
Dry, Firm Augusta National Sets Masters Stage for a Tough Week
Dry, warm conditions are forecast to make Augusta National unusually firm and fast for the Masters, a setup expected to separate contenders as greens hold only well-struck shots and precise drives pay off; players are already adjusting gear (Keegan Bradley mentioning a 7-wood) and the week is shaping up to be a demanding, potentially exciting test under light, variable winds.