For a long time, there was a legend of a single palm tree on the Augusta National Golf Club. It was said to be hidden by larger trees on the fourth hole, and only golfers who hit a terrible shot into the woods had seen it.
In 2006, the fourth hole was lengthened to ensure it remained challenging for golfers with modern equipment. During the work, many trees were removed, revealing the lone palm tree.
Golf.com reported that there used to be more palms in the area until a winter storm destroyed all but one.
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