On April 13, 1997, Tiger Woods made history by winning the 61st Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. At just 21 years old, he became the youngest Masters champion and the first golfer of African or Asian descent to win the tournament. Woods dominated the field, finishing 12 strokes ahead of runner-up Tom Kite—a record margin that still stands today. His final score of 270 (?18) set a new tournament record at the time. ?Wikipedia
This victory was not only a personal milestone for Woods but also a transformative moment for the sport of golf, breaking racial barriers and inspiring a new generation of players.
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