The Masters has stood as a pinnacle of excellence in the world of golf since its inception in 1934. Each year, Augusta National Golf Club becomes the stage for unforgettable moments and remarkable achievements, etching its place in the annals of golfing history. Join us as we delve into the records, facts, and stars that have illuminated The Masters throughout the years.
Who holds the record for the most wins at The Masters?
Jack Nicklaus has the most victories at Augusta, with Tiger Woods closely trailing behind. Additionally, Augusta presents various trophies for different achievements during the tournament, including an albatross, eagle, hole-in-one, and the lowest score each day. Remarkably, Nicklaus also holds the record for most of these trophies with an impressive 53. Here are the top three golfers with the most wins at The Masters:
Jack Nicklaus – 6 victories (1963, 1965, 1966, 1972, 1975, 1986)
Tiger Woods – 5 victories (1997, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2019)
Arnold Palmer – 4 victories (1958, 1960, 1962, 1964)
What’s the largest winning margin at The Masters?
Tiger Woods’ inaugural victory at The Masters in 1997 holds the record for the widest margin of victory. He secured a remarkable 12-shot lead over Tom Kite, finishing with a score of 270 (-18).
Who holds the title of the oldest Masters champion?
Jack Nicklaus became the oldest Masters winner at the age of 46 years, 2 months, and 23 days when he claimed his sixth and final Masters victory in 1986. He clinched the title by just one shot over Tom Kite and Greg Norman.
Who holds the record for the youngest Masters champion?
Tiger Woods holds the record as the youngest Masters champion. He was 21 years, 3 months, and 14 days old when he won his first Major title at The Masters in 1997. Although Jordan Spieth was also 21 when he won in 2015, Woods was slightly younger.
Has anyone led The Masters from start to finish?
Five players have led The Masters from the first round to the last. Craig Wood was the first in 1941, followed by Arnold Palmer in 1960 and Jack Nicklaus in 1972. Raymond Floyd accomplished this feat in 1976, and there was a significant gap until Jordan Spieth did it in 2015, capturing his first Major victory at the age of 21.
How many left-handed golfers have won The Masters?
Mike Weir was the first left-handed golfer to win The Masters, followed swiftly by Phil Mickelson in 2004. Mickelson claimed his second title in 2006 and his third in 2010. Bubba Watson joined the list of left-handed champions with victories in 2012 and 2014.
Has anyone secured victory in their debut at The Masters?
Yes, Horton Smith claimed victory on his Masters debut in 1934, followed by Gene Sarazen accomplishing the same feat just a year later. The most recent debutant to win the Green Jacket was Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979.
Who holds the record for the most Masters appearances before their first win?
Sergio Garcia clinched his first Masters victory on his 19th appearance at Augusta. Despite debuting as the leading amateur in 1999, he achieved his best finish, a T4, in 2004 before securing victory in 2017.
Who boasts the most Top-five finishes at The Masters?
Jack Nicklaus holds the record for the most top-five finishes at Augusta. In addition to his six Masters victories, he achieved nine top-five finishes, including four runner-up positions (1964, 1971, 1977, 1981).
Who holds the record for the most consecutive appearances in The Masters?
Arnold Palmer holds the record for the most consecutive appearances in the Masters, having played in the tournament for 50 successive years, from 1955 to 2004. Throughout his illustrious career, he secured four victories, finished as runner-up twice, and landed in the top-10 on 12 occasions.
What is the lowest round ever recorded at The Masters?
The lowest round recorded at The Masters is 63. Nick Price of South Africa achieved this feat during his third round in 1986, while Greg Norman matched it ten years later during his first round. Both players shot a remarkable nine-under-par, with Norman’s 63 also marking the lowest first-round score in Masters history.
What is the highest-ever round recorded at The Masters?
Though unofficial as he did not submit his card and was subsequently disqualified, Billy Casper shot a 106 (34-over-par) in the first round of the 2005 Masters, marking one of the highest rounds ever recorded at the tournament.
Who holds the record for the most cuts made at The Masters?
Jack Nicklaus holds the record for the most cuts made at The Masters, having successfully made the cut an impressive 37 times in his 45 appearances at Augusta.
How many times has The Masters been decided by a playoff?
The Masters has been decided by a playoff on 18 occasions since its inception in 1934. The most recent playoff occurred in 2021, with Sergio Garcia securing his first Major victory by defeating his European Ryder Cup teammate Justin Rose.
What is the count of holes-in-one at The Masters?
Since its inception in 1934, there have been 33 holes-in-one recorded at The Masters. These remarkable shots haven’t all been achieved at the 16th hole during the final round. Additionally, every golfer who makes a hole-in-one at The Masters receives a crystal bowl as recognition of their achievement.
