Matsuyama's victory came 10 years after he first competed at the prestigious event when he finished as the low amateur.

After riding out a four-hour swirl of emotions to finally secure history Sunday, Hideki Matsuyama lifted his cap and gave a slight bow.

With the hopes of a nation atop his broad shoulders, Matsuyama did just enough to hold on at Augusta, Ga., becoming the first player from Japan to win a men's major tournament with a one-shot victory at the Masters.

Source: The Hindu