The 88th Masters Tournament at Augusta National got off to a delayed start on Thursday due to inclement weather. Round 1 was pushed back by 2 1/2 hours, but the anticipation and excitement were still palpable among fans and players alike.
One of the highlights leading up to the tournament was Verne Lundquist’s appearance on the “Live From” team, where he shared his memories of the iconic Tiger Woods chip-in at the 2005 Masters. Lundquist, who is preparing for his final call at the Masters, provided a behind-the-scenes look at the production that went into his famous call of the moment.
As play finally got underway at 10:30 a.m. EDT, Sergio Garcia, originally scheduled to tee off at 9:12 a.m., took to social media to announce his new start time of 11:42 a.m. This adjustment hinted at the 2 1/2-hour delay and the eventual start time for the tournament.
While fans eagerly awaited the action on the course, they were treated to insights and analysis from the Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav, discussing players like McIlroy, Rahm, and Scheffler, as well as the weather forecast for the tournament.
Despite the weather challenges, the Masters Tournament promises to deliver thrilling moments and fierce competition as the world’s best golfers vie for the coveted green jacket. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from Augusta, Georgia.