Green Jacket

:For the regiment of infantry, see Royal Green Jackets

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The Green Jacket is worn by members of the Augusta National Golf Club while on the club grounds. Additionally, each winner of The Masters is awarded the Green Jacket by the player who won the tournament the previous year, a tradition that began in 1949, when Sam Snead was the winner.

Related Topics:
Augusta National Golf Club - The Masters - 1949 - Sam Snead

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The Green Jacket is only allowed to be removed from Augusta National by the reigning champion, afterwhich it must remain at the club. The only exception to this rule is Gary Player, who failed to return his jacket after his 1961 victory, despite the club's insistance that he do so.

Related Topics:
Gary Player - 1961

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