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AUGUSTA, Ga.-The Masters golf tournament bills itself as a “tradition unlike any other.”
Charl Schwartzel’s memorable win Sunday at Augusta National Golf Club ranks among the most dramatic dating back to 1934. Schwartzel was one of eight players who held at least a share of the lead on the back nine Sunday at Augusta, when the tournament traditionally is decided.
“This is a dream for me, and the highlight of my golf career by a long shot,” Schwartzel said shooting a final-round 66. “Sometimes I had to remember to breathe.”
On the 50th anniversary of fellow South African Gary Player becoming the first non-American to win the Masters, Schwartzel made birdie on each of the last four holes to secure a two-shot win. He won his first major championship with a final score of 14-under-par 274. Australians Jason Day and Adam Scott tied for second at 12-under.