Masters digest: Debutant Ludvig Aberg turns to an experienced hand on the bag; Olazabal still features aged 58
Inclement weather conditions are forecast for the first round of The Masters on Thursday. Photograph: Doug Mills/The New York Timeswith the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issuing a warning of heavy rainfall and likely thunderstorms to disrupt play.
With just 89 players in the field, any anticipated loss of play on Thursday will be comfortably made up to ensure a traditional Sunday finish.Ludvig Aberg – who made a sensational start to his professional career last year, winning on both the DP World Tour and the PGA Tour in his rookie season – is hoping veteran bagman Joe Skovron will make up for his lack of knowledge of Augusta National for his debut appearance.
Ludvig Aberg of Sweden leaves the 13th green during a practice round prior to the 2024 Masters. Photograph: Andrew Redington/Getty ImagesBroadcaster and author Ann Liguori has an important date to keep in Ireland next month, when – as an international member of Carne Links – she will make sure to be at the award-winning Belmullet course for a members’ golf event.
No doubt Liguori will get an opportunity to recount a tale or two on her visit to Carne in a few weeks time.Jose Maria Olazabal congratulates Jon Rahm after winning the Masters last year. Photograph: Erik S Lesser/EPA
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