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Scott and Day in five way tie for Masters lead

Scott and Day in five way tie for Masters lead

Overcast skies and rain were a constant during Friday afternoon at Augusta National. But the inclement weather and a short delay did nothing to dampen the spirits of the patrons. Particularly the strong Australian contingent. 13 Apr 2019
Cream rises to the top during Masters first round

Cream rises to the top during Masters first round

Major championship golf has a habit of bringing the best players to the fore, and Thursday at Augusta National saw former major champions and top ranked players climb the leaderboard in perfect weather on a layout playing longer than usual due to rain earlier in the week. 12 Apr 2019
More back trouble for Jason Day at The Masters

More back trouble for Jason Day at The Masters

An innocent kiss for three-year-old daughter Lucy on the putting green moments before his opening tee shot saw Jason Day’s back injury flare up on day one of The Masters at Augusta National. 12 Apr 2019
MASTERS GALLERY: 50 Best Par-3 Contest images

MASTERS GALLERY: 50 Best Par-3 Contest images

Under cloudless skies, the field for this year's Masters have put the final touches on their game with a last practice round before competing in the traditional Par-3 Contest. Here are the best images captured by Matthew Harris as well as the team of Getty Images photographers at Augusta National. 11 Apr 2019
The last word from Masters contenders

The last word from Masters contenders

Some of the biggest names in the world of golf are hitting their stride as the first round of The Masters approaches. Meanwhile some other fancies are searching for their games. Here is what a few of the favourites of their chances and game before the 83rd Masters gets underway. 11 Apr 2019
Leishman and Smith ready for major glory

Leishman and Smith ready for major glory

After playing well at previous major championships both Cameron Smith and Marc Leishman believe they are ready to win a major. The 2018 World Cup teammates both happy with their games after final preparations for tomorrow’s first round of The Masters. 11 Apr 2019
Scott motivated by major misses

Scott motivated by major misses

Adam Scott admits surrendering chances to win several majors in recent years have weighed on him, but the 2013 Masters winner is using them as motivation to claim a second green jacket at Augusta National this week. 11 Apr 2019
IBF and Ogilvy excited by Aussie Masters chances

IBF and Ogilvy excited by Aussie Masters chances

The Oak tree in front of the clubhouse of Augusta National is a meeting spot for the who’s who of professional golf. Major champions rub shoulders with green jacket wearing members and it is here that two of our former major winners have declared 2019 could be Australia’s year. 11 Apr 2019
TIGER: I don’t need to win again, I want to

TIGER: I don’t need to win again, I want to

It’s been 11 years since Tiger Woods won a major championship and 14 since he won The Masters. But Woods believes that he can win again at Augusta National. 10 Apr 2019
Long and soft Augusta no problem for Smith

Long and soft Augusta no problem for Smith

Cameron Smith’s preparation was all but complete for his third Masters tilt after playing nine hole practice rounds on Monday and Tuesday at Augusta National with some very contrasting playing partners. 10 Apr 2019
Scalped Masters ticket prices skyrocket

Scalped Masters ticket prices skyrocket

Online scalpers are gouging Masters fans for exorbitant prices to attend the Augusta National major with the cheapest ticket to watch all four rounds starting at $US10,000 ($A14,000). 10 Apr 2019
Barnrat a Masters bolter

Barnrat a Masters bolter

Kiradech Aphibarnrat is making his third Masters start and the 29-year-old is hoping to follow good friend Ariya Jutanugarn in the ladies game and become the first Thai male to win a major championship. 9 Apr 2019
Day's short game primed for Augusta: Swatton

Day's short game primed for Augusta: Swatton

Jason Day's long-time coach Colin Swatton says the former World No.1's short game is back to its brilliant best and should be enough to get him in Masters contention once again. 9 Apr 2019
Bad weather threatens Masters practice

Bad weather threatens Masters practice

Adam Scott's habitual radar-watching as an avid surfer has come in handy as wild weather in Augusta threatens to take a full day of practice away from Masters hopefuls. 9 Apr 2019
Smith Masters ready with a little help from his friends

Smith Masters ready with a little help from his friends

Cameron Smith believes the support team he's assembled will play a key role in his quest to join fellow Australian Adam Scott in Masters glory at Augusta National Golf Club this week. 9 Apr 2019
When it comes to Scott, Dad knows best

When it comes to Scott, Dad knows best

Parents are prone to being boastful about their children and their achievements. And Phil Scott has every right to do so when talking about son Adam’s golf career. But the elder Scott’s also knows his son’s game better than anyone, and his assessment of his form bodes well for Adam’s chances this week. 9 Apr 2019
Augusta National’s first impression

Augusta National’s first impression

I have been to a few of the globe’s most storied sporting venues. The MCG and Fenway Park among the standouts. But for all the awe they inspire, nothing compares to Augusta National Golf Club for its ability to leave an overwhelming first impression. 8 Apr 2019
2019 Drive, Chip and Putt champions crowned at Augusta

2019 Drive, Chip and Putt champions crowned at Augusta

Eight junior golfers – four boys and four girls – were crowned champions at the sixth annual Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals held Sunday, April 7, at Augusta National Golf Club. 8 Apr 2019
Different strokes for different Aussie folks

Different strokes for different Aussie folks

Finding the right preparation mix to win a major championship isn’t an exact formula. And as two of Australia’s big hopes this week, Jason Day and Marc Leishman, prove there can be a big difference from player to player. 8 Apr 2019
Family focused Scott at peace at Augusta

Family focused Scott at peace at Augusta

The Sunday before Masters week officially gets underway for most players is a special day for families. Especially the Scott family. 8 Apr 2019
World No.1 wins inaugural Augusta National Women’s Amateur

World No.1 wins inaugural Augusta National Women’s Amateur

Jennifer Kupcho, the world’s top-ranked amateur, played her final six holes in five under par, including an eagle on the par-five 13th, to prevail against Mexico’s Maria Fassi and become the first champion of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur. 7 Apr 2019