Heavy winds at Augusta National made for a challenging day for golfers at the Masters on Friday. Tiger Woods and Gary Woodland both faced difficulties caused by the wind, with sandstorms and balls blowing off the green. Ludvig Aberg posted the top round of the day with a three-under 69, while only Max Homa managed to shoot below par with a one-under 71. The unpredictable wind made it tough for players to gauge their shots, leading to high scores and stressful conditions on the already demanding course. Despite being accustomed to windy conditions, players like Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry found it particularly challenging at Augusta due to the combination of wind and the course's tricky greens. However, Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters winner, recalled even tougher wind conditions in 2007, expressing optimism for the weekend's play.