The 34 best 4-day totals in Masters history

The best from Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer and more in this recap of lowest totals at the storied Augusta National.

Tiger Woods, 1997: 270

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It’s the moment that many would call the beginning of modern-day golf entertainment. Woods, just 21 years old, shot a 40 on the front during his first round. From there, it was a history-making display of golf that captivated both the television crowd and those at Augusta National. He won by 12 strokes over Tom Kite, posting a four-day total of 270.