Verne Lundquist recently discussed his upcoming retirement from broadcasting during the Masters tournament on Sports Seriously. He reflected on his 40-year career and highlighted some of the most memorable moments he has witnessed and called at Augusta, including Tiger Woods’ iconic chip in 2005 and Jack Nicklaus’ putt in 1986.
Lundquist revealed that he made the decision to retire after the 2024 Masters, which was two years in advance after discussions with CBS. While this may be his last tournament as a broadcaster, he hinted that he may return to Augusta in a different capacity in the future.
As Wyndham Clark prepares for his first Masters tournament, he is excited about the opportunity to play at Augusta and study Tiger Woods’ successful approach to playing there over the years. He shared how he has been studying Woods’ technique and strategy, hoping to emulate some of his successes on the course.
Reflecting on his time at Augusta, Lundquist praised the tournament as the best-run event in the world, with exceptional course maintenance and devoted patrons. Despite stepping away from broadcasting, he expressed a desire to return to Augusta after taking a year to let the experience sink in, noting that it may come at his own expense.
