Masters at Augusta Faces Tougher Critics and Revisions
Augusta National faces criticism that the course is too long and difficult amid weather delays and wind. Chairman Billy Payne defends and notes changes including shorter holes and enlarged tee boxes to balance form and conditions as Tiger Woods and Padraig Harrington chase majors.
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Garcia eyes major win as Masters quest continues
Sergio Garcia heads to Augusta after a rough stretch, saying his putter and mind aren’t sharp. He notes personal issues and a slump since early season wins, with majors 0 for 38 and rivals like Kim Villegas McIlroy emerging as the new generation.
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Masters Notebook at Augusta Seve Ballesteros Honored
Jose Maria Olazabal read a letter from Seve Ballesteros to Masters winners at Augusta National as Ballesteros battles a malignant brain tumor and undergoes chemotherapy. Masters Chairman Billy Payne praised the emotional moment and Ballesteros' legacy while Augusta enforces a new no smoking rule in patron areas.
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