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Running on the grounds at Augusta National is strictly prohibited. Now, we know why.

After hitting his second shot from out of the trees on the left of the 14th, Tiger Woods heels were clipped by a security guard, who lost his footing after running to get into position to control the crowd around the four-time Masters champion. 

Check out the footage below…

Woods was seen grimacing and shaking off his foot – remember, he’s had ankle issues in the past – but, remarkably, went on to birdie the hole to climb to five-under and, at the time, two shots outside of the lead.


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Michael McEwan is the Deputy Editor of bunkered and has been part of the team since 2004. In that time, he has interviewed almost every major figure within the sport, from Jack Nicklaus, to Rory McIlroy, to Donald Trump. The host of the multi award-winning bunkered Podcast and a member of Balfron Golfing Society, Michael is the author of three books and is the 2023 PPA Scotland 'Writer of the Year' and 'Columnist of the Year'. Dislikes white belts, yellow balls and iron headcovers. Likes being drawn out of the media ballot to play Augusta National.

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