Sergio Garcia Breaks Driver in Frustration at Masters, Damages Tee Box
Sergio Garcia broke his driver and damaged the tee box at Augusta National during Sunday's final round of the Masters. The Spanish golfer slammed his driver against a cooler after a bad shot on No. 2, snapping the club head off.
Sergio Garcia lost his temper on the second hole at Augusta National during Sunday's final round of the Masters. After hitting an errant shot, Garcia took chunks out of the tee box and then walked to the back of the teeing area.
The 2017 Masters champion then slammed his driver against a cooler, breaking the club head clean off the shaft. Garcia was playing alongside fellow Spaniard Jon Rahm, creating early buzz as two former champions paired together despite being out of contention.
In a lighter moment later on the same hole, Garcia carried Rahm's golf bag for part of the way. The incident shows how even experienced players can struggle with the pressure and precision required at Augusta National.
Garcia has had an up-and-down relationship with the Masters over his career. His 2017 victory came after years of close calls and disappointments at golf's major championships.
Garcia's outburst shows how golf's biggest tournament can break even former champions when things go wrong. The incident highlights the pressure players face at Augusta National, one of golf's most demanding courses.
Garcia will need to replace his driver for future tournaments. The Masters concludes Sunday evening.
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