Augusta National Blocks Epstein-Linked Entry

Augusta National has successfully kept its doors closed to ticket touts and controversial figures, demonstrating that even significant influence cannot bypass their strict admission rules. In July 2019, Jeffrey Epstein tried to use his connections to get Brad Karp, the then-head of Paul Weiss law firm, admitted to the exclusive golf club, but his efforts failed.

The club's unwavering stance against ticket touting, as evidenced by their resistance to StubHub's attempts, has become one of the great lessons of the Masters Tournament. Karp, who later stepped down from his position due to his ties with Epstein, never gained entry to Augusta National, proving the club's commitment to maintaining its standards regardless of external pressure or wealth.