Darren Clarke has come close to taking his fifth title on the 50-and-older circuit this year. He has finished in the top-20 in each of his four starts.

The two-time Masters winner reveres golf's past and personalities, including the legendary writer who penned his 1974 Sports Illustrated cover story.

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are expected to battle it out for the honour of donning the green jacket, with a win at ...