Shane Lowry Makes History with Second Masters Hole-in-One

Irish champion becomes first golfer with multiple aces at Augusta National

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:18am

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An explosive, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors depicting the moment Shane Lowry's golf ball flies towards the cup for a hole-in-one at the Masters, capturing the raw energy and movement of the shot.Shane Lowry's historic second hole-in-one at the Masters showcases his exceptional skill and ability to perform under pressure on golf's biggest stages.Houston Today

Irish professional golfer Shane Lowry made history this weekend at the Masters tournament, recording his second career hole-in-one on the par-3 sixth hole during the third round. Lowry's impressive feat marks him as only the third golfer in the past two decades to achieve multiple aces at major championships, joining an elite group that includes Si Woo Kim and Louis Oosthuizen.

Why it matters

Lowry's back-to-back hole-in-ones at prestigious venues like Augusta National, TPC Sawgrass, and Pebble Beach showcase his exceptional skill and ability to perform under pressure on golf's biggest stages. This achievement solidifies his status as one of the top players on the PGA Tour and will likely inspire future generations of golfers.

The details

During the third round of the 2026 Masters, Lowry used a 7-iron to ace the 180-yard par-3 sixth hole, securing a tie for third place at 8-under par. This was Lowry's second hole-in-one at Augusta National, having previously recorded an ace on the 16th hole in 2023. Lowry's ability to consistently make aces at major championships is a rare and remarkable feat, with only two other golfers - Si Woo Kim and Louis Oosthuizen - having accomplished this in the past 20 years.

  • On April 12, 2026, Lowry recorded his second career hole-in-one at the Masters tournament.
  • Lowry previously made a hole-in-one on the 16th hole at Augusta National in 2023.

The players

Shane Lowry

An Irish professional golfer who has won several PGA Tour and European Tour events, including the 2019 Open Championship. Lowry is known for his consistent play and ability to perform well at major championships.

Si Woo Kim

A South Korean professional golfer who has won three PGA Tour events, including the 2017 Players Championship. Kim is one of only three golfers in the past two decades to record multiple holes-in-one at major championships.

Louis Oosthuizen

A South African professional golfer who has won one major championship, the 2010 Open Championship. Oosthuizen is the third golfer, along with Lowry and Kim, to have recorded multiple holes-in-one at major tournaments.

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What they’re saying

“It's an incredible feeling to make a hole-in-one at the Masters, let alone two of them. I'm just so proud of myself and my team for all the hard work we've put in to get to this point.”

— Shane Lowry

“Shane Lowry's ability to consistently make aces at major championships is a testament to his skill and mental toughness. He's truly in a league of his own.”

— Gary Woodland, PGA Tour Player

What’s next

Lowry will look to capitalize on his strong performance at the Masters and continue his pursuit of a second major championship victory. All eyes will be on him as he tees off in the final round, hoping to secure a top finish and potentially challenge for the green jacket.

The takeaway

Shane Lowry's historic achievement of recording multiple holes-in-one at the Masters highlights his exceptional skills and ability to perform under immense pressure. This feat solidifies his status as one of the premier golfers on the PGA Tour and will undoubtedly inspire future generations of players to strive for similar levels of excellence.