The public had a chance to mingle with golf greats Saturday at Auguusta’s Mayor’s Masters Reception.
The event, held at the Augusta Common just as the Augusta National Women’s Amateur concluded, honored Fanny Sunesson, the first woman caddie to caddie for the winner of a men’s major golf championship.
The Swedish caddie and Nick Faldo won four majors in nine years including the Masters Tournament and the British Open in 1990, their first year together.
Sunesson said Augusta has become like a second home since that year.
“I’ve been back here for the tournament every time since ’90 but two times,” she said.
Johnson presented her with honorary keys to the city.
“I want to thank everyone for this. This is a huge honor for me, and I also want to thank my parents that told me to go out and believe in myself,” Sunesson said.
Johnson also honored Miss Augusta, Elleana Garcia, Augusta Super Bowl champion Jaylen Watson and multiple state and regional championship teams from area schools.
He included in the event leadership from North Augusta and Aiken, as well as Doug Duncan, the commission chairman of Columbia County, in what he said should tribute the region that makes the Masters Tournament possible.
