Why Austin Eckroat Wanted to Miss the Cut in His First Masters Last Year

Austin Eckroat played in his first Masters last year after winning the Cognizant Classic. | Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Playing the Masters for the first time is a dream for anyone, but Austin Eckroat wanted the week to be over. 

Nearly a month removed from winning his maiden PGA Tour title at last year’s Cognizant Classic, Eckroat’s game was “ not in a good spot going into” the season’s first major championship.