2011 Masters Tickets- The Par 3 Tournament

In 1960 Clifford Roberts started the Par 3 tournament as a way of keeping competitors relaxed before the event starts the next day. Some players take this event seriously whilst others use it as a relaxing afternoon of golf before the tournament proper. The par 3 tournament is seen as a celebration of masters folklore, all the legends gather to participate in this event. Have you considered getting 2011 Masters tickets? Did you know you can get tickets to the par 3 tournament? Let’s discuss what makes the par 3 tournament so great.

The holes

This is a nine hole par 3 course set out on land to the east of the original course. The layout incorporates many lakes and ponds and all holes range in distance between the short second at 70 yards right through to the sixth, the longest at 140 yards. The ground staff have the par 3 course in pristine condition, exactly the same as the real course. These greens are very undulating, difficult to putt but with one advantage: most greens have a large tier in them where the ball will funnel to the hole. Each year at least one hole in one is recorded due to the skill of the player and the design of the green. This provides a thrill to patrons and competitors alike.

The caddies

The par 3 tournament has turned into a family affair. The usual caddies have been given the afternoon off and sons, grandsons, daughters and grandaughters are used as caddies. They usually wear caddy overalls that are too big and carry mini carry bags for their father or grandfather. The real thrill and entertainment comes when they are called into action. The young caddies are usually asked to hit shots across the pond and onto the green. Even the smallest caddies are given the opportunity to putt the ball out and convert the tee shots of their player with full sized putters. The crowd enjoys the show, many youngsters show they have a future in the game by hitting quality shots and holing putts.

The myth (curse?)

Since the par 3 tournament has been played, no player has won the par 3 tournament on the Wednesday and gone on to win the tournament. Many of the games best players have claimed victory in the par 3 tournament. The curse is now 50 years old and still to be lifted.

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