Now, whispers around the club suggest 2026 could be their final year, and that rumour alone has elevated the gnome from coveted souvenir to something closer to a holy relic. Augusta National did not immediately reply when asked to confirm whether this is indeed the gnomes' last stand. She finally landed a full-size gnome on her fourth trip to the Masters. "This will be in my home and it will be brought out during Masters week just like a Christmas decoration would be brought out." CONSOLATION PRIZE FOR LATE RISERSFor Masters first-timer Chris Flanagan of Detroit, Michigan, the ⁠gnome education came the hard way.

Source: The Star April 07, 2026 12:09 UTC