AUGUSTA, Ga. — On Sunday, Sergio Garcia delivered a display of raw frustration at the Masters, shattering his driver on the second tee box of Augusta National after an errant tee shot. The incident, which saw Garcia twice slam his club into the turf, resulted in a code-of-conduct warning, a first for the prestigious tournament. Shortly after the outburst, Garcia provided a moment of levity, briefly carrying the bag of his playing partner, fellow Spaniard Jon Rahm, while Rahm's caddie tended to a bunker. Despite the chaos, Garcia managed to salvage a par on the hole.
Garcia's volatile episode began after a bogey on the first hole. His tee shot on the par-5 second landed in a bunker. The ensuing display of anger not only damaged the tee box but also resulted in the destruction of his driver. This marks a notable instance of disciplinary action at the Masters, highlighting the tournament's intolerance for such on-course disruptions.
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Later, Garcia continued his round with further struggles, bogeying the third and fourth holes. The damage to the tee box also required attention, with playing partner Jon Rahm using a divot tool to repair the turf before his own shot.
A History of On-Course Frustration
Garcia's fiery disposition is not new. Reports suggest this incident is a culmination of simmering frustration throughout the year. His career has seen past outbursts, including a reported temper tantrum at a rules official during a PGA Tour event years ago. He currently plays on the LIV Golf circuit. Garcia has not yet publicly addressed the incident.
