For Masters Second-Timers, a Chance at a More Normal Augusta National

“I assumed I used to be all proper and I assumed I might carry my ‘A’ sport and are available out right here and win,” he stated. He completed in a tie for forty fourth.

“Course information actually does assist,” he stated this week. “Clearly the extra reps you get, the higher off you’re going to be. It’s by no means going to harm you. So lastly to be out right here for a second time, really feel much more comfy, I do know the place issues are, and I do know form of simply the nuances of all the pieces.”

He stated he had been refining a brand new driver shot and hoped it might supply him an answer for the straighter holes that aren’t at all times suitable along with his favored cuts.

“Final 12 months I attempted working in a draw, and I wasn’t taking part in my sport,” he stated. “I nearly tried to, like, tailor my sport to how the course match as an alternative of taking part in my sport and if the opening didn’t hit me, discover one other manner.”

Champ instructed he was attempting to study from errors, regardless of how completely different the course could also be now. However he and others stated they have been delighted that followers, referred to as patrons in Masters parlance, have been again on the course in restricted numbers.

“It’s a little bizarre, however this feels somewhat extra, clearly, just like the Masters,” he stated simply as a cheer rose from the again 9. “Like I stated, you may hear the followers — that’s in all probability on 16 again over there — so it simply provides you somewhat extra vitality, somewhat extra vibe, particularly for those who’re taking part in effectively.”

The exacting requirements of spectators on the Masters, who’re regarded as among the many most discerning in golf, didn’t hassle Ancer. The pageantry, in spite of everything, is a part of the event’s attraction and, for some golfers, a part of the technique to play somewhat higher.