Chairman Fred Ridley Gives Annual Address Before 90th Masters Tournament

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

 Wednesday is always an informative day at The Masters. Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley holding his annual news conference. A chance to hear what’s happened since we were here a year ago.

Before he updated us on the goings on in and around Augusta National Golf Club, Chairman Ridley talked about two former champions.

Fuzzy Zoeller won here in 1979.

“Fuzzy won The Masters in his tournament debut, a feat that has not been achieved since. Fuzzy’s love of the game and vibrant personality endeared him to golf fans everywhere. We will miss him.”

And 5-time champion Tiger Woods who is stepping away from the game for personal reasons.

“I would like to add that we fully support Tiger’s recent decision to focus on his health and well-being.”

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