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The Masters has decided to delay all gate openings for Thursday morning with heavy rainstorms impacting Augusta National ahead of tournament's start.
All of the venue's free parking will be closed until further notice while the gate openings are delayed at Augusta National.
Fans should expect further updates by 5 a.m. Thursday from The Masters' official representatives.
Golf needs clear conditions to be played, especially at the highest level. Delaying a golf tournament to have a Monday finish is not unheard of, but would be an extreme disappointment for arguably the sport's biggest yearly event.
Heavy rain is expected throughout Wednesday evening and is set to continue for the into Thursday morning. Thunderstorms are expected to come into the area as the first players are due to tee off at 8 am Eastern.
Weather could impact The Masters, as arguably golf's biggest event gets underway Thursday
Jon Rahm is looking to defend his Masters title during his first major tournament as part of LIV
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