Tom Watson will join Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player on the first tee at this year’s Masters early on Day 1 as an honorary starter.
Augusta National announced Tuesday the addition of Watson, a two-time Masters champion, to the group. It’s unclear if Watson will be a permanent member of the threesome or if this year’s appearance is a one-off.
“Augusta National in April is one of my favorite places to be,” Watson said in a statement. “With the many fond memories of both watching the Masters as a youngster and then competing in the tournament for so many years, I am greatly honored to join my friends and fellow competitors, Jack and Gary, as an honorary starter in this upcoming Masters.