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Ranking Top Golfers Ahead of the 2017 Masters

With the ceremonial opening tee shots drawing near (sadly without Arnold Palmer), it’s time for our annual pre-Masters power ranking. Jason Day topped the 2016 edition.

What goes into the breakdown? A look at recent play at Augusta, key statistical indicators, a golfer's last five starts and a glance at his Official World Golf Ranking and Sagarin Ranking.

How do we factor in Jason Day’s recent unfortunate news? How do we rank the Dustin Johnson-Jordan Spieth-Rory McIlroy trio? Who fills out the top 10?

Who surprises with a position in the top 25? Click through for the full ranking and all the answers.