The Masters Green Jacket: Golf’s Most Coveted Piece of Clothing
In professional golf, four individual events, known as “majors,” are seen as the pinnacle competitions in the game. These include the Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and Open Championship. Each of these events has trophies and other symbols that have become synonymous with the lore and history of the tournament. The green jacket in golf is awarded to winners of the Masters tournament and is steeped in tradition. Originally, green jackets were a means of identifying Augusta National Club members. However, in time, it shifted to winners of the Masters. Each champion holds the jacket for one year until the