A statement posted on the official Masters website during Saturday’s third round confirmed Sunday’s play would begin at 7:30 a.m. ET.
The first and 10th will be used as starting holes, with the leaders due to begin their rounds at 9:20 a.m. ET, in the hope a winner can be decided before an anticipated burst of inclement weather in the afternoon.
There has not been a Monday finish at the Masters since 1983, when the tournament was heavily affected by rain.
Fred Ridley, chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters tournament, said: “The safety of everyone on our grounds is paramount.
“We also believe the earlier start will give us the best opportunity to complete the Masters on Sunday.
“This decision should benefit everyone — the players, our patrons and our fans watching around the world. Given the competitiveness and drama of this year’s tournament, we look forward to an exciting conclusion tomorrow (Sunday).”
