John Coyne and I made a couple of loops through Amen Corner, the three-hole stretch of 11, 12 and 13 named by legendary golf journalist Herbert Warren Wind in a 1958 Sports Illustrated piece.
Always a difficult hole, the par-4 11th today measures an intimidating 505 yards.
No. 12 fronted by Rae's Creek is arguably the most-famous par-3 in the world.
The relatively short par-5 13th hole tempts many players to go for the green in two shots. It's a good thing it was a practice day, because Michael Campbell (on green) splashed down short of the green with two fairway metals shots.
Azaleas are in abundance along the 13th hole.
I'll have more on my day at the Masters. If you would like to read additional thoughts about my visit, you can also head over to Down the Middle for One Patrons Guide .
-The Armchair Golfer
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