Who is at the Masters dinner? Guest list in full as Rory McIlroy hosts for first time

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Ahead of the most prestigious event in the golfing calendar, Rory McIlroy has the honour of hosting the annual Masters dinner

Everything you need to know about Rory McIlroy’s Masters dinner:

1. The hosting honour: Rory McIlroy is hosting the annual Masters dinner as the defending champion at Augusta National. After his dramatic playoff victory over Justin Rose in 2025, Rory became only the sixth player in history to complete the career Grand Slam, a feat that makes this year’s dinner particularly poignant.
2. Date and location: The dinner is held annually on the Tuesday night before the tournament begins (on this occasion, April 7). The event takes place on the second floor of the Augusta National clubhouse, specifically in the Library, which is transformed into a private dining room for the members of the Masters Club.
3. The exclusive guest list: The dinner is strictly reserved for past Masters champions only. In addition to Rory, the expected guest list includes legends like Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Gary Player and Phil Mickelson, alongside recent winners like Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm and Hideki Matsuyama.
4. The green jacket requirement: Every attendee is required to wear their green jacket – the prize for winning the Masters – for the duration of the evening. It is the only night of the year when the most iconic piece of clothing in sports is worn collectively by every man in the room.
5. A LIV ‘reunion’: Despite the ongoing tensions between the PGA and LIV Golf, the Champions Dinner remains a neutral ground. LIV Golf stars like Dustin Johnson, Sergio Garcia, Patrick Reed and Bubba Watson will all be in attendance, as the evening is famously centred on mutual respect rather than circuit politics.
6. McIlroy’s menu: As host, McIlroy’s primary job is designing the menu. To start, he’s gone with Peach & Ricotta Flatbread, Rock Shrimp Tempura, and Bacon-wrapped Dates, followed by a main course of Wagyu Filet Mignon or Seared Salmon served with traditional Irish Champ (mashed potatoes with scallions), and for dessert: sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream.
7. The master of ceremonies: While Rory is the host, two-time champion Ben Crenshaw continues his traditional role as the night’s unofficial MC. Crenshaw typically leads the “remembrances” for champions who have passed away and formally introduces the new host to the room.
8. The chairman’s presence: The only non-champion in the room will be Fred Ridley, the chairman of Augusta National. He sits at the head of the table alongside McIlroy and the senior champions, representing the club’s leadership for this private 74-year-old tradition.
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2026 Masters Champions Dinner: projected guest list:

• Rory McIlroy (2025 Host)
• Scottie Scheffler (2022, 2024)
• Jon Rahm (2023)
• Hideki Matsuyama (2021)
• Dustin Johnson (2020)
• Tiger Woods (1997, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2019)
• Patrick Reed (2018)
• Sergio Garcia (2017)
• Danny Willett (2016)
• Jordan Spieth (2015)
• Bubba Watson (2012, 2014)
• Adam Scott (2013)
• Charl Schwartzel (2011)
• Phil Mickelson (2004, 2006, 2010)
• Angel Cabrera (2009)
• Trevor Immelman (2008)
• Zach Johnson (2007)
• Mike Weir (2003)
• Vijay Singh (2000)
• Jose Maria Olazabal (1994, 1999)
• Mark O’Meara (1998)
• Nick Faldo (1989, 1990, 1996)
• Ben Crenshaw (1984, 1995)
• Bernhard Langer (1985, 1993)
• Fred Couples (1992)
• Sandy Lyle (1988)
• Jack Nicklaus (1963, 1965, 1966, 1972, 1975, 1986)
• Craig Stadler (1982)
• Fuzzy Zoeller (1979)
• Gary Player (1961, 1974, 1978)
• Raymond Floyd (1976)
• Charles Coody (1971)

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