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Golf Legend Gary Player Disappointed by Augusta's Refusal

2/13/2026

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Gary Player, a three-time Masters champion and honorary starter since 2012 at Augusta National Golf Club, expresses disappointment after the club refuses to let him play with his grandsons.
He has made 52 Masters appearances.
Player criticizes the club's current management and says other prestigious courses would accommodate such requests.
At 90 years old, he cherishes Augusta.
He longs to share it with his family.

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Gary Player, a three-time Masters champion and honorary starter since 2012 at Augusta National Golf Club, expresses disappointment after the club refuses to let him play with his grandsons.
He has made 52 Masters appearances.
Player criticizes the club's current management and says other prestigious courses would accommodate such requests.
At 90 years old, he cherishes Augusta.
He longs to share it with his family.