In a news bulletin released today, the Augusta National Golf Club announced the suspension of play due to inclement weather. Grounds were also evacuated at 10:55 a.m. as well.
From the Augusta National Golf Club:
2022 MASTERS TOURNAMENT
NEWS BULLETIN NO. 3
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
TUESDAY PRACTICE ROUND SUSPENDED
Due to inclement weather conditions and safety concerns, Augusta National Golf Club was forced to suspend play and, subsequently, evacuate the grounds at 10:55 a.m. ET for Tuesday’s (April 5) Practice Round. The current forecast will not permit the reopening of the grounds.
Purchasers of Tuesday Practice Round tickets will be guaranteed the opportunity to purchase the same Practice Rounds tickets in 2023. More information will be shared with Tickets Holders of record in May.
“The safety of everyone at Augusta National was the determining factor in the decision to suspend Tuesday’s Practice Round and evacuate the grounds,” said Fred S. Ridley, Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament. “We share in the disappointment of our patrons, though we look forward to welcoming them back next year.