Snap Chat: Catching Rory McIlroy as the clouds started to break and the blue sky appeared

I Took That: Associated Press photographer gets in the right spot for a big swing at the Masters

SNAP CHAT: Matt Slocum's shot of Rory McIlroy on the ninth hole during the first round at the Masters.

AP photographer Matt Slocum knows his way around the bucolic Augusta National during the week of the Masters — it’s a difficult task with all the regulations that help preserve the aura of the tournament. So, when he saw the light and clouds combining for a perfect backdrop, he knew exactly where he should go to take some tee shots. He also knew how to stay ahead of the patrons to get to his perfect spot. Here’s what he had to say about making this extraordinary image.

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