Tiger Woods, Verne Lundquist Share Great Moment In Final Masters

Verne Lundquist retires after 40 years at The Masters, famous for iconic calls on Nicklaus and Woods shots. Emotional moment with Woods.

Verne Lundquist recently announced his retirement after an illustrious 40-year broadcasting career, with this year's Masters being his final tournament. Throughout his tenure, Lundquist delivered some of the most iconic calls in golf history, notably during moments involving legends like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.

One of Lundquist's most memorable calls came in 1986 when Nicklaus sunk a birdie putt on the penultimate hole of the Masters. Lundquist's exclamation of "Yes sir!" captured the excitement of the moment as Nicklaus went on to win the tournament by one shot, claiming his sixth and final green jacket.

Another iconic moment came in 2005 when Tiger Woods made a miraculous chip shot for birdie on the 16th hole, prompting Lundquist to ask viewers, "In your life, have you seen anything like that?" Woods went on to win the tournament in a playoff, securing his fourth Masters victory.

The mutual respect between Woods and Lundquist was evident as Woods approached the broadcaster before his final call at the Masters. Despite an unfortunate interruption by a tree, the moment of Woods shaking Lundquist's hand was a touching display of admiration between two golf icons.

Despite Woods being in last place at the time, his gesture of respect towards Lundquist was a testament to his character and sportsmanship. Woods, at 48 years old, also made history by setting a record for consecutive cuts made at the Masters, showcasing his enduring talent and dedication to the sport.

As we bid farewell to Lundquist's legendary career, we can only hope that Woods will continue to grace the Masters with his presence in the years to come. The bond between these two icons and their impact on the history of golf will forever be cherished by fans of the sport.

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