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Masters Tournament Kicks Off Amidst Hurricane Recovery and Cabrera's Controversial Return

As the Masters Tournament opens, Cabrera returns after incarceration, setting the stage for an event filled with excitement and underlying controversies.

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This year's is the 89th Masters tournament.
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Make no mistake, the Masters is a colossus whether LIV exists or not.
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For better or worse, the Masters, first played in 1934, has almost always been contested in the spring, when tree and grass pollen levels are particularly high.
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For many years, Augusta National was accused of defiantly dragging its heels on progressive issues, but a change of direction within the last 15 years means that the club is now an influential leader in one of the world’s most traditional sports.
Angel Cabrera welcomed back to the Masters after serving prison sentence
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Shane Lowry is no stranger to major tournament success.
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While the Masters is arguably the easiest major to win because of its small field that includes aging past champions, the Par 3 is much easier, because most players don’t even try.
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Whether Augusta should have honoured that entry condition has been widely questioned after the Argentinian spent 30 months in jail.
Augusta National chair defends allowing Cabrera to return to Masters
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LIV Golf needs its players to shine this week.
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Updated: Apr 10th, 2025, 9:08 AM ET

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The 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National, amidst lingering effects of Hurricane Helene, features Scottie Scheffler defending his title as world No. 1 and Rory McIlroy pursuing a career Grand Slam. In a noteworthy return, two-time Masters champion Angel Cabrera appears after serving time for domestic abuse, stirring mixed reactions. While the atmosphere builds with light winds expected, there are concerns over allergy conditions amidst the picturesque landscape. Past champions, current favorites, and exciting new challengers highlight a competitive environment, promising an engaging tournament in the wake of Cabrera's controversial comeback.

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The 89th Masters Tournament is finally here, with the world's best golfers taking on the picturesque Augusta National Golf Club in pursuit of the coveted green jacket.
Defending champion and World No. 1-ranked player Scottie Scheffler leads the field into the first major championship of the 2025 golf season, facing notable challengers like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Hideki Matsuyama, and Dustin Johnson.
The Masters remains a colossal event in the golf world, drawing immense attention even amid ongoing tensions between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, making it truly special for passionate golf fans.

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