Who’s going to win the Masters? Our writers’ predictions

Spain’s Jon Rahm hits a drive on the first hole during Wednesday’s practice round at Augusta National, site of this week’s Masters tournament. David Goldman AP

The Observer’s writers covering this week’s Masters tournament at Augusta National Club (Ga.) predict the champion:

SCOTT FOWLER

Jordan Spieth: Yes, there was that troublesome Amen Corner meltdown in 2016 that included a quadruple bogey on No. 12. But Spieth has finished no worse than in a tie for second in the past three Masters.

RON GREEN JR.

Jon Rahm: The next great Spanish player wins in his Masters debut on what would have been Seve Ballesteros's 60th birthday.

JOE PERSON

Rory McIroy: The Irishman says it's nice to come to Augusta flying a little under the radar. But he'll be front and center Sunday when he completes a career Grand Slam.

This story was originally published April 5, 2017 at 12:55 PM with the headline "Who’s going to win the Masters? Our writers’ predictions."

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