Augusta Masters: Woods Favored Amid Strong Contenders
Tiger Woods arrives as the prohibitive favorite at Augusta National as the 64th Masters opens with a field that includes six amateurs, 10 past champions, and challengers like David Duval Phil Mickelson and Davis Love III. Woods seeks to end a trend of favorites failing at Augusta while rivals press for glory.
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Masters Tee Times Aug Augusta Pairings and Teetimes AP
Masters tee times and pairings listed for Augusta with players such as Sam, Brandt Jobe, David Toms, Retief Goosen, and Fuzzy Zoeller. Notable names include Tom Watson, Nick Faldo, Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els, Sergio Garcia, Fred Couples, Seve Ballesteros, Nick Price, and Jack Nicklaus among many others. The piece notes Tiger Woods as the expected focus.
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Masters Tournament Preview Finds Storied Field In Augusta
Augusta prepares for the 64th Masters with Jose Maria as defending champion and Tiger Woods amid a crowded field of pros and six amateurs. Rivalry talk recalls Nicklaus Palmer and Player as outlets note Thursday coverage from USA Network and COT timing blocks.
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Masters Top 20 Capsule Preview At Augusta National
A capsule look at the Masters field features Tiger Woods and 19 others with past majors, wins, and Augusta trials. The blur of names notes Woods dominance, past contenders, and hopes to contend at Augusta with details on form, majors, and recent results.
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Masters chances fade for Backspin in major test
Backspin enters the major with grim odds as Woods last threatened in 97 when he surged in the third round. A straight driver offers little edge and his putting, a notable weakness, could sink his title bid.
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