‘Still a Bargain’: Recent Masters Series Badge Divides Golf World as Fierce Debate Ensues

Published 01/05/2023, 4:33 AM EST

It’s no secret that the cost of attending major sporting events has been on the rise in recent years. From Super Bowl tickets to World Series seats, it seems that fans are willing to pay top dollar for the chance to see their favorite teams and players in action. And this trend is no different when it comes to the Masters Tournament, one of the most prestigious events in golf.

According to recent reports, ticket prices for the 2023 Masters have gone up. Series badges have increased significantly over the previous year. The fans have still not swallowed the tough pill.

Masters tickets are never a bad deal

Despite the higher price tag, the Masters remains the best deal in sports. The Masters has never been an easy feat, and according to golf digest, golf fans have a 0.55 percent chance of winning the ticket lottery. And here we are talking about the daily tickets. One can only imagine the hustle of getting badges for accessing all four of the tournaments.

A 20% price increase has occurred, but golf fans are unconcerned. They are willing to pay a huge price just to get access to the majors. Clearly, Augusta National has been hit by significant inflation, resulting in a massive price increase from $375 to $450. To enter the revered grounds of Augusta National Golf Club to see THE MASTERS, it costs $100 and change per day. Clearly, even with a hike, it seems like a pretty darn good deal, much like the tournament’s renowned concession prices.

As tweeted by John Boyette, the executive editor for The Aiken Standard, “Series badges for the @TheMasters were made available to those on the patron list today. The price for a badge, good for all four tournament days, is up to $450. It was $375 last year. Still a bargain when compared to other major events.”

Series badges for the @TheMasters were made available to those on the patron list today. The price for a badge, good for all four tournament days, is up to $450. It was $375 last year. Still a bargain when compared to other major events. @GeoffShac @BillFields1
— john boyette (@johnboyette) January 3, 2023

One cannot deny that the Masters is a true spectacle. From the iconic green jacket awarded to the winner to the breathtaking beauty of the Augusta National course, there’s no other event quite like it in sports. The atmosphere is electric, with fans from all over the world coming together to witness the best golfers in the world compete for one of the sport’s most coveted titles.

It truly is a bucket-list event for many golf fans. It’s an opportunity to see some of the greatest players in the sport’s history. While the ticket prices may be steep, they’re a small price to pay for the chance to see golf history in the making.

Even after a massive hike in the prices of major league baseball tickets, they still remain the best deal in sports. If you’re a golf fan, it’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

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Manisha is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. A Philosophy graduate, she possesses a writing experience of over 2 years now. Having picked up on the sport for quite some time now, Manisha looks up to Tiger Woods and admires his fortitude and charisma.

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Rohini Kottu