Verne Lundquist’s Final Message on Masters Broadcast Rightfully Loved by Fans
Sunday’s final round of the Masters marked the end of a legendary run by CBS’ Verne Lundquist, who called his 40th and last tournament from Augusta.
Lundquist has long been a fan favorite, with his voice calling some of the most memorable moments on the par-3, 16th hole, including a Tiger Woods chip-in that will be replayed for the rest of time. Woods and Lundquist were able to share a nice moment on Sunday, which was pretty cool to see.
Jim Nantz gave Lundquist a great sendoff after Scottie Scheffler and the final group finished the 16th hole, and gave Lundquist a chance to offer one last emotional message.
“Thanks for the memories. Your voice has been a beautiful instrument. Thank you for a wonderful soundtrack for all of our lives.” – Jim Nantz
“Thank you so much, Jim. It’s my honor, my privilege.” – Verne Lundquist ⛳️🎙️❤️ #themasters pic.twitter.com/FTra1oYHin
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) April 14, 2024
Fans loved it, and paid their own tributes to the legend.
You can hear Verne break down at the very end. Weeping. What a legend. https://t.co/BO38nkXJrd
— RJ Choppy (@rjchoppy) April 14, 2024
What a run for Verne Lundquist. One of the all time broadcast voices across sports. From SEC football games, to NCAA Tournament games to the Masters. One of my all time favorites. https://t.co/q9l9SIpdD0
— Seth Toupal (@sethtoups) April 15, 2024
I’ve always been a huge fan and sad to think about this being it for him as a broadcaster. It didn’t even matter if he got names/details wrong near the end of his career, he brought such a warm presence and familiarity on any broadcast that radiated. A national treasure! https://t.co/2rxjp6bQOr
— Adam Schick (@AdamDSchick) April 15, 2024
Verne was such a companion to my sports life. The cheery grandpa you watched sports with, coming through the TV speakers. He is a gem, shining and brilliant, a chuckle I won’t forget.’
Thanks for everything big dog https://t.co/4euTvli1rZ
— Chris Perfett (@chrisperfett) April 14, 2024
There are few constants in TV sports — Verne transcends generations. https://t.co/aluNQnoS4i
— Richard Escobedo (@RichardEscobedo) April 14, 2024
Golf was made for Verne, both cruised at the same speed. Thanks for the memories https://t.co/wkfM3MM9nF
— Garrett McInerney (@G87Mac) April 15, 2024
We should all be grateful we got to spend so many days and nights listening to Verne. Calling him a legend is such an understatement. #Verne @CBSSports @CBSSportsGang https://t.co/VulepV9PQS
— Mark Zinn (@TheZinnMaster) April 14, 2024
— Drew Jones (@drewmjones34) April 15, 2024
