Nicolai Højgaard, 23, is set to make his second appearance at the prestigious Masters tournament after impressing in his debut at Augusta last year. The Danish golfer showed his potential by consistently featuring near the top of the leaderboard, finishing tied for 16th overall. Højgaard’s strong performance also saw him represent Denmark at the 2024 Olympic golf tournament, where he secured a commendable seventh-place finish. Currently ranked 60th in the Official World Golf Rankings, Højgaard’s presence at the Masters adds to the excitement of the upcoming event.
Notably, Højgaard will be joined by his twin brother Rasmus, who has already qualified for the Masters based on his ranking in the Official World Golf Rankings. This unique occurrence marks the first time that a pair of twins will compete in the Masters simultaneously, adding an intriguing dynamic to the prestigious tournament.
In addition to the Højgaard brothers, Joaquin Niemann, 26, will also be making his sixth appearance at the Masters. The Chilean golfer has consistently made the cut in the past four years and is currently ranked 71st in the world. Niemann’s solid performances, including a ninth-place finish at the Olympics for Chile, further highlight his talent and add depth to the field of competitors at the Masters.
As of now, a total of 87 players have received invitations to compete in the 2025 Masters, with additional spots still available for winners of upcoming PGA Tour events and players who break into the top 50 of the Official World Golf Rankings in the week leading up to the tournament. The anticipation for the Masters continues to build as top golfers from around the world prepare to showcase their skills on one of the sport’s grandest stages.
This article was originally published on USA TODAY and highlights the exciting additions of Nicolai Højgaard and Joaquin Niemann to the prestigious list of invitees for the upcoming Masters tournament.
