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At the Masters, one rule for keeping toddlers quiet: Don’t say ‘birdie’

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A Georgia icon attended the 1960 Masters. He’s been every year since.

Will Cam Young break through? Here’s what to expect Sunday at Augusta National

2026 Masters final-round tee times and groups for Sunday

This Masters set for thrilling Sunday after all

Masters Round 3 surprises, disappointments: Rory McIlroy leaves the door open

UGA leads all college programs with 4 former players in Masters final round

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Former UGA football star’s first Masters trip sparks idea for second career

The former Bulldogs linebacker and current Philadelphia Eagles edge ran into familiar faces from his football career around Augusta National’s 13th hole.

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Catch up on all of the AJC’s content during Masters week

The AJC has you covered with in-depth coverage from all parts of Augusta National for the 90th edition of the Masters. ...

Georgia high schooler on Masters debut: ‘Everything I dreamed it would be’

South Georgia high schooler Mason Howell didn't make the cut in his Masters debut. But he said he'll remember forever the experience playing alongside Rory McIlroy.

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Georgia high schooler on Masters debut: ‘Everything I dreamed it would be’

South Georgia high schooler Mason Howell didn't make the cut in his Masters debut. But he said he'll remember forever the experience playing alongside Rory McIlroy.

Masters round 3: Here’s what to expect Saturday at Augusta National

Rory McIlroy birdied six of the final seven holes on Friday to take a 6-stroke lead over the field, the largest 36-hole lead in Masters history.

Surprises and disappointments: Tyrrell Hatton’s 66 provides 2nd-round boost

A look at the surprises and disappointments from the second round of the Masters, including Tyrell Hatton's big day and Bryson DeChambeau's nightmare on 18.

Masters’ ticket-resale restrictions are popular subject in Augusta

A once-sumptuous secondary ticket market has become desolate as the Masters is ruling with an iron fist to stop what it deems unwanted ticket exchanges.

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Atlanta Dream reportedly to re-sign three key players to new contracts

According to several ESPN reports, the Atlanta Dream are re-signing three key players, firming up their roster more after the addition of Angel Reese last week.

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Angel Reese makes Atlanta Dream more popular, now she’s under pressure to win

The Dream immediately got better with the addition of Angel Reese. But both she and the team itself will be under more pressure to win than ever.

Masters resale: Gnomes lead the secondary market outside Augusta National

Patrons who miss out on Masters gnomes at Augusta National have secondary market options. But they're not cheap.

A UGA legend showed up for the 1960 Masters. He’s been every year since.

Longtime Georgia Bulldogs broadcaster and columnist, Loran Smith, 87, says he still burns with the curiosity to find stories.

Rory McIlroy’s hot start stokes discussion of back-to-back green jackets

Former champions Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed are in the Masters mix entering the second round at Augusta National.

Masters round 2: Here’s what to expect Friday at Augusta National

Augusta National is playing difficult in the 2026 Masters. Will Bryson DeChambeau make the cut?