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Masters Golf
Scottie Scheffler celebrates after chipping in for birdie on the 12th hole during the second round at the Masters golf tournament, Friday, April 11, 2025, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Even the azaleas at Augusta National seem to love Scottie Scheffler. The magnolia trees weren't so friendly, though.
The two-time Masters champion's title defense took some unusual detours into the flora surrounding Augusta National's ryegrass fairways and bentgrass greens Friday, and if he hopes to win a third green jacket Sunday, he'll have to rally from another unfamiliar spot — three shots outside the lead.