The Masters patrons at Augusta National get in a lot of steps, as discovered by journalist Claire Rogers during Round 1 of the prestigious golf tournament. Curious about just how much she walked during a day at the tournament, Rogers purchased a pedometer to track her steps. Starting her day at the press building just before 9:00 a.m., she embarked on a journey around Augusta National to see just how many steps she would accumulate during the day.
Embarking on her journey, Rogers walked all 18 holes with a friend and tracked her steps along the way. By the time they finished up on the 18th hole, Rogers had walked 5,900 steps, equivalent to 2.95 miles. She continued her day by walking from the clubhouse back up to the press building for lunch before heading back out to walk the first nine. Strolling the largely vacant first few holes, Rogers completed the first nine in just under 90 minutes and had accumulated 14,013 steps, totaling 6.63 miles.
Adding up all her steps throughout the day, including additional walks to various locations around Augusta National, Rogers totaled 21,875 steps, equivalent to 10.36 miles in total. She noted that despite not being out on the course the entire day, there was still a significant amount of walking to be done between various locations like the range, merchandise shop, and Founders Circle. Overall, her experience at the Masters resulted in a significant amount of walking and movement.
Rogers emphasized the importance of comfortable footwear for a day at the Masters, as walking at least six miles is likely. With the vast grounds of Augusta National and the hills to conquer, having supportive footwear is essential for patrons looking to make the most of their day at the tournament. She also compared her steps at the Masters to other golf tournaments she covers, noting that the Masters stands out due to the grandeur of the event and the desire for patrons to experience everything the course has to offer.
As a journalist who covers many golf events, Rogers highlighted the unique experience of walking at the Masters compared to other tournaments. At the Masters, patrons are eager to make the most of their time at the prestigious event, leading to significant amounts of walking throughout the day. Despite the physical demands of walking the course, Rogers expressed her enjoyment of the experience and the opportunity to fully immerse herself in the tournament atmosphere.
