Show Notes
The 2019 Masters held host to one of the most memorable sporting comebacks in history. In the midst of a career full of severe injuries, ongoing legal troubles and a desire to be the greatest golfer of all-time, Tiger Woods produced what can only be described as a miracle at Augusta seven years ago. In this episode, Mark and Marcus also give us an insight into what it's like interviewing the golfing star as well as a dive into some other great sporting comebacks throughout time.
Every week, Mark Pougatch and Marcus Buckland unpack unbelievable stories from the world of sporting history.
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