When did Tiger Woods last host the Masters Champions Dinner? What was on the menu?
Tiger Woods has some of the greatest memories of his golfing career while playing at the Masters Tournament at Augusta National. From winning it for the first time in 1997 to turning the clock by claiming the fifth title at Augusta National in 2019 after 14 years span, Woods has seen it all.
Tiger's 2019 Masters win was special as he won the majors after 11 years and that too when no one was expecting him to do it. He defeated Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and Xander Schauffele by a single-stroke difference.
Ahead of the 2020 Masters, Tiger was honored at the Champions Dinner for the fifth time in his career. Here's a look at what was served at Tiger Woods' Champions Dinner in 2020:
- To begin with, the Augusta Roll with tempura shrimp, spicy tuna, avocado, eel sauce, tempura flakes, pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce.
- The main course: prime steak and chicken fajitas, sour cream, guacamole, refried beans, Mexican rice, pico de gallo, grilled vegetables, and flour tortillas.
- To finish the meal, a trio of desserts consisting of classic flan, churros with chocolate sauce, and sopapillas was served.
What was in the Tiger Woods Champions Dinner for other years?
1998
French fries, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, and milkshakes.
Trivia: The 1997 Masters was Tiger's first-ever major win. He became the youngest winner of the Masters and the first player of African or Asian descent to achieve this.
His 12-stroke margin win is still the record for the biggest margin of victory at Augusta National.
2002
Sushi appetizers, Porterhouse steak, and chicken.
Trivia: The 2001 win was special for the ace golfer as he became the first professional to hold all four majors at once. This achievement was popularly called the 'Tiger Slam."
2003:
Sushi appetizers, Porterhouse steaks, and chicken from 2002 with sashimi, salads, crab cakes, asparagus, mashed potatoes, and a chocolate truffle cake.
Trivia: By defending his Masters win in 2002, Tiger Woods became only the third player after Jack Nicklaus and Nick Faldo to do this.
2006
Stuffed jalapeños and quesadilla appetizers with salsa and guacamole; Mexican rice; refried beans, green salad; steak and chicken fajitas; apple pie and ice cream.
Trivia: During the event, there was a moment when Tiger chipped a shot on hole 16, and the ball momentarily paused near the hole before dropping in. The shot has been broadcast numerous times on TV and has received millions of views on YouTube.
Menu for the Masters 2023 Champions Dinner?
The 2023 Masters Champions Dinner will take place on Tuesday, April 4, in the honor of Scottie Scheffler. Here's the Menu for this year's dinner:
Appetizers
- Cheeseburger sliders (served Scottie style)
- Firecracker shrimp with sweet Thai chili and Sriracha mayo
Starter:
- Tortilla soup with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, crispy blue tortilla strips, and lime
Main Course
- Texas ribeye steak or blackened redfish, along with jalapeno creamed corn, fried Brussels sprouts, family-style mac and cheese, and seasoned fries
Dessert:
- Warm chocolate chip skillet cookie with milk and cookies ice cream