The Masters 2013: Golfers Who Will Carry Augusta Success into U.S. Open

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Published: April 15, 2013

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While stars such as Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson must use the Masters as a tool to improve, others will use the legendary tournament as a springboard to more success. 

Highlighted by Adam Scott's redemptive win, this year's play from Augusta was highlighted by heart-pumping action and elite, memorable performances.

Let's take a look at some top finishers who will ride that momentum into the U.S. Open at Merion Golf Club in June. 

 

Adam Scott



Leslie Knope's boyfriend entered the Masters ranked No. 7 in the world with seven career Tour wins and eight top-10 major finishes, so it's not exactly shocking that he walked away from Augusta wearing the green jacket. 

However, this win represents the crucial removal of the figurative weight off his back.

Less than a year ago, Scott suffered a major four-hole collapse at the British Open. Everyone knew he had talent. But combine that nightmarish Sunday finish with the rest of his close losses, and it was beginning to look like he didn't have the necessary clutch gene to ever win the big one. 

After two dramatic, stone-cold 20-foot putts on the 18th green and second playoff hole to win the Masters, it's safe to say that narrative is all over.



The pressure is now off Scott, and when he's hitting greens (an amazing 55 out of 72 in regulation this week), he has the talent to be a major force at every tournament. 

 

Tiger Woods

Woods finished the tournament at five-under in a tie for fourth place, and his week is still being seen as some type of massive disappointment.



That should you tell you all you need to know about the World No. 1. 

Regardless of how his Friday shot on No. 15 and subsequent two-stroke penalty affected his outcome, he played well enough to win the Masters. He wasn't all that accura...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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