In a poignant farewell to an illustrious career spanning four decades, legendary CBS broadcaster Verne Lundquist bids adieu to the Masters tournament amidst a chorus of admiration and gratitude from fans worldwide.
With his 40th and final Masters appearance drawing to a close, Lundquist, synonymous with the tournament since 1983, prepares to conclude his magical journey at Augusta National. Fans, familiar with his iconic catchphrase, are poised to bid him farewell with a heartfelt “Yes, sir.”
Throughout his remarkable tenure, the 83-year-old Lundquist has lent his distinctive voice to a myriad of sporting events, but it is in golf where his legacy truly shines. Augusta National has been his canvas, where he has masterfully painted narratives of triumph, despair, and elation against the backdrop of the lush greens.
As Lundquist embarks on his last broadcasting assignment for CBS this April, ESPN commemorated his unparalleled contribution to the sport with a touching tribute video.
“For the last 40 years, the melody of the Masters has featured the birds, the roars, and the unmistakable baritone of Verne Lundquist…”
ESPN had this excellent tribute piece for Verne Lundquist as he enters his 40th and final Masters. ⛳️🎙️ pic.twitter.com/JDk7QXKtK1
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) April 11, 2024
While Lundquist may be bidding farewell to the broadcast booth, his indelible mark on the world of sports commentary ensures that his voice will reverberate through the corridors of Augusta for years to come.
“His calls are truly legendary,” remarked Jim Nantz, Lundquist’s esteemed CBS partner. “Augusta is a place that comes to life every April, and it’s not just because it’s a gathering of the greatest players in the world. There’s a golf competition, but it’s a week of history and voices. They come back. We hear them again.”
As Lundquist takes his final bow at the Masters, the echoes of his iconic commentary will serve as a lasting tribute to a broadcasting icon whose legacy transcends generations.
