The cherished Masters Par 3 Contest, a tradition loved by many, celebrated its 63rd year.
Since its inception in 1960, with Sam Snead as the first winner, this contest offers a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Participants, including past Masters champions, are invited to play a specially designed nine-hole course that`s shorter than usual. It`s common to see golfers accompanied by family, friends, or even celebrities acting as their caddies, adding to the fun.
Despite the lighthearted nature, the spirit of competition is still present among the players.
Throughout the contest`s history, an impressive 112 holes-in-one have been achieved. Just in 2024, five remarkable holes-in-one were recorded by Luke List, Gary Woodland, Sepp Straka, Lucas Glover, and Viktor Hovland.
A well-known superstition adds an interesting twist: players who are serious contenders for the Masters tournament itself might intentionally avoid winning the Par 3 Contest. The superstition says that no one who has ever won the Par 3 Contest has gone on to win the Masters in the same year.
Here are some of the standout moments from this year`s Par 3 Contest:
Sammy Spieth Kicks Off the Fun
The crowd was thrilled as Jordan Spieth`s son, Sammy, took an energetic swing at the ball.
Managing the Little Golfers
Parenting is challenging, and so is golf. Combining the two? That`s a whole new level of complexity!
Bubba`s Close Call
Bubba Watson came incredibly close to scoring an ace. Could this be a positive sign for his performance in the main tournament?
Faldo Nears a Hole-in-One
Nick Faldo also had a shot that almost went in for a hole-in-one, just missing the mark.
Golfing Talent Runs Deep
Billy Horschel`s daughter displayed excellent putting skills.
First Ace of the Day Achieved!
After several near misses, Keegan Bradley marked the first hole-in-one of the 2025 Par 3 Contest.
Another Hole-in-One!
Tom Hoge landed the second ace of the day with a truly spectacular shot.
Burns` Unbelievable Putt
Sam Burns initially missed a putt from the rough… but then, in a surprising turn, he made it!
One More Ace to Finish
The 2025 Par 3 Contest saw a total of three aces, with Brooks Koepka achieving the final one.
And the Winner Is…
…Nicolas Echavarria! It remains to be seen if he can defy the Par 3 Masters curse.
