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First Time at Masters: Surprising Things, What It's Like at Tournament ...
My first time at the Masters Tournament lived up to all of the hype. I think this is a worthy bucket-list experience for anyone — even those who don't follow golf. Elliott Harrell 2026-04-13T15:51:12.182Z I went to the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, with my husband for the first time this year. Cellphones aren't allowed, and buying the exclusive merchandise feels like shopping on Black Friday. I didn't feel like I knew what was going on most of the time, but I still loved my experience. Going to the Masters Tournament has been on my bucket list for a while. However, getting tickets to the exclusive, decades-old golf event in Augusta, Georgia, is famously difficult.Tickets are accessed through an application and lottery system, which my husband and I have entered for the past decade without any luck. (Sports betting site Bookies.com roughly estimates the odds of winning a single-day ticket are less than 1%, but we've still held out hope each year.) Meanwhile, one-day tickets go for thousands of dollars on resale sites. Although we still didn't win the lottery this year, we were lucky to be offered badges for Friday's round through a local Augusta tourism organization.I'd heard that attending the Masters is an unforgettable experience, and after my first time, I agree: The tournament is one of the few things in life that live up to the hype. I don't think I've ever been around so many happy people. Unlike some other sporting events, the Masters had a lot of peace. David Cannon/Getty Images Everyone I met, from staff to other patrons (they're not called fans at the Masters), seemed genuinely happy to be there. I'm sure the sunny Georgia weather helped, too.Despite being at a sports event, I never saw any squabbles or arguments — just lots of smiles. It was so refreshing to be in this kind, friendly atmosphere. No cellphones are allowed during tournament days. Patrons can make calls from a landline if they'd like. Hector Vivas/Getty Images There's a strict no-cellphone rule at the Masters. If you're caught with one — like one golfer was on Tuesday — you'll get escorted out.I surprisingly loved not having my phone on me. It felt freeing to know I couldn't be reached and that I could fully enjoy the day.And because no one else had their phone, people actually talked to each other. I met so many other patrons because none of us were looking down at our devices.Still, the property has courtesy landlines available, where patrons can call anywhe...
Everything you MUST KNOW before attending the Masters
Planning to attend the Masters at Augusta, or just want to know what it’s like? TG Digital Editor Rob Jerram has you covered.We all think we know the Masters. It’s one of the most famous tournaments in golf with global appeal, but I gained a lot of wisdom on my first visit, and it’s always nice to share.These 14 learnings will make things a bit easier if heading to the first Major of 2026… or to entertain you even if you’re not. 1. It really is undulatingYou’ll have heard it hundreds of times on the television. “The pictures don’t show the undulations.” “It’s a brutal walk.” “There are no flat lies.” Yeah, we get it, it’s hilly. No, but seriously. It is incredibly hilly. It’s an exhausting golf course to stroll, let alone play five or more times in a week (including practice rounds). I’ve been guilty of judging fans who wear golf shoes at tournaments, but this is one where I’d fully encourage it (just don’t wear metal spikes, they’re banned).I’ve always had incredible respect for caddies, but after wandering around Augusta in some serious humidity without having to carry a bag or work out a single yardage, that respect has multiplied.I’m in my 40s and reasonably fit (I play an undulating course at home and like to carry my bag) but my smart watch (yes, they’re allowed, just make sure data is turned off) couldn’t wait to tell me that my heart rate had been consistently high as I walked the entire course on the final practice day for this piece. I wasn’t carrying a bag, just to be clear – I’m not a weirdo. All I had on my person was a camera (more on that shortly) and a bottle of Powerade (other sports drinks are available, but when in Rome, etc).Now, I certainly wouldn’t put my ankle in the same league as Tiger’s but it’s far from my strongest joint after a couple of breaks and ligament damage in my younger days. By the end of the 18 holes, which I walked at a pretty casual pace, stopping to chat with some patrons and take some pictures, I was exhausted. Like this article? Click here to add Today’s Golfer as a preferred source on Google.Alright, I’ll admit the last four holes may not have been helped by the peach ice cream sandwich and Crow’s Nest beer I had at one of the many concessions stands, but, again, when in Rome, etc. Sweat was dripping off me, my feet were feeling the burn despite wearing some of the best golf shoes, and my legs felt like I’d done a workout. My watch told me I’d climbed the equivalent of 31 flights of stairs and walked more than 1...
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Most importantly, the dream was on. A general view of the clubhouse during a practice round prior to the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 07, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia.
