Bubba Watson won his first tournament of the 2015 PGA Golf Season. As the PGA expands it market, the HSBC Championship is the second professional event to thrill the Asian golfing fans. To add to the excitement Bubba Watson’s crazy finish on the last hole to force a playoff with Tim Clark is something that will make the highlight reel as one of the top 10 shots of the year.
Following up his miraculous bunker shot, Watson closed out Tim Clark on the first playoff hole by sinking a long putt. His eagle on the 18th hole helped him leap-frog Rickie Fowler, Graeme McDowell and Hiroshi Iwata. In typical Bubba fashion, his flare for fantastic shots is why he is a top draw at any golfing event! Take his miracle hook shot in the 2012 Masters!
2012 Masters – Bubba Watson’s miracle hook shot!
As the golfing world continues to be enamored with Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler, Graeme McDowell, Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed, Bubba Watson continues to pop up periodically to proclaim that he should not be forgotten. Ranked number 7 in the world, Bubba Watson’s consistent play is more than enough to stay atop of the golfing world for quite some time.
Creating a charity called ‘Bubba & Friends Drive to a Million’ in 2012, Watson is making a difference in his community. “PING is supporting the “Bubba & Friends Drive to a Million” by donating $300 for every drive he hits 300 yards or more (up to 300 drives) in 2012.” The total number was 37 – 300+ yard drives. Yup, 37 drives, just amazing!
Best known for his booming drives, Bubba Watson’s scramble game is often overlooked. Periodically, he displays his superpowers by seeing shots that only Seve Ballesteros, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson could see. He continually thrills crowds by holing out from the 200 yards, hitting his driver off the fairway, or holing out a bunker shot to force a playoff in a tournament.
Bubba Watson is a fan favorite. He continues to thrill fans with his devil-may-care approach to golf. Personally, I like watching him play, mostly because of the way he attacks the golf course. He shows no fear, at least on the surface, and maneuvers around a course like a rally racer “off-roading” their way through the back woods of Canada! Bubba Watson is fun to watch and definitely worth the price of admission.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
The Grateful Golfer 
I am not a fan of how he acts on the course. I love the emotions, but how he has treated his caddy and some other issues are disappointing. That being said, he is a thrilling player and has so much imagination. If he can tone down some of the tantrums, he would gain even more fans. Good post!
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You are not the first to mention Bubba’s behaviour on the course! I do not like some of his antics either, hopefully that will change. He does continue to provide exciting moments on the course. Thanks for the comment.
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Jimj
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Jim, Bubba is fun to follow because you never know what you’ll get. I followed him at the 2011 US Open at congressional and he hit a beautiful wedge into the par 5 9th and then tomahawked his club when the ball spun back off the green. No shortage of emotion! Sometimes inappropriate but more interesting than some of his stone-faced competitors. Thanks. Brian
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Brian
I wish I was with you watching him play. He does provide that air of excitement every time he steps over the ball. Thanks for weighing in.
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Jim
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Jim
What a finish! I’m not always the biggest fan of Bubba’s conduct, but from a golf standpoint he is always thrilling to watch.
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Josh
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Josh,
I know he is a bit rough around the edges for some, but he is thrilling to watch! It is funny that he has won two majors, but has that John daly mystic about him. We shall see how he does in the rest of the year. Another quick win and who knows, another Major?
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Jim
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It’s hard to bet against him winning another green jacket or two in his career, Augusta sets up so well for him.
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Josh
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Josh
I agree. I also think that a PGA Championship might be in his future. I guess that depends on where it is played.
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Jim
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Definitely one of the best shots ever.
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