Tiger Woods Arrives At Augusta National Ahead Of The Masters

The five-time Green Jacket winner was pictured at Augusta National, as he makes his first start since February

Tiger Woods watches his tee shot
(Image credit: Getty Images/@TheMasters)
Matt Cradock
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Having not been seen in a competitive environment since The Genesis Invitational in February, Tiger Woods was pictured on-site at Augusta National on Sunday afternoon, as he prepares for The Masters.

Back in March, Woods was listed in The Masters field, with his name added to the entry list on the official Masters website. From there, it was then reported that the 15-time Major winner was heading to Augusta National for a practice round and that round was with Augusta National Chairman, Fred Ridley, and close friend, Justin Thomas.

A five-time Green Jacket winner, various images of Woods were posted on The Masters' social media pages, with the American decked out in his new Sun Day Red gear, as Woods was pictured hitting various bunker shots at The Masters venue.

Along with the pictures, it was also recently reported that Woods is set to continue with experienced caddie Lance Bennett at The Masters, with Bennett caddying for Woods at the Genesis Invitational in February.

Although Woods hasn't been seen in a competitive environment for a few months, the 48-year-old was spotted in the Bahamas for talks between the PGA Tour and PIF. Following the meeting, reports stated that Woods was "very engaged" in talks with Saudi Public Investment Fund boss Yasir Al-Rumayyan.

Along with the meeting, Woods was also seen in North Carolina watching his son, Charlie, make his AJGA (American Junior Golf Association) debut at the Will Lowery Junior Championship. At the tournament, Charlie finished in a tie for 32nd after rounds of 78, 81 and 78.

Matt Cradock
Matt Cradock
Staff Writer

Matt joined Golf Monthly in February 2021 covering weekend news, before also transitioning to equipment and testing. After freelancing for Golf Monthly and The PGA for 18 months, he was offered a full-time position at the company in October 2022 and continues to cover weekend news and social media, as well as help look after Golf Monthly’s many buyers’ guides and equipment reviews.

Taking up the game when he was just seven years of age, Matt made it into his county squad just a year later and continues to play the game at a high standard, with a handicap of around 2-4. To date, his best round came in 2016, where he shot a six-under-par 66 having been seven-under through nine holes. He currently plays at Witney Lakes in Oxfordshire and his favourite player is Rory McIlroy, despite nearly being struck by his second shot at the 17th during the 2015 BMW PGA Championship.

Matt’s current What’s In The Bag?

Driver: Honma TW747, 8.75°

Fairway Wood: TaylorMade Rocketballz Stage 2, 15°, 19°

Hybrid: Adams Super Hybrid, 22°

Irons: Mizuno MP54, 5-PW

Wedges: Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 Tour Satin, 50°, 56°, 60°

Putter: Cleveland TFI 2135 Satin Cero

Ball: Titleist Pro V1x

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