Masters first round shows Tradition is always in play.

My notebook from the first round at Augusta is simple. The old with the new are in play. Its the old school guys giving us the most to talk about. Tom Watson shoots 67 and Fred Couples shoots 66. This first round is starting to feel like the final round at the British Open last year. Tom Watson is the world’s favorite to win it. After the first round theres no doubt that he can do this and contend for another win. Another notable name today is previous Masters Champion Fred Couples. He has proven this year with boat shoes that he still has the best swing in golf. Additonally, he can play all out. Don’t let the cool demeanor fool you. He wants to win. With the results this year on the Champions Tour he can parlay it to another win and green jacket. Round one notes are simple. Tiger is back and just as we thought he  is making a run. Its early but he can play. Phil Mickelson is also tracking well as he is one shot back of Fred Couples. The tradition like no other is alive in well in Augusta. What a great first round. Stay tuned for end of round commentary this week as we all go wire to wire with coverage from Augusta.

Steven Umphlett

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