27 days until the Masters: Looking back at the 1998 Masters, O'Meara's brilliant finish

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The 2025 Masters begins in 27 days.

As the countdown to heading down Magnolia Lane continues, Golfweek is taking a look back at some Masters history through the years.

Today, it's time to examine the 1998 Masters and the significant milestones that occurred at Augusta National Golf Club that year.

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Who won the 1998 Masters?​

Mark O'Meara birdied the 17th and 18th hole to win his lone Masters title by one shot. He didn't lead after any of the first three rounds. At 41 years, 89 days, O'Meara became the oldest first-time winner. Fred Couples led for 61 holes and after each of the first three rounds.

1998 Masters leaderboard​

1) Mark O'Meara; 9-under 279

T2) Fred Couples, David Duval; 8-under 280

4) Jim Furyk; 7-under 281

5) Paul Azinger; 6-under 282

1998 Masters purse, prize money​

O'Meara won $576,000, and the total purse was $3,199,480.

Who was low amateur at the 1998 Masters?​

Matt Kuchar won low amateur honors, shooting even-par 288 and finishing tied for 21st.

Augusta National course changes in 1998​

There were no major course changes in 1998.

Who won the 1998 Masters Par 3 Contest?​

Sandy Lyle won his second consecutive Par 3 Contest, shooting 3-under 24.

1998 Masters facts, stats​

• William W. Johnson is elected Chairman. Jackson T. Stephens is named Chairman Emeritus
• Scoring average of 5.097 on 15 is highest in Masters history
• The Nicklaus Plaque is affixed to a drinking fountain between Nos. 16 and 17 to honor 6-time winner
• David Toms shoots 29 on the second nine during the final round, tying a Masters record.

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This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Looking back at 1998 Masters: Winner, purse, highlights and more

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