Descriptive Essay: The Master At Augusta National

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The Masters at Augusta National is filled with anticipation and excitement. The beautiful green fairways are hugged with dogwood and oak trees. Along the sides there are streams of water with beautiful grey stone. The fans are against the white ropes trying to get a better view of the players. When a player smashes a long drive, hits a knock down iron shot, or sinks a mile long putt the crowd roars with cheer. When the event staff raises their hands for everyone to be quiet before the players hits the crowd is dead silent. Finally when the 18 holes are over there is the ceremony where the winner is given the masters trophy and he receives the green jacket. The crowd chants the winners name over and over with enthusiasm and excitement.

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