The Masters: 10 Factors That Will Determine the 2017 Masters Champion

By W. M. Lawson | Apr 5, 2017

Apr 4, 2017; Augusta, GA, USA; Masters champion Jordan Spieth arrives at the 11th green during the Tuesday practice round at Augusta National GC. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports /

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The Masters Golf Tournament tees off tomorrow, and the winner’s life will forever change. In one of sports’ toughest tests, the following 10 factors will choose the 2017 champion.

9. Amen Corner.

Apr 4, 2016; Augusta, GA, USA; Amen Corner during a practice round for the 2016 Masters at Augusta National GC. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports

Apr 4, 2016; Augusta, GA, USA; Amen Corner during a practice round for the 2016 Masters at Augusta National GC. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports /

What can be said, or written, that hasn’t already been said or written? Nothing from me. Other than to say that The Masters is rarely won at Amen Corner, but it is often lost on those three holes. Rae’s Creek, Hogan Bridge, and Flowering Crabapple. Who knew those three things could be so scary in real life. But, they are. They are menacing.

I could float the names, yet I won’t. I refuse to jinx anyone. It means that much. It is that intimidating. If you’ve ever seen the real estate, you get it. It is a NASCAR turn on a golf course. And most wreck here. And it usually is on Sunday.

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