Why cell phones aren't allowed at Augusta National - and how rule got former Masters star ejected
Yahoo Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Cell phones are strictly prohibited at Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters Tournament, with no exceptions, including for former stars like Mark Calcavecchia.
- Calcavecchia was ejected from Augusta for using a cell phone on the grounds, despite his notable career achievements such as finishing runner-up at the 1988 Masters and winning the 1989 Open Championship.
- The ban on cell phones is intended to preserve the exclusive, traditional ambiance of Augusta National, encouraging patrons to remain fully present and engaged with the live experience rather than distracted by screens.
- The club provides phone banks for necessary calls and enforces other unique rules, such as no running, to maintain the decorum and atmosphere distinctive to the Masters Tournament.
