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2018 Masters Guide

With the 2018 Masters officially kicking off this week, we’ve got your complete guide to all of the events, first-round tee times, Gate 6 Hospitality and more.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday: Par 3 Contest (3 p.m. ET, ESPN)

A fan favorite every year, the Masters Par 3 contest is a tradition of fun and family that fans always flock to. Coverage starts at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN’s YouTube channel, followed by the contest on ESPN at 3 p.m. ET.

Wednesday: Final Practice at Augusta

A final chance for players to get some shots in and hit the course before the first round tees off on Tuesday.

Wednesday: Golf Week Concert Series – Lil’ Jon

Thursday: The Grand Ole Rager – Keith Urban

Friday: Golf Week Concert Series – Nelly

First Round Tee Times

The first round of the 2018 Masters tees off on Thursday. Here’s a quick look at when some fan favorites tee off for their first round of 18 at Augusta National Golf Club.

Vijay Singh: Group 7, 9:36 a.m. ET

Zach Johnson, Martin Kaymer: Group 11, 10:31 a.m. ET

Tiger Woods, Tommy Fleetwood: Group 12, 10:42 a.m. ET

Sergio Garcia, Justin Thomas: Group 13, 10:53 a.m. ET

Bubba Watson, Henrik Stenson, Jason Day: Group 14, 11:04 a.m. ET

Patrick Reed, Carley Hoffman: Group 15, 11:15 a.m. ET

Trevor Immelman, Ian Poutler: Group 18 9:36 a.m. ET

Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, Matt Kuchar: Group 26, 1:27 p.m. ET

Adam Scott, Rory McIlroy: Group 27, 1:38 p.m. ET

Jordan Spieth, Alex Noren, Louis Oosthuizen: Group 28, 1:49 p.m. ET

Justin Rose, Dustin Johnson, Rafael Cabrera Bello: Group 29, 2:00 p.m. ET

Gate 6 Hospitality

From 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET every day, Bullseye Event Group’s Gate 6 Hospitality at the Masters offers fans of all ages the perfect place to relax, grab a drink and something to eat, and watch closed circuit coverage of the 2018 Masters.

Augusta National’s recent closing of Berkman’s Road and the new entrance on Alexander road makes Gate 6 Hospitality pavilion the most convenient hospitality option available to Masters attendees. Boasting over 8,000 square feet of weather protected indoor pavilion opening up to an additional 4,000 square feet of covered outdoor patio seating makes this easy access for the new entrance to Augusta National and Alexander Road.

Daily hospitality 7:00am – 9:00pm, with open premium bar and all you can eat food menu prepared by Celebrity Chef Aaron May.
Guests will enjoy closed circuit Masters coverage on large screen HDTVs, in a lounge atmosphere with soft leather furniture to fill the hospitality Pavilion.
Hospitality Pavilion located on Publix grass lot on Washington Road & Alexander Road outside Gate 6 parking lot.

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Masters Moments: Bubba’s “Banana” Shot

Just a little over one week until the gates are open for the first official round at the 2018 Masters, we’re throwing it back to the 2012 Masters, where Bubba Watson’s second-shot on the second playoff hole would forever become immortalized in Masters glory.

In a year that was rough on some of the PGA favorites, including T-40 finishes for both Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy at +5, the 2012 Masters would feature a first-time major champion for the 8th consecutive year in fan favorite Bubba Watson.

On the second hole of the playoff, after hitting his tee shot far right into the pines, Bubba Watson pulled off a second shot, coined a “banana shot,” that would have fans and experts talking for years.

The legendary approach shot, that was nearly 90-degrees, would put Watson within 10-feet of the cup, with Louis Oosthuizen’s missteps giving him a chance to two-put for his first Masters green jacket.

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Masters Moments: “The Chip”

Just a couple weeks from teeing off at Augusta National, the 2018 Masters is filled with storylines any golf fan will love. We’re looking back at some of the most memorable Masters moments of the last couple of decades, including the 2005 Masters, and “The Chip.”

Getting ready to tee off on the 16th with the lead, Tiger Woods seemed almost destined to fall victim to a furious rally by Chris DiMarco. And matters didn’t get any better when Tiger strayed long while hitting his approach shot on the 16th green. But one shot, which would fondly become known as “The Chip.”

One of the most iconic moments in Masters history. The phenomenal shot, the hovering on the edge, over the hole, and the reaction from Tiger.. truly a Masters Moment. This chip would help Woods save 16, and eventually win another green jacket in a play-off with Chris DiMarco.

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Masters Moments: Tiger’s Introduction

With the 2018 Masters Tournament just weeks away, we’re taking a look at some of the greatest moments from the Masters of year’s past. First up, we head back to 1997 where a young up-and-comer named Tiger Woods introduced himself to golf immortality.

When the young Tiger Woods hit the PGA Tour circuit in 1996, there was always buzz that he was going to be the real deal. And at the 1997 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, we finally got an early glimpse at the dominance that was sure to come.

After finishing the first round in 4th place (-2) after shooting 70 on day 1, Tiger Woods would shoot 66 in the second round, rocketing him to the top of the leader board at -8, where he would stay for the remainder of the Masters. Woods would then shoot a blistering 65 in the third round, putting him nine-strokes above Costantino Rocca, who sat in second at -6, before shooting 69 on championship Sunday, giving him a 12-stroke (-18) victory over second-place finished Tom Kite (-6).

The 1997 Masters Tournament would be Tiger’s first major victory of his career, and would give Woods a margin-of-victory and four-day score record for the tournament. Woods was also the youngest player to ever don the green jacket at just 21 years of age.

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2018 Masters Tournament: Early Odds

As Spring slowly begins to set in, we move closer and closer to a tradition unlike any other, the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia. And with big names returning like Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, an early look at the odds-on favorites to don the famed green jacket in April.

Ranked number one in the world golf rankings, Dustin Johnson is the early favorite at +800 to take home his first green jacket. Johnson has finished in the top 6 at August in each of his last two times competing, finishing tied for 6th (-9) in 2015 and tied for 4th (-1) in 2016. Johnson also holds the title as the only golfer to make three eagles in one round in Masters history.

World #3 Jordan Spieth is the second odds-on favorite to don the green jacket, with +900 odds. Spieth, who won the 2015 Masters with a staggering -18 finish, finished in second place (-2) in 2016 before struggling in 2017 with a tied for 11th (-1) finish.

Back on the major circuit and expected to compete in the Masters Tournament for this first time since 2015 (and just the second time since 2013), Tiger Woods returns to Augusta National a four-time Masters champion, looking to get his game back on track after years struggling with scandal, injury and surgeries. Woods currently sits at 544th in the world golf rankings.

A look at the rest of the early 2018 Masters odds, courtesy of Sportsbook:

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2017 Masters: Gate 6 Hospitality

Now officially under one month until we tee off at the 2017 Masters in Augusta, it’s time to get your plans set for a tradition unlike any other. Whether you’re set and ready to go, or looking for tickets, Bullseye has you covered. But what about Masters Hospitality, for before, after and even during the rounds?

At Bullseye, we pride ourselves in providing the world’s best hospitality at some of the largest sporting events in the world. Our 2017 Players Tailgate at Super Bowl LI in Houston, Texas was rated the #1 experience during Super Bowl weekend. And once again, we’re bringing our famed hospitality BACK to the Masters, with Gate 6 Hospitality!

The Masters is a completely different event where Augusta National is the attraction. That is why we have brought our hospitality expertise and experiences to the Masters, and challenged ourselves to provide the highest level experience in our one-of-a-kind hospitality pavilion for just $200.

2017 Gate 6 Hospitality at The Masters features:

The Food

Keeping up with our “it’s always about the food” themes, we have selected the best caterer in the United States, celebrity chef Aaron May, to bring a five-star, all-you-can-eat buffet to 2017 Gate 6 Hospitality. The famous restauranteur behind a stable of restaurants, including Over Easy, 18 Degrees, The Lodge and Mabel’s on Main, May was inducted into the Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame as “Chef Extraordinaire” in 2010. His restaurants have appeared on the Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and The Learning Channel’s Best Food Ever. Chef May has also garnered attention from national publications including Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, Sunset Magazine and USA Today.

Gate 6 Saturday Night Live with a PGA Pro

At Gate 6 Hospitality’s Saturday Night Live with a PGA Pro, enjoy unlimited food and a premium open bar, all while visiting with and listening to a special Q&A session with a famed PGA Pro (To Be Announced). At the 2016 Masters, Saturday Night Live with a PGA Pro was an incredible hit, with none other than world-renowned golfer John Daly taking center stage. You won’t want to miss it.

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2017 Masters Predictions

Nearly two weeks away from a tradition unlike any other, the 2017 Masters promises to be one of the most competitive and exciting tournaments to date. What are some of the experts saying about their predictions on this year’s edition of the Masters at August National?

Michael Bamberger, senior writer for Sports Illustrated

“Sergio (Garcia). Just when you didn’t think it was possible. I’ve been watching some Ballesteros and Olazabal Augusta highlights recently. There is a Spanish style of golf that is all its own, and Sergio has it in spades, despite the lack of art with the putter. But with his driving game and iron play, coupled with his low expectations, he could surprise himself and the rest of us, too (present company excluded).” – via Golf.com

Kyle Robbins, staff writer for SBNation Golf

“The Japanese young gun isn’t just beating everyone, he’s blowing dudes off the face of the earth. In his four wins to close 2016, his margin of victory totaled 19 shots. Sure, a couple of those events were in Japan and another was Tiger’s Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas. But I don’t care if you’re playing mini-tour events, ethering the field four times in five starts like that is insane. So, why now, what changed for Hideki? He figured out how to putt. Matsuyama’s always been a brilliant tee-to-green player, but he was 103rd on tour in strokes gained putting in 2016. If he keeps that pace up this season, he’s gonna win The Masters. By, like, a lot.” – via SBNation

Elizabeth Bethel, staff writer for FanSided Network

“The competition is intense. There’s very little room for mistakes. Winning The Masters isn’t easy. Those who win the tournament more than once are among golf’s most elite and entitled to claim a very special place in the game’s history. My prediction: The 2017 Masters champion will be a previous winner.” – via FanSided

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Teeing Off at the 2017 Masters

Just a little more than a month away, the 2017 Masters at Augusta National promises to be as exciting as ever. Coming off of the 2016 Masters, a tournament that boasted the fewest players in the field (89) since 2002, this year’s tradition unlike any other already has 85 confirmed golfers that have been invited the tournament. Is your favorite on the list?

Past Champions

Past winners of The Masters have a lifetime invite to take the field for an upcoming Masters tournament. Previous green jacket winners that are confirmed to be taking to Augusta for the 2017 Masters are:

U.S. and British Open Champions

Recent winners (within the past five years) of both the U.S. and British Open championships are given an automatic invite to the upcoming Masters tournament. The winners of the U.S. and British Open championships within the past five years, receiving the invite to this year’s 2017 Masters tournament are:

Rest of the Invites (So Far)

Aside from the major invitations listed above, there are an abundance of qualifications that can get a golfer invited to the Masters Tournament, including Players Championship winners, PGA Champions, the Top 12 from the previous year’s Masters and more. The rest of the so-far 85 invitees to the 2017 Masters:

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2017 Masters: Getting Ready for Augusta

As the grounds begin to thaw and the sun begins to shine, a “tradition unlike any other” lies upon the horizons. The 2017 Masters Tournament at Augusta National, the 81st installment of the biggest major tournament of the year on the PGA Tour, is set to tee off on April 6, 2017. Looking to travel to Augusta for the big tournament? Here is what you need to know before you go.

2017 Masters Travel Package

So you want to go to Augusta for the 2017 Masters Tournament. But before you’re able to enjoy the warm temperatures and rolling hills of Augusta, you’re going to need to figure out where to stay, and when you’re going.

Bullseye offers a wide array of 2017 Masters Travel Packages, complete with luxurious hotel options and daily transfers to and from Augusta National. The best part? You can pick the package that is best for you! Whether you’re wanting to head to The Masters with the “Championship Package,” for five nights, the “Weekend Rounds Package” for three nights or the “Par 3” and “Opening Rounds” packages for two nights, we’ve got a package that will fit exactly what you’re looking for.

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Where To Eat

While all of our 2017 Masters Travel Packages come with a daily southern-style breakfast, you can’t visit Augusta without trying some of the local cuisine! If you’re willing to get out and do some traveling to downtown Augusta, there are some great places like Frog Hollow Tavern and Abel Brown.

But if you’re wanting to stay close to the course, you can hit up anything along Washington Road, including the popular T-Bonz Steakhouse, and of course, John Daly’s favorite, Hooters.

What (And What Not) To Bring

There is nothing worse than getting to the gates of a large sporting event, only to find out you’ve brought something that you can’t take in with you. That’s why you need to check everything before you go!

The Masters is not your typical everyday sporting event, so you must comply with all of their strict rules that are in place to ensure the best experience possible for golfers and fans alike. Electronics such as cell phones, beepers, tablets, or any other device capable of transmitting video is strictly off-limits within Augusta National limits, as are weapons of any kind, radios, folding armchairs and more.

For a complete list of prohibited items at the 2017 Masters Tournament, click here.

Gate 6 Hospitality

Looking for a place to hang out and grab a drink before and/or after the days round? Or maybe you’ve got tickets for the third and fourth rounds, but you need somewhere to kick back for the first two? Gate 6 Hospitality at The Masters returns in 2017, just steps from the entrance to Augusta National.

Available every day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., featuring a premium open bar and an all-you-can-eat menu prepared by celebrity chefs, Gate 6 Hospitality is every golf fan’s paradise short of being on the course itself. Guests will enjoy closed circuit Masters coverage on large HDTV’s, lounge-like atmospheres with soft leather furniture and parking included at no additional charge.

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2016 Masters In Review

Championship Sunday has come and gone, and another year at the Masters did not disappoint. We recap all of the action from Augusta.

Spieth’s Meltdown

After leading for three and a half rounds into The Masters, world number two and defending Masters champion had a complete meltdown on the 12th hole of the final round on championship Sunday.

Coming up with a quadruple bogey on the 12th hole par-3, Spieth went from being the eventual-champion to being tied for fourth and fighting for his chance to compete in the final five holes.

Spieth’s Masters ended at T-2.

Willett A Winner

The beneficiary of Spieth’s meltdown on the 12th hole was Danny Willett, the world golf ranked #12 golfer from England.

Willett had been on a roll already, but following Spieth’s flounders, Willett went into the clubhouse with a three-stroke lead and never fell below winning his first green jacket.

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