Entering the first round yesterday, Tiger Woods held an all important psychological advantage over most of his rivals.

Could the rise of golf’s kiddie corps take a back seat this week at the Masters?

Last year I was regularly asked by friends if I ever thought that Tiger Woods would win a tournament or even be competitive again, writes John McHenry.

Once the questions to Phil Mickelson about his long-sleeve, business attire golf shirt and practice-round pairing with Tiger Woods were handled on Tuesday, the three-time Masters champion, making his 23rd start in the season’s first major, was asked whether this was the most anticipated Masters — maybe ever.

Augusta National tremendously favours long-ball hitters, who typically fly the ball high and who can shape the ball at will. 

The Minneapolis Tribune called it a masterpiece. Thirteen-year-old me couldn’t but agree.