Major(s) News & Notes, March 9, 2023

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• Days to the 2023 Masters first tee shot: 28

• Long-range Augusta forecast: near normal temps with above-normal precipitation.

• Days to the 2023 Chevron Championship: 42

• Days to the 2023 PGA Championship 70

• Days to the 2023 U.S. Open: 98

• Days to the 2023 Open Championship: 133

• Days to the 2023 Ryder Cup: 205

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By the time we get to Augusta and The …