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Tiger Woods Will Play In The Masters

It appears the rumors were true. Tiger Woods will play in The Masters next week.

"I'm playing in the Masters," Tiger said Friday afternoon on his website. "It's obviously very important to me, and I want to be there. I've worked a lot on my game and I'm looking forward to competing. I'm excited to get to Augusta and I appreciate everyone's support."

The Golf Channel confirm that the four time champion was on practice facility at Augusta National earlier on Friday, April 3rd. It was a strong indication that Woods would play in The Masters.

Earlier in the week, Woods played another practice round at Augusta. According to Golfweek, Woods shot 2-over 74.

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