The Masters at Augusta Delayed Due to Weather, Tee Times Pushed Back

The highly anticipated opening round of The Masters at Augusta National has been delayed by at least an hour due to adverse weather conditions, prompting officials to push back tee times for the prestigious golf tournament.

South Africa’s Erik van Rooyen and Jake Knapp were set to kick off the tournament by hitting the opening tee shot at 8am local time, but inclement weather including thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds forced a delay in the start.

The final group of Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa, and Tommy Fleetwood is now scheduled to begin their round at 2pm, leaving the possibility of play extending into the late hours of the evening.

Augusta National Golf Club, situated in Georgia near the border with South Carolina, is renowned for hosting The Masters, attracting top golfers from around the world to compete for the coveted green jacket.

Notable figures include previous champions such as Bryson DeChambeau, Cam Smith, Brooks Koepka, Jon Rahm, and Phil Mickelson, adding to the excitement of this year’s tournament.

Among the exclusive members of Augusta National are renowned individuals like Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, and Condoleezza Rice, reflecting the club’s prestigious status in the golfing world.

Tiger Woods, a five-time champion at The Masters, has made a surprise appearance at Augusta National, sparking speculation about his potential return to competitive play after recent injuries.