Zach Johnson Eager for Masters Return

Cedar Rapids native aims to recapture past success at Augusta National

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:00am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fractured movements of a golfer's swing and body on the golf course, using bold, overlapping shapes and planes in shades of green, brown, and white.Zach Johnson's return to the Masters evokes the geometric elegance and tradition of Augusta National Golf Club.Augusta Today

Zach Johnson, the 2007 Masters champion, is excited to be back at Augusta National Golf Club this year for the prestigious tournament. The Cedar Rapids, Iowa native has a history of strong performances at the Masters, including his victory 19 years ago.

Why it matters

Johnson's return to the Masters is a source of pride for his hometown of Cedar Rapids, which has closely followed his professional golf career over the past two decades. As one of the few Iowans to win a major championship, Johnson's presence at Augusta is meaningful for golf fans in the Hawkeye State.

The details

Johnson, now 50 years old, will be making his 20th appearance at the Masters. He won the green jacket in 2007 with a score of 1-under par, edging out Tiger Woods and Retief Goosen by two strokes. Since then, Johnson has had several other top-10 finishes at Augusta, solidifying his status as one of the most consistent performers at the iconic course.

  • Zach Johnson won the Masters in 2007.
  • This year's Masters tournament is scheduled for April 10-13, 2026.

The players

Zach Johnson

A professional golfer from Cedar Rapids, Iowa who won the Masters Tournament in 2007.

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What they’re saying

“I'm thrilled to be back at Augusta. It's always special to compete on a course with so much history and tradition.”

— Zach Johnson

What’s next

Johnson will look to continue his strong play at Augusta National when the 2026 Masters Tournament tees off on April 10.

The takeaway

Zach Johnson's return to the Masters represents the enduring pride of his Iowa hometown, as the Cedar Rapids native aims to recapture the magic of his 2007 victory and cement his legacy as one of the Hawkeye State's all-time great golfers.