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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 2002
Page
13
Charles Howell II, a Masters rookie, soaking in the Augusta aura and aiming to become the first first‑timer to win since 1979. He recalls his rise from sponsor exemptions to a Masters regular, with support from friends, family, and fellow players like Garcia and Norman.
Augusta National honors Bobby Jones on the Masters centennial while noting enduring features, from Magnolia Lane to Amen Corner, and the club’s blend of tradition and adaptation. Hootie Johnson and Sidney Matthews praise Jones legacy as changes to the course continue to meet modern golf demands.
Augusta National has stretched its layout to contain Tiger Woods and a wave of young players armed with fitness regimes and tech. If plans to limit ball distance fail, the sport faces trouble, with plan B drawing sharp resistance from owners and fans. The piece notes recent course redesigns by Tom Fazio and the USGA’s Open setups, while stressing weather and nature as unpredictable factors in a year of high expectations.
Pros note wind and yardage shifts across Augusta National added challenges. With longer tees on Nos No 11 13 and 14 and revamped wind conditions, shorter hitters face two precise shots to reach par while longer players must still control drives and irons into firmer greens. Sergio Garcia and Chris DiMarco weigh in on tougher back nine and strategy changes.
Statistics summarizing golf rankings and averages for players on the PGA Tour. Includes figures for Woods, Funk, Goosen, Goosen, Mediate, Seve, Watson, and others with scores, averages, and percentiles across various categories.
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