Norman’s Augusta agony when surrendering a six-shot, final-round lead to Faldo was staggering and unforgettable
The Masters doesn’t start until the back nine on Sunday. As a 14-year-old, getting to the back nine on Sunday was an achievement in itself. BBC television coverage meant Augusta National was far more accessible in the 90s but parental rules provided the nasty counterargument when it came to a Sunday night and a golf tournament played in eastern standard time.
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Written by Ewan Murray
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