Guest: Ward Clayton, host, Road to Augusta.
Description: Clayton traces his journey from Durham’s Hillandale municipal course to Augusta National, sharing how his first Masters experience in 1985 led to a career covering the tournament as sports editor of the Augusta Chronicle. The episode sets the foundation for the series — blending North Carolina roots, Masters tradition, iconic moments like Jack Nicklaus in 1986, and the culture that makes Augusta timeless.
Talking Points:
▪️ Ward Clayton has attended or covered every Masters since 1985, including the 2020 fall Covid Masters.
▪️ The vast difference in how the tournament has grown and the surrounding area of Washington Road in Augusta.
▪️ The 1975 and 1986 Masters are Clayton's favorites, not just because Jack Nicklaus won each in dramatic fashion but also because the CBS broadcast was memorable.
▪️ Clayton indicates he must eat a pimento cheese sandwich for tradition sake, but his favorite is the chicken breast sandwich, which can be consumed for breakfast or lunch.
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