Overview

• A viral video showed floodwaters rushing through Amen Corner, prompting widespread concern among golf fans.
• Sources confirmed the footage was captured after a localized summer storm, not during Hurricane Helene’s aftermath.
• The flooding took place during routine off-season maintenance and did not cause any lasting damage to the course.
• Club officials say preparations for next year’s Masters remain on track despite the brief water intrusion.
• Augusta National has stayed silent publicly but has dismissed the subcontractor who recorded and leaked the video.