Mastering the Masters: Your Golf Tournament Guide
The Masters Golf Tournament has begun, and it’s one of the most exciting golf events of the year. Each year the world holds its collective breath as the best golfers worldwide compete in the Masters Tournament. The Masters is one of the preeminent golf tournaments, and only the best golfers across the globe qualify. Keep reading to learn all about the Masters Golf Tournament, including its rich history, this year’s productions, and how you can add some excitement by betting on the Masters.
2024 Masters Golf Tournament Details
When is the Tournament?
The Masters Golf Tournament began April 8, running through April 14. It’s an annual tournament held the first full week of April. It’s also the first major golf tournament of the year and is one of the finest tournaments of the PGA Tour.
Where is the Tournament Held?
The Masters Tournament is always held in Augusta, Georgia, at the Augusta National Golf Club.
How Long Is the Masters Golf Tournament?
If you include the many events that occur alongside the tournament, The Masters Golf Tournament lasts an entire week. As a result, many refer to it as Masters Week.
Who Competes in the Masters?
To be able to compete in the Masters, golfers must qualify for one of 20 criteria, which consists of criteria such as lifetime Masters Tournament champions, PGA champions, and current Olympic gold medalists. A total of 106 amateurs and pros, including past champions who have lifetime exemptions, were invited to play in the event. 89 of the invitees are listed as competing as of the start of the event.
History of the Masters
The Masters has a rich history that dates back to the early 20th century. It was the brainchild of Bobby Jones, who wanted to build a golf course after retiring from professional golf. The first Masters was held in 1934 and has been held every year since, except from 1943 to 1945 due to WWII.
The Americans dominated the early years of the tournament. Many famous American golfers like Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus rose to fame by winning the coveted green jacket.
As American golf tournaments began to attract more international attention, some of the best golfers from around the world started coming to compete at Augusta National. During the 1980s and 90s, non-Americans won just as much as American golfers, which speaks to the global appeal of the Masters Tournament.
Masters Golf Traditions
Perhaps the most iconic tradition from the Masters tournaments is the Green Jacket. In addition to a cash prize, the tournament winner is given the coveted green jacket. This tradition started in 1949 and has continued ever since. The previous year’s winner has the honor of giving the new winner his jacket.
In addition to the Green Jacket, several events are held, including the Champions Dinner and the Par-3 Contest. The Champions Dinner is held before the first round of the tournament. The defending champion is responsible for choosing the menu, and only previous winners are invited.
The Par-3 Contest is a nine-hole course made up entirely of par 3 holes. The golfers often use their kids as caddies for this event, which adds an air of relaxation and friendliness before the tournament.
There are also strong traditions regarding caddies at the Masters. The club provided caddies for the first 50 years of the tournament, but players have been allowed to use their own for the last 40 years. However, all caddies must wear a special uniform, including a white jumpsuit, a green master cap, and white tennis shoes.
Types of Bets for the Tournament
The only thing better than watching the world’s best golfers compete is placing some bets on your favorite golfer. If you’re wondering how to bet on golf, or specifically, betting on the Masters, then it’s essential to understand the different types of bets for the tournament.
Outright Winner
One of the most straightforward bets on the Masters is selecting the outright winner from the field. This kind of bet comes with long odds, but if your golfer pulls through, you’re in for a big payday.
Top 5, 10, or 20 Finish
In addition to selecting the outright winner, you can select a golfer to finish in the top 5, 10, or 20.
Matchup
One of the more interesting ways to bet on the Masters is through head-to-head matchups. This type of bet requires you to select a pairing of golfers and identify who you think will have a better tournament.
Group Leaders
The tournament opens with group play. During this stage of the tournament, you can select the golfer from each group you think will perform the best.
How to Bet on Golf in Las Vegas
However you choose to bet on golf in Las Vegas, the Masters Golf Tournament is one of the most exciting sports betting events of the year. If you want to find a watch party where you can surround yourself with other golf aficionados, the sportsbook is the place to be. Circa Sports is the ultimate sportsbook in Las Vegas for golf sports betting. Stop by Circa Resort, the D, or one of the other Circa Sports locations in Las Vegas to place your bets in person.
If you can’t make it to Circa Sportsbook, you can place your bets using the Circa Sports Betting app. The app gives you access to live odds and allows you to place bets anywhere you have Internet access. Plus, you can deposit and withdraw your funds at your leisure. You can download the app on iOS or Android to have your bookie right in your pocket and bet wherever you are in Las Vegas.
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