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When you come to think of it that is the secret of most of the great holes all over the world. They all have some kind of a twist. C.B. MACDONALD


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April 26, 2023

Major(s) News & Notes, April 27, 2023

April 26, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Strong ratings news for women's golf and NBC deserves credit.

Plus, a(nother) Quail makeover, Gooch and Mickelson talk major exemptions, RIP PReed's Masters Porsche, vintage U.S. Open's hit YouTube and much more.

April 26, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/ 1 Comment
2023 U.S. Open, 2023 PGA, 2023 Masters, Saudi Golf League, Architecture

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April 20, 2023

Major(s) News & Notes April 20th, 2023

April 20, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

The Dinah turns up in Texas, Koepka reflects, Tiger has surgery, USGA sees a record number of U.S. Open entries, Europe's Ryder Cup hopes look promising on paper, a new app to download and much more in the latest News & Notes.

April 20, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters, 2023 PGA Tour, 2023 U.S. Open, 2023 Ryder Cup, 2022 Open Championship

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April 16, 2023

Go Farther!

April 16, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Reactions at the Masters to the current distance proposal should encourage Augusta National and the governing bodies to so as much as possible now.

April 16, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 13, 2023

Masters: Champions, Cutmakers and (Point) Missers

April 13, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

2023's big winners, losers and somewhere in-betweens from another memorable week in Augusta.

The Quadrilateral’s traditional post-Masters roundup of the week.

April 13, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 11, 2023

Masters: CBS Scores Highest Rated Golf Telecast In Five Years

April 11, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Despite an Easter Sunday finish and Saturday's mess, the 2023 Masters scores impressive ratings. Plus, a notes on CBS's added production touches.

April 11, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters, Golf and Television

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April 09, 2023

Quadrilateral Wrap-Up: Jon Rahm Wins The Masters

April 09, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

The Spaniard holds off Brooks Koepka and Phil Mickelson to win by four. Final round notes, quotes and anecdotes from a long-but-exciting Sunday in Augusta.

April 09, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/ 6 Comments
2023 Masters

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April 08, 2023

Friday At The Masters

April 08, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Brooks Koepka surges to -12, Sam Bennett shines, huge pines fall during play and the round is suspended with 39 players on the course. Also, invoking the front and back nines as only they can in Augusta.

April 08, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 07, 2023

Thursday At The Masters

April 07, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Rahm, Koepka, Hovland lead in ideal conditions. Plus, Koepka caddie controversy, Quotables, television does two on-course chats, Honorary Starters speak, Sergio loses it, 13th plays easy and more.

April 07, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 04, 2023

Monday At The 2023 Masters

April 04, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

A busy opening day kicked off the 2023 tournament. Spieth offered 13th hole wisdom while Greg Norman made an outlandish prediction refuted by Cam Smith. Plus, more player comments, Tweets and Reads.

April 04, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 02, 2023

Sweet Rose In Augusta

April 02, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Zhang adds ANWA to victories in the U.S. Amateur and NCAA.

Plus, a first course look, Cam Smith on need for LIV to have a week, Gary Player whines, notables missing from Interview schedule and more.

April 02, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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April 01, 2023

Augusta National To Be Announced As Masters "Anchor Site" Until 2086

April 01, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

Quad Exclusive: Chairman Fred Ridley to reveal contract extension ensuring the Tradition Unlike Any Other continues in Augusta until the 100th anniversary of Jack Nicklaus' historic win.

April 01, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters

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March 30, 2023

Masters News & Notes, March 30th, 2023

March 30, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

A media preview edition with plenty of Tweets and Reads to get you ready for A Tradition Unlike Any Other.

In case you missed it, a special prognostication edition and a look at what will make the new 13th tee a hit or miss.

March 30, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters, Golf and Television

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March 29, 2023

Momentous Decision: What To Look For On Augusta National's Longer 13th

March 29, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

The most famous par 5 in golf has been lengthened at significant cost. Will it restore temptation and risk-taking? Experts weigh in as The Masters nears.

March 29, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
Augusta National, Architecture, 2023 Masters

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March 22, 2023

Major(s) News & Notes, March 23rd, 2023

March 22, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

McIlroy distance fallout, final OWGR push at the (R.I.P) match play, LIV at The Masters, latest 13th tee intel, another Georgia Peach sandwich-free week looms, Taylor Made surveys, and much more.

March 22, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
Technology, State of the Game, Rory McIIroy, 2023 Masters

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March 20, 2023

Moore's Heading To The Masters, Distance FAQ And A Podcast Bonanza

March 20, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford

A dramatic Valspar sends Taylor Moore to Augusta and highlights the joy of full field golf with cuts.

Plus, addressing Fervently Asinine Quibbles on distance, links to several great listens and LIV in Tucson where they botched the most incredible winning moment of their young existence.

March 20, 2023/ Geoff Shackelford/
2023 Masters, 2023 PGA Tour

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Geoff Shackelford is a Senior Writer for Golfweek magazine, a weekly contributor to Golf Channel's Morning Drive, is co-host of The Ringer's ShackHouse is the author of eleven books.

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