Are phones allowed at the Masters? Augusta National Golf Club has strict no-cell phone policy
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The Masters Tournament is officially here!
Over the course of the next four days, the world's greatest players will partake in the first major on the golf calendar at historic Augusta National Golf Club in hopes of winning that signature green jacket for the first — or multiple — time in their career.
Reigning Masters champion Scottie Scheffler enters the 89th Masters Tournament looking to become the first golfer since Tiger Woods to win back-to-back green jackets.
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The Masters is one of the more decorated and tradition-based events on the sports calendar each season, two things that play into the uniqueness of the tournament and the experience it provides for patrons, both at home and in Augusta. An example of this is how Scheffler had to set the menu and pay for the Masters Champion Dinner as the previous year's winner. Or how Augusta National has a strict dress code.
But that also includes what is and what isn't allowed on the grounds as 95 players compete for that iconic walk up the hill on the 18th hole that could write their name into golf royalty and history for eternity, including cell phones.
Here's what you need to know on whether or not phones are allowed at the 2025 Masters Tournament:
No, phones are not allowed on the grounds at Augusta National Golf Course for The Masters.
In fact, all electronic devices (phones, laptops, tablets, beepers, drones and other mobile devices) are not allowed at The Masters for those that attend it. As noted by The Masters' website, courtesy phones are available throughout the course for patrons, should they need to make a call.
The Masters' website also noted that patrons can check in their phones at the Tournament Check Stands outside the North and South gates at Augusta National before walking onto the grounds.
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At a media availability ahead of the 2025 Masters, Ludvig Aberg spoke about the no-phone policy at Augusta National and how it elevates the tournament experience for all involved.
"I think one thing that's very underrated about Augusta, (well) not underrated but I think just the fact that the patrons don't have their phones out it actually makes it feel like they're so much more engaged," said Aberg, who finished runner-up last year to Scottie Scheffler.
"It's a lot more eye contact with the fans. ... You can really tell that they watch and appreciate good golf."
No phones. No cameras.All eyes are on the course at the Masters. pic.twitter.com/wUAUKfoaEQ
— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) April 9, 2025
As noted by The Augusta Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network, if a patron is caught with a cell phone or another form of electronic device at The Masters, that patron will be removed from the grounds and have their tickets revoked for that tournament and future tournaments.
Here's a list of prohibited items at The Masters, according to The Masters' official website:
Electronic devices (Cell Phones, Laptops, Tablets, Beepers, Drones and other electronics)*
Radios, TVs, Noise and music-producing devices
Knives and Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit)
Flags, Banners and Signs
Cameras
Chairs/Seats with pointed ends, Folding armchairs and Rigid-type chairs
Strollers
Food, Beverage and Coolers
Golf shoes with metal spikes
Ladders, Periscopes, Tripods, Monopods and Selfie sticks
Backpacks, Bags and Purses larger than 10' x10' x12' (in their natural state)
* Denotes Apple Watches, Fitness Tracking Bands and Electronic Watches are allowed into the grounds for non-phone calling and texting purposes.
Dates: Thursday, April 10 – Sunday, April 13
Location: Augusta National Golf Club (Augusta, Ga.)
Time: First tee on Thursday scheduled for 7:40 a.m. ET
TV channels: ESPN | CBS
Streaming: Masters.com | Fubo (free trial) | Paramount+
The 2025 Masters Tournament will tee off off from Augusta National Golf Course on Thursday, April 10 with the first round of competition. The Masters will continue through Sunday, April 13, with the final round concluding with the signature green jacket being handed out.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Can patrons have phones at the Masters? Augusta National policy
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