 Golf master scott stallings invite goes to the wrong Scott Stallings

Scott Stallings, a PGA Tour veteran, was expected to receive an invitation to play in The Masters golf tournament.

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However, the invitation was sent to the wrong Scott Stallings, who is also married to a woman with the same name and lives in Georgia.

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The wrong Scott Stallings reached out to the PGA Tour veteran and sent him the invitation.

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This will be Stallings' third time playing in The Masters, having missed the cut in 2014 and finishing T27 in 2012.

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The Masters will take place at Augusta National Golf Club from April 6-9, 2023.

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The story of the mix-up has gained attention as it is unusual for someone to receive an invitation to The Masters by mistake.

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The PGA Tour is following the story and providing updates on the situation.

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This incident highlights the importance of ensuring that invitations are sent to the correct individuals.

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Stallings will likely have an interesting story to tell in the lead-up to his return to The Masters after almost a decade.

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The Masters is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world and is known for its strict criteria for inviting players.

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