Joe Beningo With Ann Liguori
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Joe Beningo and Ann Liguori discuss the upcoming Masters tournament from Augusta National, highlighting the excitement of the women's amateur championship and the emotional absence of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. Liguori shares her deep admiration for the 12th hole at Augusta, recounting a memorable caddie moment and reflecting on how pivotal it has been in past Masters outcomes. The hosts analyze top contenders including Justin Rose, Chris Goddorup, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka, weighing their form, health, and historical significance. They also celebrate inspiring stories like Gary Woodland’s comeback from brain surgery and express enthusiasm for the return of DeChambeau and Koepka to the PGA Tour. The conversation closes on a personal note with Beningo sharing his wife’s impressive golf performance and the joy of shared competition.
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are both absent from the Masters for the first time since 1994, marking a historic moment in golf.
The 12th hole at Augusta National is one of the most iconic and treacherous holes in golf, with a history of turning tournaments.
Chris Goddorup, in his Masters debut, is a compelling underdog pick after winning two tournaments this year.
Gary Woodland’s return from brain surgery and his recent victory at the Houston Open is a powerful story of resilience.
Scottie Scheffler remains the favorite despite inconsistent starts, but his elite ball-striking and putting could lead to another Masters win.
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Welcome to the Masters: Ann Liguori at Augusta National
“There's nothing like the Masters, nothing. It is heaven on earth, and just walking around, it never gets old.”
Tiger Woods' Absence and the Emotional Impact
The hosts express sadness over Tiger Woods' absence due to a recent arrest and health struggles, noting his planned appearances at the PACT course and Champions Dinner were canceled.
Phil Mickelson's Withdrawal and Historic Absence
Phil Mickelson is also absent due to a personal health matter, marking the first time since 1994 that neither Tiger nor Phil will play in the Masters.
Top Contenders: Justin Rose, Chris Goddorup, and Rory McIlroy
“It'd be an incredible story if he were to win, but he won the Sony Open this year. Yep. He won the Phoenix Open. Yep, yep, yep.”
Scottie Scheffler’s Struggles and Potential Comeback
Despite a slow start to the season, Scheffler remains the favorite due to his elite ball-striking and past dominance, with Liguori noting his ability to make late runs.
“There's nothing like the Masters, nothing. It is heaven on earth, and just walking around, it never gets old.”
“How many guys have lost the Masters on that hole? How about that hole?”
“It'd be an incredible story if he were to win, but he won the Sony Open this year. Yep. He won the Phoenix Open. Yep, yep, yep.”
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Ann Liguori
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Joe Beningo
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Augusta National
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Tiger Woods
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12th Hole
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Scottie Scheffler
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Rory McIlroy
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Brooks Koepka
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Bryson DeChambeau
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Justin Rose
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