Jack Nicklaus basks in the glow of his 1972 Masters victory.

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Lanny Wadkins putts during the 1974 Masters.

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Arnold Palmer during the 1975 Masters.

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A view of the 18th green during the 1960 Masters, won by Arnold Palmer. The cupola of Augusta National’s clubhouse is visible in the distance. 

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Lee Trevino signs autographs at the 1975 Masters. He finished T-10.

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Jack Nicklaus plays a bunker shot at the 1975 Masters. Nicklaus would edge Johnny Miller and Tom Weiskopf by one shot for his fifth Masters title.

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A view of the 10th fairway during the 1964 Masters.

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Sam Snead tees off on No. 18 during the 1974 Masters.

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Now & then: Masters honorary starters Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and
Jack Nicklaus kicked off the year’s first major this morning with ceremonial tee shots. Top: The Big Three in a photo from the early 1960s.

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Matteo Manassero waits to tee off the 17th during the Wednesday practice round prior to the start of the 2013 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. 

Photograph by J.D. Cuban