FILE - In tis April 8, 1961 file photo, Gary Player reacts with a cheer as he drops a birdie putt on the sixth green during the third round of the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. Player says his first Masters victory in 1961 brought him much more than the distinction of being the first foreign-born golfer to wear the green jacket. He says he gained confidence in his game, believing he could compete with anyone _ even Arnold Palmer. (AP Photo/File)