments like this one.
Lowry's response to the hole-in-one was brief and direct. " This feat highlights Lowry's experience in major golf events. He has participated in multiple tournaments over his career. The achievement on Saturday positions him notably in the ongoing competition.
Golf officials confirmed the details of the shot. Spectators and broadcasters witnessed the event live. Lowry continued playing in the tournament following the hole-in-one.
Story Timeline
2 events- Saturday, April 11, 2026
Shane Lowry made a hole-in-one on par 3 No. 6 during the Masters tournament.
1 sourceNew York Post - Prior Masters appearance
Shane Lowry recorded his first hole-in-one at the Masters tournament.
1 sourceNew York Post
Potential Impact
- 01
Lowry gains improved standing in the Masters tournament leaderboard.
- 02
Increased media coverage focuses on Lowry's performance in the event.
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Golf enthusiasts discuss the rarity of multiple hole-in-ones at majors.
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