On Friday, the world’s most prestigious golf tournament – the Masters Tournament at Augusta National in Georgia – took a surprising turn. Among them, of note, were past champions Zach Johnson, Jason Dufner, and Henrik Stenson. Notable names to miss the cut were Phil Mickelson, Sergio Garcia and Dustin Johnson. The surprising results are indicative of how dynamic and competitive this highly-lauded event has become.
Lefty almost made it Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters champion, had an awful run of play, finishing with a five-over total. This low score would place him close to last place on the leaderboard. He was soon joined in the clubhouse by fellow LIV Golf compatriots Brooks Koepka and Cameron Smith, both of whom completed their campaigns on a five-over total. The success of these remarkable talents has taken the golf world by storm, especially considering the history they have already made within the world of professional golf.
Other Notable Names Miss the Cut
Joining Mickelson, former Masters champions Mike Weir and Adam Scott missed the cutline. Fred Couples, known for his aptitude and longevity in the tournament, made his 40th appearance in the Masters. Sadly, he ended up two shots missing the cutline. The event turned bittersweet for two-time winner Bernhard Langer. Sadly, he was not able to live his last start at Augusta National to the fullest.
2009 champion Angel Cabrera plummeted to 11-over, not keeping up his end of the bargain to provide a hot and cold contrast. The weekend rounds It’s shocking not to see some of these established players not making the cut, but that’s often the unpredictability that major tournaments bring.
A Diverse Field Advances
Even with some big names missing the cut, a total of 53 players qualified for the 36-hole cut at Augusta National. It’s an extraordinary accomplishment, reflecting the remarkable pool of talent from which we draw. Players from 16 separate nations made it through, highlighting the worldwide attraction of the Masters Tournament. Bryson DeChambeau, a LIV player, played great and easily made the cut. He was only a single shot adrift of halfway leader Justin Rose.
The Masters has proven itself to be a stage where up-and-coming players as well as long-time stars compete for greatness. As the tournament progresses into the weekend, fans eagerly await how the remaining competitors will navigate the challenging course at Augusta National.
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