Watson a character transformed as he wins Masters title

Bubba Watson outduelled rookie Jordan Spieth at Augusta National to deny the young Texan a place in the record books and earn himself a second Masters victory in three years.

The left-handed American, who a year ago felt overwhelmed on his return to defend the title he won in 2012, was a transformed character over four rounds this week, finishing with a three-under-par 69.

Having gone into the final round in a share of the lead with 20-year-old Spieth, Watson survived an early wobble to turn the tables on his compatriot, running out a three-shot winner on eight under.