Li Haotong of China hits his tee shot during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Honorary Starter Gary Player of South Africa places the ball on a tee during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Li Haotong of China places the ball on a tee during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Honorary Starter Gary Player of South Africa reacts during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Honorary Starter Gary Player of South Africa hits the first tee ceremonially opening the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Li Haotong of China reacts during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Li Haotong (1st L) of China is seen during the 2026 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club, in Augusta, the United States, on April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)