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Q. Which Golfers Have Served as Honorary Starters at The Masters?
Over the years at Augusta National, it has sometimes been the role of veteran golfers to hit a ceremonial opening drive at The Masters. These golfers have become known as the "honorary starters" of The Masters. Who has served in that role? A. Seven golfers have been honorary starters at The Masters. Here is the list, along with the years in which each served in that role:
- Jock Hutchison, 1963-73
- Fred McLeod in 1963-76
- Gene Sarazen, 1981-99
- Byron Nelson, 1981-2001
- Ken Venturi, 1983
- Sam Snead, 1984-2002
- Arnold Palmer, 2007-
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