31 Jul 2008

Norman all but confirms he'll play at Augusta

6:09 pm on 31 July 2008

Australian golfer Greg Norman has all but confirmed he'll resume his love-hate relationship with the US Masters in April.

Norman qualified to return to Augusta, the scene of his greatest sporting heartache, when he tied for third at the British Open two weeks ago.

The 53-year-old has indicated that he'll be back at the Masters next year for the first time since 2002 by saying it's something to look forward to.

In 22 Masters appearances, Norman has been runner-up three times and placed in the top 10 on nine occasions.

But he'll forever be remembered for his infamous final-round meltdown in 1996 when he blew a six-stroke lead to finish second behind Nick Faldo.