The TOP 10 Augusta Masters golf moments of all time

The Augusta Masters, held annually at Augusta National Golf Club, has produced some of the most iconic moments in golf history. Here are ten unforgettable highlights.

From astonishing shots to heartbreaking collapses, Augusta National has provided a stage for unforgettable moments that have defined generations of golfers.

Seve Ballesteros’ Triumph (1980, 1983)

As the first European to win the Masters, Ballesteros’ flair and charisma forever changed the tournament’s international appeal. In 1980, aged 23, Seve won his first Masters and second major championship title, four strokes ahead of runners-up Jack Newton and Gibby Gilbert.

Tiger woods Augusta Masters chip in (2005)

In the 2005 Masters, Tiger Woods famously chipped in on the 16th hole during the final round, a shot that helped him force a playoff and ultimately win his fourth Masters title, and ninth major championship.

The shot was met with a roar from the crowd and became one of the most memorable moments in Masters history. The lead commentator Verne Lundquist gave the now iconic piece of commentary: "Well... here it comes... Oh, my goodness... OH, WOW! In your life have you seen anything like that?!"

Gene Sarazen’s “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” (1935)

Sarazen hit a 4-wood from 235 yards for a double eagle on the 15th hole, forcing a playoff and securing victory the next day.

It was the first double eagle in tournament history, and it allowed him to catch clubhouse leader Craig Wood. Sarazen parred the final three holes, then beat Wood in the tournament’s only 36-hole playoff the next day. Sarazen was the first golfer to hold all four major professional titles in the Masters era, and he competed at Augusta National until 1973.

Ben Crenshaw’s Emotional Win (1995)

Just days after the death of his mentor, Harvey Penick, Crenshaw captured his second Green Jacket, breaking down in tears after sinking the winning putt.

Larry Mize’s Miracle Chip (1987)

Augusta native Larry Mize clinched his first and only major by holing an improbable 140-foot chip shot from off the 11th green to defeat Greg Norman in a playoff.

Mize was tied with Seve Ballesteros and Norman after four rounds. Ballesteros was eliminated in the first hole of the playoff after missing a five-footer for par. On the second playoff hole, Augusta's Par-4 11th, Mize's second shot landed well to the right of the green. It appeared a birdie would be impossible and even a par would be a challenge. Meanwhile, Norman's second shot landed on the edge of the green leaving him a lengthy birdie putt. On his third shot, Mize holed a memorable chip shot with a sand wedge from around 140 feet, giving him the birdie. Norman now had an opportunity to tie, but he failed to sink the putt.

Tiger Woods’ Comeback (2019)

After over a decade without a major win, Tiger Woods’ emotional 2019 victory marked one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, reaffirming his legendary status.

It was Tiger's fifth green jacket, and fifteenth major. Aged 43, he became the eleventh oldest player to win a major, and the second oldest Masters winner, again only bettered by Nicklaus who won at age 46. It was 11 years after his last major win, the 2008 U.S. Open, and 14 years since his last Masters win. Due to the high profile of Woods, and his storied fall from the top of the game due to personal issues and injuries, the victory generated a large amount of publicity around the world, and is regarded as one of the great comebacks in the history of sports.

Bubba Watson’s Hooked Wedge (2012)

In a sudden-death playoff against Louis Oosthuizen, Watson hooked a wedge 40 yards around trees from the pine straw on the 10th hole, setting up a two-putt par to claim his first Masters. The risk had

paid off. With Oosthuizen struggling to get up and down from the fringe, Watson was left with ten feet and two putts to ensure his first Green Jacket.

Phil Mickelson’s Leap of Joy (2004)

After years of near-misses, Phil Mickelson sank an 18-foot birdie putt on the 18th green to win his first major, launching into an uncharacteristic but jubilant leap.

Mickelson shot a final-round 69 and 9-under-par total of 279. Els' final round of 67, which included holding the lead until the last-minute heroics, added up to 280.

Tiger Woods’ Dominance (1997)

Tiger Woods revolutionised the game with his 12-shot victory, finishing at 18-under-par. His iconic fist pumps and remarkable power off the tee made this one of the most dominant performances in golf history.

Jack Nicklaus’ Miracle Win (1986)

At 46 years old, Jack Nicklaus became the oldest winner in Masters history, shooting a final-round 65.

His legendary back-nine charge, including birdies on 13, 15, 16, and 17, secured his sixth Green Jacket.