Tom Watson Joins The Masters Honorary Starters

Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson at the 2022 Masters (The Masters)

It wasn’t the prettiest morning but the privilege remained as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and newcomer Tom Watson kicked off the 2022 Masters.

First, Player’s introduction by Fred Ridley and shot :

Gary Player, three-time Masters champion, has been part of the Honorary Starters since 2012. #themasters pic.twitter.com/2HNE2zImYx

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 7, 2022

And Jack Nicklaus:

63 years since he played in his first Masters, Jack Nicklaus returns once again to be part of the Honorary Starters. #themasters pic.twitter.com/pf7vKzE3Tz

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 7, 2022

Watson gave an impromptu speech as only he can to show his gratitude in joining the festivities.

With 15 top-10 Masters finishes and a legacy that will last a lifetime, Tom Watson joins the Honorary Starters. #theMasters pic.twitter.com/AXMu9McRop

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 7, 2022

The group held court in the media center after and I’ll have a full roundup in the Quadrilateral.