Xinhua News Agency, Augusta, USA, April 14 (reporter Wang Jiyi) the 2019 American Golf Masters ended the last round of competition at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia on the 14th. The American superstar and “Tiger” Woods were all expected to return, after 14 years, he won the championship of the American Masters again, wearing a green jacket symbolizing the glory of the Championship.
Woods scored 70, 68, 67 and 70 respectively in four rounds, and finally finished the match with 275 below normal shank and 13. This is the fifth time that Woods has won the American Masters Championship and the 15th Grand Slam championship. The last time Woods won the American Masters championship was in 2005.
Woods was excited after winning. He said: “Winning here is of special significance to me. I can finally prove that I have the strength to win the championship again and even the Grand Slam championship. Wearing a green jacket for the fifth time also gave me a lot of confidence. I am very lucky to be able to engage in the sports I love. I am also very happy to show them the sports I love in front of the children. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to come back and win the American Masters championship again.”
Woods, who has been troubled by injury and illness, has been ups and downs in the past few years. He hopes his experience can bring more encouragement to others. “After ups and downs in my career, I once doubted whether I could play golf again. During the days when I had injuries, I felt very uncomfortable sitting and lying down. I am very happy to win here today. I hope my experience will inspire everyone who is experiencing setbacks and I hope they will never give up.”
Three American players, including the Science card, tied for the second place with 276 strokes. Chinese player Li Haotong played well in the last round, with a score of 68 strokes lower than normal shank and 4 strokes, and finally won the 43th position with a total score of 287 strokes.
The American Masters is one of the four Grand Slam events of men’s golf in the world and the first Grand Slam event every year. In addition to winning the championship trophy, the champion will also wear a tailored green jacket symbolizing the champion.