Johnson Wagner claims Augusta are blocking him from doing what he badly wants to at The Masters

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Augusta National are well known for their extensive list of stringent rules that are put in place not only during Masters week, but throughout the entire year.

Johnson Wagner knows all about that, having been prevented from doing something he badly wants to do at Augusta National.

The Masters has provided us with some memorable moments throughout the years, perhaps none more so than Tiger Woods‘ incredible victory in 2019 and when Rory McIlroy finally completed the Grand Slam in April of this year.

There have been some exceptional shots played over the past nine decades, including ‘the shot heard ’round the world‘ by Gene Sarazen in 1935 on the 15th hole, Woods’ chip-in on the 16th in 2005 and Phil Mickelson‘s remarkable approach shot on the 13th hole through the trees in 2010.

Augusta National is one of the most well-manicured golf courses in the world, if not the most well-manicured.

The pristine condition of the layout is what makes The Masters so appealing to golf fans.

However, it is the special shots we have witnessed throughout the years which remain in our memories as fans.

So will we ever see Mr Wagner attempt to reenact any of those golf shots?

Johnson Wagner claims Augusta are blocking him from doing something at The Masters

Wagner is a hugely popular figure in the golf broadcasting world these days.

There is something he badly wants to do at Augusta National which he is currently banned from doing.

He explained all when speaking on Trey Wingo’s podcast.

Wagner said: “I want so badly for The Masters to let me do some recreations and I think if they would give me Monday and Tuesday night, I would go out and do historic shots, obviously starting with 2005 Tiger chipping in.

“Wednesday they shut the course down, maybe Thursday or Friday I could get out there and hit some shots, I’m working on it.

“Last year I didn’t have any hope but this year I think I’ve got a half of a percent chance to get that done.“

Wagner, a three-time PGA Tour winner, has carved out a fine career for himself with the Golf Channel since hanging up his clubs.

He is most well known now for replicating some of the best shots played throughout rounds in the very biggest tournaments on the PGA Tour.

However, he has not been allowed to perform his usual duties at Augusta National, for now at least.

Some of Augusta National’s most weird and wonderful rules

The powers that be at Augusta ensure that their rules and regulations are adhered to.

And they have a zero tolerance policy if those rules are broken.

There are no cell phones allowed on the property, while sitting down on the grass is strictly prohibited.

Meanwhile, no running is allowed on the grounds of Augusta National.

Aside from those rules, players and commentators also have strict policies which they must abide by.

Back in 2001, Augusta informed past champion Doug Ford he wasn’t allowed to compete in The Masters anymore, having not made a cut since 1971.

Then there was the story of Frank Stranahan being kicked out of The Masters in 1949 after he was caught playing more than one ball during his practice round.

Meanwhile, Gary McCord was banned from commentating at The Masters after using a phrase deemed unacceptable by the Augusta higher ups.

McCord suggested that Augusta National used bikini wax to get their greens so slick.

Some may say the rules and regulations at Augusta are too strict and that the management committee needs to oversee somewhat of an evolution which would make The Masters more in keeping with the times.

However, the old fashioned way which Augusta National operates is actually what makes the golf course, and indeed The Masters, so special.

Johnson Wagner should not hold his breath regarding his hopes of reenacting some of the greatest ever shots played in Masters history.