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AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 07: Scottie Scheffler walks onto the ninth green prior to Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 7, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)Ben Jared via Getty ImagesAUGUSTA, Ga. Bubba Watsons shot from the trees on the 10th hole at the 2012 Masters remains one of the finest moments in Masters history. An impossible arc that somehow ended up on the green, the shot in sudden death gave Watson the first of his two green jackets.Equally remarkable: although nobody knew it at the time, another two-time green jacket winner was among the patrons in the gallery watching it all unfold.I was here that day, Scottie Scheffler said Tuesday prior to the start of the 2026 Masters. This tournament is a great experience to come to as a patron, and being able to be up close and see someone accomplish something that I dreamed of accomplishing at the time, I think is very inspirational.Scottie Scheffler's in there somewhere. (Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)Streeter Lecka via Getty ImagesAt the time, Scheffler was a 15-year-old student at Highland Park High School in Dallas, and already showing signs of the golf genius he would become. He won three straight state titles from 2012 to 2014, and the U.S. Junior Amateur in 2013. Two years after watching Watson execute one of the finest shots in Masters history, Scheffler made his PGA Tour debut as a 17-year-old at what was then called the HP Byron Nelson Championship. (Naturally, he made the cut and finished T22.)Continuing the improbable intersecting storylines from that day, Watsons caddie Ted Scott would one day become Schefflers caddie, and an instrumental element of his charge to the top of the golf world.Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought the guy carrying Bubba's bag at the time would be one of my best friends, Scheffler said, and my caddie for a long time as well.Scheffler is in what passes for him as a lull, with just one win in six starts. Still, theres something about this week that brings him peace.Augusta is the place you always want to get to, whether or not it's to play in the tournament or just to get to see the golf course, he said. For me, I truly feel that once you drive down Magnolia Lane, everything else melts away, and you get to be here and be focused. There's not a lot of distractions this week.Although he has two green jackets of his own, Scheffler hasnt yet crafted one of the eternal Masters shots like Watsons in 2012. Still, theres plenty of time starting with his 1:44 p.m. tee time on Thursday.

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Pep Lijnders has confirmed that Manchester City skipper Bernardo Silva will depart the Etihad Stadium at the conclusion of this campaign, bringing an end to his nine-year spell with the club.The Portuguese midfielder assumed captaincy duties this season and has played a crucial role in restoring standards following last year's disappointing campaign under Pep Guardiola.Silva indicated to journalists during the Club World Cup last June that this would be his final season, though he has yet to make a formal announcement.The 31-year-old is determined to claim a seventh Premier League winners' medal before his exit, though City currently trail leaders Arsenal by nine points with a match in hand.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayRegarding his next destination, the midfielder has several potential suitors vying for his signature.American football beckons as MLS clubs have expressed interest, while Italian giants Juventus are keen to convince him to move to Serie A.Barcelona have long admired the playmaker, though his former teammate Ilkay Gundogan has since moved on to Galatasaray.Silva previously came close to leaving City on two occasions, most notably during the Covid pandemic when Paris Saint-Germain emerged as the most serious contenders.However, the French club's offer fell considerably short of the 70million asking price.The Portuguese international has ruled out an immediate return to Benfica, believing such a move would be premature at this stage of his career.LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Where is it going wrong for Arsenal? Two devastating defeats in a row for GunnersPremier League cult hero retires completely after collapsing in training with heart problemRory McIlroy makes 'hopeful' admission as he prepares for Masters defenceDespite his deep affection for the club, Silva has acknowledged that English life has not always suited him during his time at the Etihad.The midfielder previously confessed that geography plays a significant role in his decision to move on."If Manchester City was in Lisbon, I'd stay until I'm 40," Silva admitted. "I truly love the football club, my team-mates, staff, fans, stadium, atmosphere - everything about my professional life."Silva's departure will not be the only significant exit this summer, with defender John Stones also set to leave when his contract expires.Their departures mean Phil Foden will stand alone as the last remaining member of the record-breaking 2018 Centurions squad.Lijnders, the former Liverpool assistant, offered glowing praise for the Portuguese captain's abilities."Bernardo Silva is unique," Lijnders said. "It will be hard because in a game when he is not playing you will see how he is missed - and that's only one game. Imagine a season."The coach highlighted Silva's exceptional game intelligence, particularly his understanding of when to drop deep or create space away from Rodri."Every good story comes to an end, and I hope he enjoys the last months," Lijnders added. "He deserves all that attention."Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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