What is Amen Corner at the Masters?
Amen Corner refers to the 11th, 12th, and 13th holes at Augusta National, some of the most famous holes in golf. These holes are also known for their difficulty, especially the 12th hole. The name “Amen Corner” comes from the year 1958 by Herbert Warren Wind.
- The 11th hole, called White Dogwood, has a pond near the green, making it tough for players to get score well.
- The 12th hole is called the Golden Bell. It’s a short hole, only 155 yards, and it’s a par-3. In front of the green, there’s a creek called Rae’s Creek. There are also bunkers, which make it even harder to play. It is popular for its Sunday pin placement, often positioned at the front of the green, increasing the difficulty.
- The 13th hole, called Azalea, is a 510-yard par-5 with Rae’s Creek also in play, because of its length, it’s regarded as one of the more scoring-friendly holes.
A memorable moment in Amen Corner was Jordan Spieth’s struggles in 2016. His performance on these holes affected the outcome of the tournament. Overall, Amen Corner is a challenging and important component of the Master’s program.
What Are the Bridges in Amen Corner?
In Amen Corner at Augusta National Golf Club, two bridges span Rae’s Creek, each carrying a rich history and also has its significance:
Hogan’s Bridge
- This bridge takes you to the green on the 12th hole, which is a par-3. It’s named after Ben Hogan, who set a record score of 274 in the year 1953 during the Masters tournament.
Nelson’s Bridge
- This bridge is over the part of the creek in front of the tee for the 13th hole. It honors Byron Nelson, who won the Masters in the year 1937. He made impressive shots on both the 12th and 13th holes during his success.
Why is it called Amen Corner?
Amen Corner got its name from a 1958 article by Herbert Warren Wind in Sports Illustrated. He described it as the farthest part of the Augusta National golf course where Rae’s Creek meets the 13th fairway, then runs along the front edge of the 12th green and beside the 11th green.
Wind was inspired by a song called “Shoutin’ in that Amen Corner” by Mildred Bailey and the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra. While technically, it includes parts of the 11th, 12th, and 13th holes, the term “Amen Corner” is generally used to refer to those three holes together.
How to Stream Amen Corner at Masters 2024?
To stream Amen Corner at the 2024 Masters, viewers have multiple options. They can tune in to
- ESPN+,
- Masters.com,
- The Masters App,
- Paramount+, and the CBS Sports app.
These platforms provide extensive coverage of the final round, including featured group coverage, featured hole coverage, and more
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