I rented out my home for the Masters in Augusta… and it paid our mortgage for a year

A South Carolina family just paid off a year’s mortgage — thanks to the 2025 Masters Tournament. Homeowner Whitney Boykin and her family earned a hefty, undisclosed sum by renting out their North Augusta home during the 2025 Masters.This year's renters were a Texas-based company that brought staff to the event. 'I'm one of the rare locals who says I love Masters week. I just want visitors to see how amazing it is here,' Boykin told Business Insider.The South Carolina-based photographer revealed this was the seventh year her family rented out their home during the Masters.The Boykins usually spend about $5,000 on preparations

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Fears raised over Rory McIlroy's homecoming celebrations in Northern Ireland after emotional Masters triumph – for two main reasons

Hopes for a heartwarming homecoming celebration for Rory McIlroy in Northern Ireland after his Masters success could be extinguished. Organisers have raised fears that the superstar, who now lives in a lavish Florida mansion, will either be too busy or not want the 'fanfare' of a grand party.McIlroy ended 11 years of heartache on Sunday, picking up his first Major title in that time and completing a long-awaited Grand Slam. After a year of turmoil off the grass, the 35-year-old beat Justin Rose in a playoff to claim the green jacket and $4.2million/£3.17m in prize money.North Down and Ards Council are

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Paige Spiranac Thinks 1 Thing Should Be Banned From Sporting Events

One of the most widely debated aspects of the iconic Masters Tournament is the popular event’s approach to fans using cell phones. The Masters has a ban on all cell phones, an approach that allows fans to be in the moment and essentially ensures they don't miss any action.The final round of the 2025 Masters on Sunday, April 13, was a perfect reminder of why the event is phone-free. During Rory McIlroy's iconic victory, the final leg he needed to become one of six golfers to win all four major championships, there was no shortage of drama.AdvertisementWhile McIlroy managed to

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Masters star wanted to 'break every club in Rory McIlroy's bag' at Augusta | Golf | Sport

Jason Day jokingly confessed he wanted to 'break every club in Rory McIlroy's bag' to halt the Northern Irishman's charge at the Masters, but concedes that even such drastic measures wouldn't have stopped the Ulsterman.The Aussie golfer quietly climbed the leaderboard at Augusta National, carding a solid 71 on Saturday to sit at 5-under par and tied for sixth place. He also scored par on the final day to finished tied eighth in the leaderboard. However, he remains seven shots adrift of McIlroy, who dazzled with a 6-under round to seize the solo lead.McIlroy's historic start on Saturday saw him

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Masters Tournament Viewership On The Upswing With 33% Growth For Final Round As Rory McIlroy Seals First Win
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Masters Tournament Viewership On The Upswing With 33% Growth For Final Round As Rory McIlroy Seals First Win

Rory McIlroy sealed his first Masters win in the most-watched final round in seven years

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Rory McIlroy completes Career Grand Slam: Why the Green Jacket is golf's most important honour | International Sports News

Scottie Scheffler puts the green Jacket on winner, Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, at the Masters golf tournament, Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) In the world of golf, no garment carries more mystique or prestige than the Masters’ green jacket. As Gary Player once said, “The Green Jacket is the most sought-after piece of clothing in the world for any golfer.” And he's not exaggerating. In fashion terms? Think the Chanel tweed jacket meets the exclusivity of a Met Gala invite, only rarer.The idea of a members’ jacket was the brainchild of the great Bobby

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Relive the intense 2025 Masters playoff! Rory McIlroy battles Justin Rose in an epic showdown for the green jacket. 🏆

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Masters star storms off from interview after Rory McIlroy question gets the blood boiling | Golf | Sport

Shane Lowry abruptly ended his post-round interviews at the Masters after a question about Rory McIlroy clearly hit a nerve. Despite a strong performance, Lowry fell short at the end, bogeying holes 17 and 18. The change in fortune left the Irish golfer visibly upset, especially when journalists queried him about McIlroy, who not only is his good friend but also a key figure in the day's events.'No. No, I'm not going to stand here and talk about Rory for 10 minutes,' Lowry snapped. 'I'm trying to win the tournament, as well.'Lowry continued, expressing his frustration and determination: 'I know

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Why This CEO And Augusta National Member Gets To Play At The Masters

Michael McDermott, an Augusta National member and accomplished amateur golfer, has played in the ... More Masters the past several years as a non-competing marker. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)Getty Images If you’re a die-hard recreational golfer, prepare to be a little envious. Michael McDermott has one of the best jobs in golf this weekend, serving as a non-competing “marker” at the Masters where he plays alongside a participant when there’s an odd number of golfers in the tournament field. Saturday’s third round saw McDermott playing with Tom Kim at Augusta National Golf Club. While the prospect of facing Augusta

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https://www.fogolf.com/939023/jon-rahm-has-gone-from-an-express-train-to-an-also-ran-since-his-defection-writes-oliver-holt-the-cheers-and-the-roars-were-once-for-him-but-now-are-echoes-of-a-former-existence/ Jon Rahm has gone from an express train to an also-ran since his defection, writes OLIVER HOLT… the cheers and the roars were once for him but now are echoes of a former existence #dailymail #Golf #GolfNews #MastersTournament #sport
Jon Rahm has gone from an express train to an also-ran since his defection, writes OLIVER HOLT… the cheers and the roars were once for him but now are echoes of a former existence

It's early at Augusta National when Jon Rahm rumbles out of the clubhouse. Early for the big dogs anyway. For the contenders. Rory McIlroy is probably still getting some extra rest at home. Same with Justin Rose. Same with Scottie Scheffler.But Rahm is not a contender any more. He hasn't been since he joined LIV Golf for a reputed £450m payday in December 2023. He hasn't been in the shake-up for a major since and he isn't in the shake-up at this edition of The Masters either.He squeaked just inside the cut-line on Friday night with a two-over total that

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