Major Champion Ejected From Masters for Using Cell Phone
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Mark Calcavecchia, 1989 British Open champion, was removed from Augusta National Golf Club for using his cell phone, violating the club's strict no-phone policy.
- Augusta National enforces a ban on cell phones, tablets, and laptops to preserve its traditional atmosphere during the Masters Tournament.
- Despite the incident, Calcavecchia expressed no ill feelings toward the club or the Masters, emphasizing respect for the rules.
- Calcavecchia is a 13-time PGA Tour winner and has competed in 18 Masters tournaments, finishing as runner-up in 1988.
