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What does it feel like to lead The Masters Tournament… as an amateur?
In this episode, two-time Amateur Champion Gary Wolstenholme shares his unforgettable experience at Augusta National Golf Club — including the moment he found himself playing alongside Arnold Palmer… and leading the tournament.
This is a story about pressure, instinct, and performing on golf’s biggest stage.
First tee. Augusta National.
10,000 people watching.
Arnold Palmer by your side.
You’ve just put a brand-new driver in the bag…
A few holes later —
you’re leading The Masters.
- First drive down Magnolia Lane — “nothing out of place”
- Practice round invite from Jack Nicklaus
- Last-minute club change before teeing off
- Advice from Peter Alliss on handling nerves
- Tee shot in front of a packed Augusta crowd
- Playing alongside Arnold Palmer
- The moment he checks the leaderboard… and realises he’s leading
- The roar of Augusta — unlike anything else in sport
Augusta doesn’t just test your golf.
It tests your ability to stay present when everything feels bigger than the moment.
Gary Wolstenholme Masters
Leading The Masters amateur
Augusta National experience
Arnold Palmer Masters stories