25 days until the Masters: Looking back at the 2000 Masters, first live in HDTV
The 2025 Masters begins in 25 days.
As the countdown to heading down Magnolia Lane continues, Golfweek is taking a look back at some Masters history through the years.
Today, it's time to examine the 2000 Masters and the significant milestones that occurred at Augusta National Golf Club that year.
Who won the 2000 Masters?
Vijay Singh defeated Ernie Els by three shots to win his only Masters title. He shot the same score (139) in his first two rounds as he did the final two rounds. Singh excelled in blustery weekend conditions, including inclement weather during the third round. It was Singh's second major title.
2000 Masters leaderboard
1) Vijay Singh; 10-under 278
2) Ernie Els; 7-under 281
T3) David Duval, Loren Roberts; 6-under 282
5) Tiger Woods; 4-under 284
2000 Masters purse, prize money
Singh won $828,000, and the total purse was $4,627,828.
Who was low amateur at the 2000 Masters?
David Gossett won low amateur honors, shooting 15-over 303, which was tied for 54th.
Augusta National course changes in 2000
There were no major course changes in 2000.
Who won the 2000 Masters Par 3 Contest?
Chris Perry won his only Par 3 Contest, shooting 4-under 23.
2000 Masters facts, stats
- Patron badge waiting list reopens then closes
- Masters becomes first golf tournament presented live in HDTV on network television
This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Looking back at 2000 Masters: Winner, purse, highlights and more
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