Who won the 2018 Masters Tournament at Augusta?
The 2018 Masters Tournament was the 82nd edition of the Masters Tournament and the first of golf's four major championships in 2018. It was held April 5–8 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. Patrick Reed won his first major title with a final round 71 (−1) for 273 (−15), one stroke ahead of runner-up Rickie Fowler.
Where is the 2018 Masters held?
Location in Georgia. The 2018 Masters Tournament was the 82nd edition of the Masters Tournament and the first of golf's four major championships in 2018. It was held April 5–8 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
When is the Masters golf tournament in 2020?
April 9, 2020 - April 12, 2020. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of the prestigious Masters ® Golf Tournament, was founded in 1931 by golf legend Bobby Jones and businessman Clifford Roberts, on the site of a former indigo plantation and commercial nursery named Fruitlands.
What is the history of the Masters golf tournament?
The Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta 2018. The Augusta National Golf Club, home of the prestigious Masters® Golf Tournament, was founded in 1931 by golf legend Bobby Jones and businessman Clifford Roberts, on the site of a former indigo plantation and commercial nursery named Fruitlands.
Who won the 2018 Augusta Masters?
Patrick ReedUnited States2018 Masters Tournament/Winners
Why is Augusta National closed between May and October?
Augusta National is a seasonal club. The course is shut down each May and reopens in October to eliminate a lot of wear and tear during the peak summer months in Augusta's humid, subtropical climate. That time of year is when improvements and construction on the course take place.
How much does it cost to watch the Masters at Augusta?
This year that price has crept up a bit more than usual, with single day tickets or badges running about $1700 for Thursday's competition alone at TickPick. That price shoots up to about $1975 for Sunday's final round, and you can be sure that price will increase even further on Sunday if Tiger Woods is in contention.
How much does it cost to play a round of golf at Augusta?
There are roughly 300 members of Augusta National, and being invited by one of them is the quickest way to get a round in at the famous course. Members are allowed to bring a guest on the course for a relatively small fee of $40.
How much does it cost to be a member at Augusta?
Membership is believed to cost between $100,000 and $300,000 and annual dues were estimated in 2020 to be less than $30,000 per year. Club members are sometimes referred to as "green jackets."
Is Tiger Woods a member of Augusta National?
According to Golf Week, there are a few ways to play at the course. And getting invited by a member is one of them. However, despite being a 5-time champion at the Masters, Tiger Woods doesn't have a membership at the Augusta. The other option for Charlie to play at the Augusta would be to become a volunteer.
How much does a caddy make for winning the Masters?
The caddie earning the largest payout at the 2022 Masters was Ted Scott, Scottie Scheffler's caddie. With the win, Scott stands to take home $270,000 of the nearly $1 million pot available to caddies that made the cut over the weekend.
How much is a beer at the Masters?
In addition to the American Craft Beer (Blue Moon), the green cups for this year's Masters Tournament come with an orange slice. The price of domestic beer is $4 and the cup is clear. This year, beer prices were the same for patrons.
How much does it cost to play 18 holes at Augusta National?
Non-Member Rates at Augusta MunicipalWeekday Rates (Monday-Thursday)9 Holes Walking$1018 Holes Riding$279 Holes Riding$19Hero Card$2215 more rows
Can non members play golf at Augusta?
Can I play a round of golf at Augusta National or can I go visit the course? No. Augusta National Golf Club is a private club and is only accessible to club members and their guests. The public may visit the course only during the Masters Tournament and only with the proper ticket or badge.
Where do the golfers stay in Augusta?
What is the Crow's Nest? The Crow's Nest is a cabin on the property of Augusta National open to any amateur in the Masters field that wants to stay there.
Who owns Augusta golf course?
August National Golf Course is owned by Augusta National, Inc. The Augusta National, Inc. is a for-profit institution that was created in Georgia back in 1935 when the course was first built. The two original owners of Augusta National were Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts.
When was the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club?
Ian Woosnam during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDREW DAVIS TUCKER/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta , Georgia.
When was the Masters 2018?
Phil Mickelson and Matt Kuchar look for their balls in the trees on #1 during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018 , in Augusta, Georgia.
When was the 2018 Masters putt?
Kevin Kisner lines up a putt on #1 during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDY NELSON/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] 106 of 391.
Where is Kevin Kisner in Augusta?
Kevin Kisner hits from the #1 fairway during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDY NELSON/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] 101 of 391.
When was Bernhard Langer at the Masters?
Bernhard Langer hits from the #1 fairway during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDY NELSON/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] 54 of 391.
Who walked up #1 in the Masters?
102 of 391. Rickie Fowler, Phil Mickelson and Matt Kuchar walk up #1 during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDY NELSON/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] 103 of 391.
Who hit #9 in the Masters?
27 of 391. Trevor Immelman hits from the #9 fairway back onto #1 during the Friday round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018, in Augusta, Georgia. [ANDY NELSON/THE AUGUSTA CHRONICLE] 28 of 391.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Tournament
At the Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau, we get a lot of calls about the Augusta National Golf Club’s Masters Tournament. Below are just a few of the regular questions. Please do not hesitate to call us with other questions about your visit to Augusta at 800-726-0243.
Health & Safety Protocols
Augusta is pleased to welcome back patrons to The Masters this April. The health and safety of everyone on the grounds is Augusta National Golf Club’s top priority as we conduct this year’s Tournament with limited attendance.
How much are tournament tickets for the 2022 Masters?
Daily Tournament tickets cost $115 each plus any appropriate shipping and handling, if applicable. The application deadline for both Practice Rounds and Daily Tournament tickets for the 2022 Masters® Tournament is June 21, 2021. Daily Tournament tickets will be awarded first.
When are practice rounds 2022?
April 4-10, 2022. Practice Rounds Tickets and a limited number of Daily Tournament Tickets are available this year. Practice Rounds and Daily Tournament tickets are sold in advance, through a selection process, only after receipt of an online application.
When was the Masters held?
The Masters were first held in 1934 in an attempt to attract crowds and players. Roberts persuaded Jones, then retired, to return to play in the tournament. (Jones initially was against the name Masters .) In 1948, Dwight D. Eisenhower and his wife Mamie were personally invited to Augusta by Roberts.
Who founded Augusta National Golf Club?
Augusta National was founded in 1932 by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts on the 365-acre site of a former nursery/antebellum plantation called Fruitland (later Fruitlands). [1] Jones sought to create a world-class winter golf course in his native state of Georgia. During the first decade of the club's existence, membership was low and finances were short due to the Great Depression and the relatively remote location of Augusta, forcing the duo to scrap future plans for a "ladies' course," squash and tennis courts, and various estates.
Why is Augusta National in Richmond County?
Because Augusta National has spent so much to acquire land, homeowners in Richmond County have had to apply for special property tax assessments in order to negate the effects of the club's activities. Investors have also begun to purchase property and condos next to Augusta National.
How many holes are there in the Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship?
In 2018, chairman Fred Ridley announced that the club would establish the Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship in 2019, a 54-hole event for the world's top amateur players.
How much did Augusta National buy?
From 1999 to 2019, the club spent about $200 million to buy 100 separate properties totaling over 270 acres, some more than a mile distant from the club proper. Most purchases are arranged via LLCs connected to Augusta National in order to obfuscate the transaction's details. More than a dozen of these LLCs are known to exist, and up to five may be involved in a single purchase. Augusta National ultimately purchases each LLC, acquiring its land holdings and keeping the real estate price away from public records. Non-disclosure agreements are also commonly employed.
What is Augusta known for?
Augusta is renowned for its well-maintained impeccable appearance: pine needles are imported, bird sounds are played on inconspicuous speakers, and even the ponds were once dyed blue. The club is famed for its azaleas and dogwoods.
What is the press building at the Golf Club?
The club's on-site press building has television studios, a complimentary restaurant and snack options, staffed bathrooms, and leather chairs. Cameras placed throughout the course are directly connected to the press building's studios via underground cables.
Overview
The 2018 Masters Tournament was the 82nd edition of the Masters Tournament and the first of golf's four major championships in 2018. It was held April 5–8 at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
Patrick Reed won his first major title with a final round 71 (−1) for 273 (−15), one stroke ahead of runner-up Rickie Fowler.
Media
The 2018 Masters Tournament was the 63rd Masters Tournament to be televised by CBS with early round coverage airing on ESPN using CBS production crews.
Field
The Masters has the smallest field of the four major championships. Officially, the Masters remains an invitation event, but there is a set of qualifying criteria that determines who is included in the field. Each player is classified according to the first category by which he qualified, with other categories in which he qualified shown in parentheses.
Golfers who qualify based solely on their performance in amateur tournaments (categories 6–1…
Par 3 Contest
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Tom Watson won the Par 3 Contest with a score of 21 (−6). It was Watson's second win in the contest, having previously won in 1982. Three holes-in-one were recorded, including one by the grandson of Jack Nicklaus.
Round summaries
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Jordan Spieth, the 2015 champion, birdied five consecutive holes on the back-nine to post a round of 66 (−6) and take the first round lead for the third time in four years. Playing a day after dislocating an ankle during the Par 3 Contest, Tony Finau finished two shots back, along with Matt Kuchar. Four-time champion Tiger Woods, playing the Masters for the first time in three years, w…
External links
• Official website
• Coverage on the PGA Tour's official site
• Coverage on the European Tour's official site
• Coverage from the PGA of America