Rose Reflects on Missed Opportunity as Scheffler and Hatton Make Strong Finishes
Justin Rose expressed disappointment over a missed chance at Masters glory, describing it as an opportunity that slipped away. Rose, a three-time runner-up, had been in the lead by two shots at one point during the final round but ultimately finished in a four-way tie for third place with a two-under 70, two strokes behind the leader. He attributed his loss to a shift in momentum around Amen Corner, where he incurred back-to-back bogeys, and a crucial three-putt par at the 13th hole. Despite this, Rose praised the supportive crowd at Augusta National, feeling their encouragement throughout the week. Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler secured second place with a remarkable bogey-free weekend, and Tyrrell Hatton made a notable surge up the leaderboard with a string of birdies, finishing in a share of third place. Hatton's performance was motivated by the prospect of returning to the Masters with his upcoming child, hoping to see them in a boiler suit at the Par-3 tournament.