2022 Masters - Who is going?

[2bGood]

Just wondering who out there is heading to the Masters next year?

[dmbolp]

Going; got 4 Mondays thru the 2020 lottery

Edited November 29, 2021 by dmbolp

[iBanesto]

Pretty sure most GolfWRX members actually qualified to compete in the 2022 Masters anyway.

 

 

[RobotDoctor]

 

36 minutes ago, dmbolp said:

Going; got 4 Mondays thru the 2020 lottery

 

I got 4 Tuesday badges courtesy of the 2020 lottery.

[Hawkeye77]

I'd been avoiding that big letdown after Thanksgiving, then I saw this!  

[TiScape]

1 hour ago, dmbolp said:

Going; got 4 Mondays thru the 2020 lottery

Monday tickets. So you have to enter a lottery to get in on a day the tournament isn’t even going on??? So basically just a look around the grounds? 

[dmbolp]

Just now, TiScape said:

Monday tickets. So you have to enter a lottery to get in on a day the tournament isn’t even going on??? So basically just a look around the grounds? 

 

Yep, doesn't seem worth it

[TiScape]

5 minutes ago, dmbolp said:

 

Yep, doesn't seem worth it

I agree. But hey, to each their own. Personally I’m only making the effort to go for a tournament day. 

[dmbolp]

Just now, TiScape said:

I agree. But hey, to each their own. Personally I’m only making the effort to go for a tournament day. 

 

I live 2 hours away, been to about 10 Mondays, 1 Wednesday, 1 Saturday.  I think Monday is the best day to be there in person.  Course is in perfect shape, Tiger goes off #1 at 8am on Mondays (if he's there), most of the big names play at least 9 holes, allowed to bring a camera in, all the merch is still available, and tie it to a guys golf weekend the previous FRI-SUN.  And the Sunday night before is the easiest night to get a hotel in town all week, so as to be on the course when the gates open. 

[RobotDoctor]

1 hour ago, TiScape said:

Monday tickets. So you have to enter a lottery to get in on a day the tournament isn’t even going on??? So basically just a look around the grounds? 

 

1 hour ago, dmbolp said:

 

Yep, doesn't seem worth it

 

I went to the Monday practice round in 2015.  While the tournament is not going on it is still worth going.  Seeing the course with your own eyes is very enlightening and a slight shock.  Everyone thinks they know this course well because they have seen it on TV many times over many years.  Being on the grounds offers a perspective that simply cannot be conveyed.  For those who don't want to be bothered going to practice rounds please don't apply.  That gives the rest of us a slightly better chance to be selected.  I will continue to apply for tickets as long as ANGC and The Masters tournament committee offers this option.  Practice rounds or tournament rounds, makes no difference to me.

Edited November 30, 2021 by RobotDoctor

[TiScape]

9 minutes ago, dmbolp said:

 

I live 2 hours away, been to about 10 Mondays, 1 Wednesday, 1 Saturday.  I think Monday is the best day to be there in person.  Course is in perfect shape, Tiger goes off #1 at 8am on Mondays (if he's there), most of the big names play at least 9 holes, allowed to bring a camera in, all the merch is still available, and tie it to a guys golf weekend the previous FRI-SUN.  And the Sunday night before is the easiest night to get a hotel in town all week, so as to be on the course when the gates open. 

Yeah that would be a good experience. A 2 hour drive isn’t bad at all. I’m just not big on watching practice. Have never been able to get into pre-season baseball or football either. But like I said. Nothing but good feelings for anyone that is into it and gets the chance. 
But I’m with Allen…

LOL

Edited November 30, 2021 by TiScape

[bscinstnct]

11 minutes ago, TiScape said:

Yeah that would be a good experience. A 2 hour drive isn’t bad at all. I’m just not big on watching practice. Have never been able to get into pre-season baseball or football either. But like I said. Nothing but good feelings for anyone that is into it and gets the chance. 
But I’m with Allen…

LOL

🤣
 

I know but I imagine, especially if one has never been there, Monday be really cool to see Augusta, see the players (especially TW or the top guys since it gets crazy to try to follow them during the event), and a more chill vibe.

 

As you know, golf if different than going to a baseball game where all the action is right in front of you.

 

Its so spread out in golf and as dope as big TVs are now, it can be much better to watch in the comfort of home. 

[TiScape]

Just now, bscinstnct said:

🤣
 

I know but I imagine, especially if one has never been there, Monday be really cool to see Augusta, see the players (especially TW or the top guys since it gets crazy to try to follow them during the event), and a more chill vibe.

 

As you know, golf is different than going to a baseball game where all the action is right in front of you.

 

Its so spread out in golf and as dope as big TVs are now, it can be much better to watch in the comfort of home. 

Is it?! Has the topic of the comparison ever come up here??? 😂😜🙃

[bscinstnct]

53 minutes ago, TiScape said:

Is it?! Has the topic of the comparison ever come up here??? 😂😜🙃

 

Well, I been million ball games but only one golf event. 2019 PGA Championship. 
 

Went on Thursday and TW was teeing off early so we got there real early, saw some range and then…TW on the practice putting green. It was dope!

 

And fortunately, since it was early and TW and BK we’re teeing off on the 9th, and the ninth like miles away, it was a little wet ground and Bethpage has some hills to traverse, was not even many people on TW first hole!

 

Waiting for TW and got to see Sergio and AScott hit driver on the other hole. AS bigger in person than TV and he piped this ball like just kept rising.

 

Then, TW come waking over and go straight in the porto potty! 🤣. But was quick lol. TW play like crap but got to see him and BK really up close for like 3 holes. Then, was like poof! Millions of TW fans show up and wasn’t worth following anymore since he hacking lol.

 

So, cruised around, parked at a few good holes, saw most everybody. Even saw JD in his golf cart!

 

But, back to my analogy…it must be really tough to follow the leaders and really see much. And on TV you get to see everything! But, I guess if someday TW in the hunt at a major on Sunday, I’ll have to check that out ; )

 

Thats not me in the Tiger get up, I swear! 🤣

 

 

[TiScape]

1 hour ago, bscinstnct said:

 

Well, I been million ball games but only one golf event. 2019 PGA Championship. 
 

Went on Thursday and TW was teeing off early so we got there real early, saw some range and then…TW on the practice putting green. It was dope!

 

And fortunately, since it was early and TW and BK we’re teeing off on the 9th, and the ninth like miles away, it was a little wet ground and Bethpage has some hills to traverse, was not even many people on TW first hole!

 

Waiting for TW and got to see Sergio and AScott hit driver on the other hole. AS bigger in person than TV and he piped this ball like just kept rising.

 

Then, TW come waking over and go straight in the porto potty! 🤣. But was quick lol. TW play like crap but got to see him and BK really up close for like 3 holes. Then, was like poof! Millions of TW fans show up and wasn’t worth following anymore since he hacking lol.

 

So, cruised around, parked at a few good holes, saw most everybody. Even saw JD in his golf cart!

 

But, back to my analogy…it must be really tough to follow the leaders and really see much. And on TV you get to see everything! But, I guess if someday TW in the hunt at a major on Sunday, I’ll have to check that out ; )

 

Thats not me in the Tiger get up, I swear! 🤣

 

 

I agree with your last paragraph. When it comes to golf, I like watching on TV much more than in person. Baseball, definitely in person. Football in person only if I’m on the 50ish. If you are towards the end and the action is on the opposite side of the field, you can’t tell if they picked up 1 yard or 8! 

[TiScape]

2 hours ago, RobotDoctor said:

 

 

I went to the Monday practice round in 2015.  While the tournament is not going on it is still worth going.  Seeing the course with your own eyes is very enlightening and a slight shock.  Everyone thinks they know this course well because they have seen it on TV many times over many years.  Being on the grounds offers a perspective that simply cannot be conveyed.  For those who don't want to be bothered going to practice rounds please don't apply.  That gives the rest of us a slightly better chance to be selected.  I will continue to apply for tickets as long as ANGC and The Masters tournament committee offers this option.  Practice rounds or tournament rounds, makes no difference to me.

I would agree with you that seeing it on TV/in pictures, doesn’t do it justice. If the only way someone is able to be on the grounds and experience it is by going to a practice round, I say go for it. I’m very fortunate that I have the option, so I pass on the practice. 

[2bGood]

3 hours ago, TiScape said:

I agree. But hey, to each their own. Personally I’m only making the effort to go for a tournament day. 

I have always been a big fan of taking in practice round, great way to see the course and get up closer to the players.

 

I have 4 Wednesday tickets through the lotto so I get to see the par 3 contest. I will end up grabbing a Tuesday ticket and Thursday ticket since I am there.

[TiScape]

12 minutes ago, 2bGood said:

I have always been a big fan of taking in practice round, great way to see the course and get up closer to the players.

 

I have 4 Wednesday tickets through the lotto so I get to see the par 3 contest. I will end up grabbing a Tuesday ticket and Thursday ticket since I am there.

That’s awesome. Enjoy

I haven’t decided if I’m going. If I do it will most likely be Sat/Sun. 

Edited November 30, 2021 by TiScape

[RobotDoctor]

13 hours ago, TiScape said:

I would agree with you that seeing it on TV/in pictures, doesn’t do it justice. If the only way someone is able to be on the grounds and experience it is by going to a practice round, I say go for it. I’m very fortunate that I have the option, so I pass on the practice. 

In your case I would agree.  I've never been to the tournament proper and hope one day I will be able to do that.  One thing I will not do is buy from a ticket broker or scalper.  It is a risky thing to do.  Maybe one day I'll be fortunate enough to be selected in the lottery or be invited by someone.  

[CCTxGolf]

It’s crazy to me that these golf fans are not aware of how insanely competitive the market is for ANGC practice round tickets. This is a HUGE deal. They (practice round tickets) go for literally thousands of dollars (if not won via lottery) and are sold out every single year.

 

A trip to ANGC is in many cases a once in a lifetime experience.

It’s the only venue in golf that can demand this kind of practice round traffic.

[TiScape]

56 minutes ago, CCTxGolf said:

It’s crazy to me that these golf fans are not aware of how insanely competitive the market is for ANGC practice round tickets. This is a HUGE deal. They (practice round tickets) go for literally thousands of dollars (if not won via lottery) and are sold out every single year.

 

A trip to ANGC is in many cases a once in a lifetime experience.

It’s the only venue in golf that can demand this kind of practice round traffic.

I’m fortunate that I’ve been a few times and have never had to enter the lottery or buy from a broker or scalper. I am aware there is a demand for practice tickets, had no idea that they go for thousands! I’ve always thought the lottery was only for tournament days 🤷🏼‍♂️ Haha 😜

[TaylorGreen]

My wife and I have two tickets for Saturday's round (originally got them through the lottery for 2020 spring--was guaranteed getting tickets again via reentering the lottery).  Will be our first time there and as excited as I am to finally see the course, my wife is even more excited.  Playing golf mid-late week prior in Charlotte with in-laws and staying Friday night in Columbia for the 60 mile trek to Augusta Saturday morning.  

[2bGood]

Surprised so few wrx members are making the pilgrimage this year. 

Edited February 22, 2022 by 2bGood

[North Texas]

On 11/29/2021 at 7:30 PM, dmbolp said:

 

Yep, doesn't seem worth it

 

So you applied for Monday tickets even though it doesn't seem worth it?

[texasdave]

Have 4 practice round tickets for Tuesday from the 2020 lottery but two of my buds are iffy this time  around...should be able to find replacements pretty easily!!

[dugue4]

I assume the lottery is over for this year, but how does one apply for next year's?

[dcmidnight]

18 hours ago, 2bGood said:

Surprised so few wax members are making the pilgrimage this year. 

 

I'm not really. People who won these tickets won them three years ago. Situations/things/life changes. Frankly its been such a hassle scheduling and cancelling things twice already if we had gotten postponed on again, I'd probably be selling my tickets right now. 

So, I guess I'm not too surprised that some people who won tickets decided not to/cant go.

[golfnz34me]

I'm going, and taking my 83 y/o dad, even though it's just for the Monday practice round.  I was so psyched when I won the lottery in 2019 that my dad would have a chance to go to Augusta while he's still around.  Fingers crossed the Omicron Persei-8 variant doesn't pop-up before the tourney.

[dugue4]

4 minutes ago, golfnz34me said:

 Fingers crossed the Omicron Persei-8 variant doesn't pop-up

Is that you Lrrr?

[Swisher]

I'm sure this has been answered elsewhere so apologies, but has anyone here made the journey on tournament days and tried to pick up a ticket around the grounds/in the town?