The Masters: Golf’s segregated past
Al Jazeera·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Masters Tournament, one of golf's most prestigious events, has a complicated history tied to racial segregation. The PGA enforced a "Caucasian-only clause" excluding Black players. Black caddies worked at Augusta despite discrimination. Tiger Woods's 1997 victory marked a significant moment, changing the sport's image and representation in professional golf.
Key Entities
The Masters TournamentPGATiger WoodsAugustaBlack caddiessegregation