Outspoken LIV Golf defector Ian Poulter has made it clear that he won’t be taking part in this year’s Masters, despite being seen at Augusta playing a full round this week.
Poulter caused a stir after being spotted teeing up at the famous golf course, just weeks before the 2024 Masters is set to get under way.
Fans conjectured that the 48-year-old’s presence had enabled the cult figure to obtain an invitation to the tournament through the event organizers, sparking a frenzy of discussion. Poulter publicly provided some clarity as a result of it.
Poulter declared on social media, “To be clear, I will not be competing in The Masters this year.”
He added: “I was invited to play by a member and it was in incredible condition. I last played the tournament in 2021. And that will be my last competitive Masters. I had a chance in 2019 and came up short. I have no regrets at all. I had 9 Top 25 finishes in the 16 I played. Only missed the cut once. It’s a truly special place.”