Inside the Masters Champions Dinner, the Most Exclusive Gathering in Golf
Sports Illustrated • • general
Key Points:
- The Masters Champions Dinner is a prestigious annual event at Augusta National, attended only by past Masters winners and the club chairman, where the reigning champion hosts and selects the menu.
- Rory McIlroy, as the 2025 Masters winner, will host the dinner, continuing a tradition started by Ben Hogan in 1952, with longtime master of ceremonies Ben Crenshaw presiding.
- The dinner is known for its camaraderie among champions and the unique menus chosen by hosts, with McIlroy’s menu featuring wagyu filet mignon, seared salmon, and a high-end wine selection.
- Notable past champions expected to attend include Gary Player, Tommy Aaron, and Charles Coody, while Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will not be present.
- The event holds emotional significance, with memorable moments such as Arnold Palmer’s final speech in 2016 and Tiger Woods’ emotional hosting in 2020, highlighting the deep respect and tradition surrounding the Masters.
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