DP World Tour pro Min Woo Lee shares his game plan for attending The Masters as a patron—and it starts at the merchandise tent.
Min Woo Lee has a clear priority if he ever finds himself in the gallery at Augusta National as a patron rather than a competitor: hit the merchandise tent first.
In a video shared by the DP World Tour, the Australian golfer outlined his strategy for maximizing a Masters spectating experience, complete with a surprisingly candid estimate of the shopping budget.
“I mean, probably have to go to the merch tent first,” Lee explained. “I’m sure there’s a shipping situation there, so you spend at least $1,000 to $2,000 I’d say. I think that’s pretty average. Get a gnome for sure. Ship it.”
Beyond the obligatory Augusta merchandise haul, Lee provided practical advice on the best viewing locations around the course. His recommendation centers on a cluster of holes that offers multiple vantage points without requiring a spectator to remain stationary all day.
The Strategic Hole Selection
“And then probably go down to $16,000,” Lee said, referencing the 16th hole. “You can kind of see the tee shots off $16,000, people skip it if it’s a practice round. And then you watch the tee shots on $6,000. And you can kind of watch $15,000 as well. So I think that trio of holes is a pretty good area if I had to sit somewhere.”
The strategy reveals Lee’s understanding of patron flow at Augusta—visitors often skip certain spots during practice rounds, allowing for better viewing angles at peak times. The 15th, 16th, and 17th holes, known affectionately as “Amen Corner” and the surrounding area, represent some of the most dramatic scoring opportunities on the course.
Balancing Strategy with the Complete Experience
Lee acknowledged that while his hole selection makes strategic sense, personal preference ultimately matters. “But I’ll probably want to see the leaders or my favorite golfer,” he noted, recognizing that following top contenders often trumps optimal positioning.
His closing sentiment summed up the Masters experience succinctly: “Yeah, definitely get the merch first. That’s probably a priority. And then, yeah, just enjoy it. I mean, it’s one of the best places on earth.”
Whether viewed as a tongue-in-cheek commentary on Augusta’s premium merchandise pricing or genuine advice, Lee’s take resonates with anyone who has attended the tournament and discovered the surprisingly steep cost of leaving with an official Masters souvenir.
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