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April 14, 2026 | Edition #239

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In today's news, Rory McIlroy's attitude has been called into question. Not by Bryson DeChambeau, but a slowly rising fave on the Tour. We take into account what irked the pro, talk about the rare Masters collectible sold in six-figures, a Tour pro’s very costly mistakes at Augusta, and more.

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The Northern Irishman’s aloof nature has often brought him much grief, but this time more than the others.




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As you read above, Rory McIlroy has once again been called out for his aloof nature. Now, you share your thoughts…

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Monday’s Result: 38.88% of you would have disqualified Sergio Garcia for his outburst at Augusta. 23.60% would have cut him some slack, 19.73% of you would have given him a lifetime ban; meanwhile, 17.79% of you would have refused to ever consider him an honorary starter.


Roberto de Vicenzo lost the 1968 Masters because of an incorrect scorecard.

On April 14, 1968, Roberto de Vicenzo lost the Masters title due to a scorecard error. He'd stormed through the final round with a brilliant 65, tying Bob Goalby at 277. It meant a possible Monday playoff. But disaster struck.

De Vicenzo's playing partner and marker, Tommy Aaron, mistakenly marked him for a par (4) on the 17th hole instead of the birdie (3) he actually scored. De Vicenzo didn’t notice the blunder and signed the card. Under the rules then, the higher signed score stood, bumping his total to 66 and dropping him one stroke behind Goalby. Goalby claimed the Green Jacket, while De Vicenzo finished second.


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Sunday’s Picture Puzzle: 69.04% of you correctly guessed Arnold Palmer said, “Now that the big guy’s out of the cage, everybody better run for cover” about Jack Nicklaus.

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