Augusta National is currently closed during the coronavirus outbreak and has postponed the Masters. Sources tell Golf Digest the club is hopeful of contesting the tournament in the northern autumn.
When the Masters will actually take place remains a matter of some conjecture, but October seems to be the best bet, a favouritism Michel is happy to confirm.
While Augusta National has continued to monitor the situation throughout the health crisis, sources said the latest developments “have put all options on the table” in regards to the Masters.
Augusta National Golf Club’s statement arrives a day after the International Olympic Committee said the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games would not be postponed.