Emma Albert pulled out a Masters pin flag to show off the results of a successful Sunday at Augusta National’s practice green.
Written in Sharpie were the autographs of Jason Day, Brandt Snedeker, Ryan Palmer and Billy Horschel. The 6-year-old’s heart, however, belongs to two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson.
“Good luck, Bubba,” Albert shouted as the defending champion walked the fairway of the first hole during a practice round with his wife, Angie, and Augusta National member and former secretary of state, Condoleezza Rice.
Those three attracted the attention of hundreds of patrons after the second annual Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on Sunday.
It was Watson’s big drive that impressed spectators most.
“Wow, he hits it far,” said Mark Spade, a medical technician from San Antonio, as Watson’s tee shot buzzed overhead. “Augusta National never ceases to amaze me.”
Spade’s wife, Yvonna, was busy snapping pictures of Rice.
Albert spent the day following the Drive, Chip and Putt 7-9 girls division in hopes she would qualify next year for the competition.
