For the first time in more than four decades, Verne Lundquist won’t be in the 16th hole tower at this year’s Masters. However, that doesn’t mean golf fans won’t hear another familiar voice at one of Augusta National’s most famous spots.
While Chamblee says he’s never felt Augusta is a perfect course fit for McIlroy’s game, he stated that the problems, particularly in the first round, seem more mental than physical.
The par-5 second hole is a dynamic, fascinating test that’s emblematic of the evolved genius of Augusta National’s architecture, where hole location dictates the way the players strategise.
Augusta National declined to comment on the reports, but if accurate, the younger Manning will join his brother Peyton as a member of the hallowed Masters venue.
A double-bogey at the last soured what was an otherwise solid opening round for leading Australian Quinnton Croker at the Asia Pacific Amateur, as the Queenslander posted a first-round of even-par 70 to sit five shots off the lead.
Augusta residents took to social media to share images of the destruction, many of which may be hard to fathom for golf fans who usually see the area during its springtime splendour.
Augusta National Golf Club (yes, THE Augusta National Golf Club) is looking for a senior manager and historian. And if you love golf, this seems like an absolute dream gig.
Australian Golf Digest
