AUGUSTA, Ga. — Monday of the 89th edition of Masters week got off to a soggy start in northeast Georgia.
With overnight rains soaking Augusta National, the club sent out a notice Sunday evening informing patrons they would not be allowed on site until at least 8 a.m. After the 30-minute delay, patron gates did indeed open at 8.
But with rain continuing to fall in the Augusta area throughout the morning, the club suspended practice rounds at 11:25 a.m. and evacuated patrons from the grounds.
Shortly before 3 p.m., the club sent out another notice stating that play would be suspended for the day and that patrons would not be allowed back on premises.
The decision to suspend play for the day is an obvious bummer for those with Monday practice round tickets. But they will get another chance to see Augusta National.
According to the club, purchasers of Monday practice round tickets will be sent refunds next month. Additionally, patrons with tickets for Monday will be guaranteed the opportunity to purchase Monday practice round tickets in 2026.
“We are disappointed our patrons could not fully enjoy today’s practice round, but the safety of everyone at Augusta National is our highest priority and was the determining factor in the decision to cancel,” said Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley. “We look forward to welcoming back our Monday patrons next year, as well as celebrating a wonderful 89th Masters Tournament ahead of us this week.”
