Congratulations Phil Mickelson!  He played extremely well and as one of my favorite players, I was very happy to watch him lead the Waste Management Phoenix Open Tournament from wire to wire.  His putt on the 17th hole in the fourth round actually was the shot of the tournament.

16 hole WM Phoenix Open

Watching the tournament, I wondered if the players really enjoyed the 16th hole.  It was a football stadium style, produced an abundance of noise, and allowed the players to interact with the fans….or was it the other way around.

I for one, enjoyed the 16th hole.  It looked like the players had fun.  They gave out lots of swag and provided an opportunity to really feel the pressure of the fans.  It is an outstanding venue that provides the Waste Management Phoenix Open with something unique to draw fans.

I would not suggest that every tournament should have such a whole, but in this case it was every entertaining.  After all, that is why we watch golf on TV…entertainment.

What do you think?