I PLAYED AUGUSTA NATIONAL!!

[@Skeeta56]

I watched and “liked” when the original drop was made . . . Now it’s 2024 and it popped up on my suggested viewing . . . It’s like watching a Classic Movie once again. I’ve a second cup of coffee and am enjoying our chat once more. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and time with us!

[@andrewgudgeonobe2721]

Iona you bring such a genuine, personal and human touch to golf commentary. Your eyes are lit up throughout this blog, like a kid in a candy store. Learning you say, teaching more like, being yourself and connecting with the audience like a family friend. Write a note for the family, it will be as big a treasure for them as Peter’s in time.

[@Golfing-AddiCt]

That house is beyond amazing, the notes from Peter Alias are wonderful... Ken B is fabulous isn't he, I've met him several times at the golf courses near his Hertfordshire home, a great conversationalist and always makes time for us mere mortals.

[@AndrewMclean]

For someone whose talent is in another stratosphere, you’re incredibly relatable and down-to-earth. It’s a refreshing change in this space and amazing to see! Also, here via Golf Life, love the video with those boys!

[@jonnyk9392]

You brought back a lot of nice memories I had growing up watching the masters on BBC and the gems from Peter on commentary. This is a fantastic insight into the masters, thanks for sharing 🙂

[@WilliamRoth-q5v]

Now this is what I love watching!!! Some behind the scene's and just listening to you! I can hear the excitement in your voice!!!

[@richardsandson]

It's fantastic that someone in your position is embracing KZbin. These behind the scenes videos are fascinating and only add to the tournaments as a viewer. Cheers Iona.

[@birdieboyfullam]

Absolutely amazing to hear the passion that exists in your voice when you speak of all things golf @Themasters also your gratitude is very humbling. As a golf fan I can totally understand your emotions being involved with BBC team such iconic broadcaster's as Peter alliss to walk in there steps as a young woman learning your trade on such hallowed ground truely brilliant. Then you get to play Augusta Well I need to say no more!! Sky's the limit for you, keep us posted on your Amazing journey ⛳🙌🙏💚

[@ontheroadwithiona]

Thank you so much Brian!

[@ianskeffington9003]

What a wonderful experience for you. You are indeed a very lucky young Lady but you also deserve all the plaudits you receive for your work. You give great commentary and explanation with a lovely voice. I think Peter Alliss would have loved working with you. ⛳️👍🏻⛳️

[@allanroberts4387]

Fantastic to hear you talking about Peter Alliss,The voice of golf for so many,Never be another like him.

[@markwoods6794]

Absolutely love Iona, great to watch, great to hear. Nice to see how emotional and thankful you are, but obviously very well deserved because you’re so great to watch and it’s clear how much effort you put into prep. I’m sure you’re going to be around for a long time and no doubt remembered for even longer. Look forward to watching more of these and thanks for sharing

[@Eat-MyGoal]

The above comment registers 8.2 on the Simp Scale...

[@Payne_Inc.]

@@Eat-MyGoal 🤣

[@Ken_Leivonen]

Hi Iona!, This was lovely video about the start of trip to the Masters, very nicely done. Ken

[@rowdyroddy519]

You're a natural Iona. You are one of the brightest spots in current golf coverage. I enjoy all your YT videos, and when you are on a TV coverage, your skills are as good as the seasoned guys in the booth. Your love of golf shows, and you are a real good player too.... and I love your Scottish accent. If you are ever in Canada... I challenge you to a match. If you win... I will teach you how to hit it straight as Moe Norman. ;) If I win.. I get a tin of those shortbread cookies, we have dinner, and watch CaddyShack ...and I'll still teach you how to hit it straight as Moe Norman.

[@kellyboles7651]

Awesome Iona! Loved this video! Glad you shared your emotions about being there at Augusta!! I really liked the place where you stayed! Thanks for sharing your life experiences with us! Your a Blessing to me and many others! Kelly in North Carolina

[@billwenger2279]

Just found your channel. You are a joy to listen to. Good luck!

[@daleharris6125]

I loved the insight and information. I have been fortunate enough to attend Masters practice rounds twice and Augusta truly is a magical place. It is probably the only event of it's kind where a family of four can eat for less than $40 dollars. I found some of the differences in the use of words interesting. For instance we say porch instead of terrace, Porch swing instead of swinging bench and rod instead of rail to hang the clothes. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[@TheSgkerr123]

Incredible! Lucky you, what a great spot.

[@richardfratus7726]

Iona...really enjoy your commentary and your wonderful personality. Keep up the great workl!

[@raizedbynerdz8718]

Looks like the cabins at Champions retreat..I miss playing Augusta and caddying there

[@peterfedorow4694]

Really enjoyed your coverage of this fantastic tournament. Giveaway has to be a Masters coffee mug, they're pretty big! I was there in 2013 on a "boys road trip", in a rattly old RV, and remember every detail of the day, hope to return one day and have just completed my application for 2023 tickets. Sit enjoy sitting on my masters chair, wearing the cap(s), and flying the flag - still need to get Adam Scott's autograph though.

[@RichSabol]

Rich here from Augusta, GA. I used to work as a volunteer runner/driver for the World feed up to 2020 during Master's week. Please tell all the BBC crew; especially Ken Brown I said hello and "Well done chaps!" I get to go to the tournament as a patron now. Hopefully see you all on the course!

[@alanmosulli]

Loved hearing your thoughts Iona and in depth personal experience of your time at Augusta! I was fortunate enough to be at The Masters for the week in 2013 when Adam Scott won, a historic win! Had the pleasure of finally meeting him at the JP McManus Pro Am last week and get my Masters flag signed, such a gentleman and a swing that is the template for all us golf nerds 😁⛳️🏌‍♂️ Keep up the great work on your channel and on TV Iona! 🤗

[@niguel4438]

Lovely video from a lovely young lady. Great job. More please.

[@daveologhlen]

Respect Iona, hope you come to Gort Golf course some day....Relaxing place, not far from Lahinch links....Don't mind Adare and J.P, we are more craic....

[@chriscollier3197]

How lucky were you!!! 😊 Great insight, thanks for sharing

[@chriscollier3197]

Just read some previous comments and saw I repeated insight just a tad!! 😂

[@charlesbell5518]

Hats are always great to give to golfers. Love your channel

[@kentbarnes1955]

I was blessed to be a Gallery Guard at the Masters for 14 years (last year in 2005). I miss it so much...and it was a GREAT experience every year. As a volunteer got to play the course a few times. It was beyond description.

[@paulrigby3578]

Keep up the great work with the bbc and you tube excellent channel 👍🇦🇺

[@iantemblett8504]

So amazing you having a Utube channel now and what and amazing experience at Augusta. Content is so great and you do it so well.

[@RealStAndrews]

Looks amazing Iona. Great to get this behind the scenes of you covering the Masters. Better than Salford this year! Definitely appreciate how stressful it can be with some of the work you do. So cool you got to play week later.

[@beachfraser3747]

Hi Iona, just aquick hello from a fan of your work , great commentary and now the new channel, all the best, regards Fraser

[@BobLorrimer]

Impressive; You have a lovely presentational style, as easy and as natural as your Golf swing.

[@warricklawrence2057]

Great to see you again Iona 😁👍.. I think a masters flag 🚩 would be an awesome giveaway 🤔.. Looking forward to more great content

[@ackosadventures2486]

Come across your channel after watching Rick Shiels loving it. Great channel 👍👍

[@garyrae5413]

Spot on with the Scheffler shout,can you drop me a tip for the Open please?🙏🏻

[@rwm2986]

You don't make mistakes, you have learning experiences! Thanks for an interesting video.

[@jimmatthews8385]

Iona you have pizzaz great sauve oui faire. Enjoyed your flavor and personal touch on a gal from Britain taking in Masters. I kept thinking you were named after a Greek island or a University. Great job love your silky voice and blue eyes. Real genuine, hope to catch you on BBC. Blessings and continued success on Tour. Jersey Jim

[@DosLobos]

Ah why did it take me so long to find this. Great insight. Cheers Iona

[@chadharman1865]

You can’t explain that natural reaction to something so true n special 👍👍

[@mivelmo]

Great insight! Would love to hear more about your round, maybe you could cover it on a podcast?

[@wpk286]

I've never played at Augusta but did get to watch a round but had to keep an eye on the weather that was rather threatening. My friend did get to play with some friends and she was able to birdie #12, a true lifetime experience. She is a 4 handicap but found it harder than she ever expected. Your cottage seems quite comfortable with some great views.

[@markvpinkham]

I listened to you this year on the Masters App. I hope you keep coming back.

[@ronhogue3585]

Outstanding. ❤️🤛🏻🇨🇦

[@steffydog]

You’re fab, thanks for this. Stay safe.

[@propjoe1060]

Love this style of video. Was great to see the handwritten notes on the wall from the great Peter Alliss. Sadly missed, golf isn't the same!

[@Lhinton1]

Good call on Scottie Scheffler!

[@mikesnowden1054]

iHoP is pretty much directly opposite the gates (or was when we did a drive by). A great place for Brunch pancakes for us mortals to peer through the fence.

[@davidmonk6139]

Iona, let me tell you that it's not luck that you are where you are...it's so many other good things. I've just discovered you by watching you play with Shiels and I'm the lucky one.

[@sepetisionelatu5539]

Miss Peter Allis and his commentary. He's my favorite!

[@robertoalvarez2777]

You are on your way!

[@markpond8136]

Superb ❤

[@JonathanBrazil1]

That your Masters notebook has a green jacket... ☺

[@codyjones2681]

You stayed on #6 at Westlake.

[@veneratedmortal4369]

Did you go back in 2023? Was hoping to see you there.

[@ontheroadwithiona]

yeah I was there :) another marvellous week!

[@valhaynes858]

Love the video of the house BUT not the motion sickness watching the camera flashing sound.😂😂😂

[@tincup850]

When you find this channel from Rick shiels and get recommended this 💎!

[@bigjmal]

Did you get to film the round!?

[@dhall058]

I'm still a bit disappointed that I didn't connect with you at ANGC last year, as it would have completed my 200% Awesome Experience Checklist.

[@andyc997]

This lady is breathtakingly beautiful inside and out❤

[@jonnybegood1544]

Love your vids keep going ))

[@jonnybegood1544]

I. Up in scotland this yr in may in gleneagles)) enjoying soem free time and golf

[@johntatum1951]

You sure are a lovely lady...you deserve this experience.

[@TheSlimebuster]

This on the street I grew up in!

[@kidmid706]

I live right by the Augusta national 😂

[@joedavey84]

Fun fact about waffle house. It’s used as an informal way to measure the severity of a storm in (mostly) the southern states. Open full menu is a weak storm, open limited menu is a decently quite a bad one and closed is obviously stay inside because it’s a nightmare. Love a good waffle house breakfast storm index aside. Love the content!

[@Payne_Inc.]

🍑Augusta native🍑, now living in 🌙🌴 SC

[@skellvarnsen23]

hello, friends.

[@thoyo]

There's something endearing about watching Brits eat good ole fashioned American grits and eggs at a Waffle House 😊

[@catgolfer1]

WOW, you're way better than Paige Spirinak or Claire Hogle.😺

[@rainchild100]

Augusta ...the dream badly

[@ridegriff50]

Sleepy Iona😂

[@bobburch2151]

You are a amazing young lady

[@markatchison9974]

You're really fit AND a great golfer. What's that like?

[@jrelam1679]

Glad you got to try Waffle House one of our favorite diners. Perfect pregame breakfast.

[@pjpredhomme7699]

love listening to you any time but hearing that lovely scottish voice speaking with excitement about going to waffle house made me spit out my coffee

[@jiml9062]

Tiger Woods was NOT the greatest comeback in golf, that would be the greatest ball striker in the history of golf, the incomparable Ben Hogan

[@kidmid706]

Stop it

[@clc251]

You cannot go wrong starting your day at the Waffle House 👍

[@colinwalker3009]

People probably won't understand this but I know you will na bad fa a qwine fa st Andrew 😂

[@grahammccready2647]

life is so unfair

[@tommy.d7985]

Yes Iona wat a video

[@garyknight8432]

All that won't come cheap?

[@andyc997]

This lady is breathtakingly beautiful inside and out❤