THE MASTERS

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In addition to the storyline of it likely being Tiger Woods' first tournament since a car accident, this year also marks the 25th anniversary of his first Masters and major tournament win that forever changed the game of golf.

He wouldn’t say how he got two; signage in the store said the Masters was limiting them to one per person. That they will, whether it’s gnomes, shirts, belts, hats and anything else they can get with the Masters logo. There’s countless reasons why: not everyone can get to the Masters since the ticket is among the toughest in sports, and the Masters also doesn’t sell merchandise online — except for some images, the Masters Journal and the Masters Annual that recaps tournament week. And for the record, many on-site shoppers got bad news once they got into the Masters store Tuesday. ___More AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.

The boxes weren’t flying off the shelves.

The Masters is scheduled for April 7-10, 2022 at Augusta National in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Scott Audette) (Scott Audette)AUGUSTA, Ga. — (AP) — A comeback unlike any other for Tiger Woods might start at the Masters. The Masters does not have a firm deadline to commit like regular tour events. Doctors said Woods shattered tibia and fibula bones in his right leg in multiple locations. That he is even contemplating playing in this Masters is remarkable in its own right. Woods has played the Masters 21 times as a pro, and it’s the only major where he has never missed the cut.

The Masters is scheduled for April 7-10, 2022 at Augusta National in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Scott Audette) (Scott Audette)AUGUSTA, Ga. — (AP) — A comeback unlike any other for Tiger Woods might start at the Masters. The Masters does not have a firm deadline to commit like regular tour events. Doctors said Woods shattered tibia and fibula bones in his right leg in multiple locations. That he is even contemplating playing in this Masters is remarkable in its own right. Woods has played the Masters 21 times as a pro, and it’s the only major where he has never missed the cut.

According to multiple reports, Woods was seen practicing at the iconic course in Augusta, Georgia, with his son Charlie.

According to multiple reports, Woods was seen practicing at the iconic course in Augusta, Georgia, with his son Charlie.

According to multiple reports, Woods was seen practicing at the iconic course in Augusta, Georgia, with his son Charlie.

On The Fringe Mickelson Golf FILE - Phil Mickelson walks off the 14th green after missing a birdie putt during the third round at the PGA Championship golf tournament on the Ocean Course, Saturday, May 22, 2021, in Kiawah Island, S.C. It will be the first time Mickelson is not at the Masters since 1994, when he was recovering from a broken leg suffered while skiing. Because this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reshape how the PGA Tour operates.”The interview took place last November. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said at The Players Championship he has not spoken with Mickelson and it was a conversation he looked forward to having when Mickelson was ready to call. Mickelson won the first of his six majors at the 2004 Masters, and a silhouette of his leap when his winning birdie putt fell ono the 18th hole is now his personal logo.

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FILE - Dustin Johnson waves after winning the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Ga., in a Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, file photo. Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley said Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, the club intends to allow a limited number of spectators for the Masters on April 8-11, provided it can be done safely, given the coronavirus pandemic. Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley said Tuesday the club intends to allow a limited number of spectators for the Masters on April 8-11, provided it can be done safely amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Ridley said holding the Masters with only essential personnel made the club confident in its ability to stage a major championship with limited fans. For the Augusta National Women's Amateur and the Drive, Chip and Putt Finals, limited patrons would be allowed, most likely family members.

Tiger Woods helps Masters' champion Dustin Johnson with his green jacket after his victory at the Masters golf tournament Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)AUGUSTA, Ga. – Nothing ever comes easily for Dustin Johnson in the majors, except for when he slipped his arms through that Masters green jacket Sunday. Johnson overcame a jittery start that conjured memories of past majors he failed to finish off. His five-shot victory was the largest at the Masters since Woods won by 12 in 1997. “As a kid, you're dreaming about winning the Masters, having Tiger put the green jacket on you. No one had a better finish than defending champion Tiger Woods, but only after the five-time Masters champion posted the highest score of his career — three balls in Rae's Creek for a 10 on the par-3 12th hole.

The Latest on Week 10 in the NFL (all times EST):___8 p.m.From Kyler Murray magic to Alex Smith’s latest milestone, it was quite the day for quarterbacks selected first in the NFL draft. The Cardinals beat Buffalo 32-30 on a 43-yard touchdown pass from Kyler Murray to DeAndre Hopkins with 2 seconds left, dropping the Bills record to 7-3. Brees was shaken up on a sack in the second quarter when Kentavius Street landed on him. 1 pick Joe Burrow, threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Jakeem Grant with 58 seconds left in the first quarter. Cole had scored on a franchise-record 91-yard punt return in the second quarter.

Paul Casey matched his lowest score at the Masters with a 7-under 65, giving him a two-shot lead among half the field fortunate to play in perfect scoring conditions. It was the fifth hole, which he bogeyed all four rounds last year when he won the Masters. He was joined by Xander Schauffele, a runner-up to Woods last year, who had seven birdies in his round of 67. The delay was the last thing the Masters needed with limited daylight hours leading to the two-tee start. The loudest cheer — applause, certainly not a roar — came for Nicklaus and Player hitting tee shots so early that they couldn't see where they landed.

If you’re clicking around on the remote control while watching TV this weekend, odds are, you’ll stumble on som sights of Augusta National Golf Club. Yes, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, that will be the case for the first time in the history of the illustrious tournament. Paul Casey of England plays a shot on the second hole during a practice round prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on November 09, 2020 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith) (Getty Images)One of the reasons the Masters is often the most-rated golf tournament is the stunning sight of azaleas and other flowers throughout the course. No fansThis won’t be any different from any other golf tournament or major sporting event this year.

(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)Nothing about this Masters will look familiar until the champion slips his arms through a green jacket. The purple, pink and white blooms of azaleas and dogwoods, which provide such a magnificent accent to Augusta National in spring, give way to the orange and gold hues of autumn. No need for those green “Golf Traffic” signs posted about the city, or people lining the streets of Washington Road looking for tickets. For the veterans, it might not be much different from their scouting trips to Augusta National. But nowhere else than Augusta National will the quiet be so difficult to ignore.

The 2020 British Open has been canceled due to coronavirus, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, or R&A, announced on Monday. It's the first time since World War II that the golf championship has been canceled. The British Open is the oldest golf tournament. It's one of the four majors, which also include the U.S. Open, the PGA Championship and The Masters. The R&A said tickets and hospitality packages for the 2020 British Open would be valid for use in 2021.

The Masters: Jim Nantz on golf's most historic tournament CBS Sports' Jim Nantz is hosting the coverage of The Masters for the 27th time. Nantz talks about the absence of Tiger Woods and his predictions for the tournament with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.