Is it too early to be thinking about the 2018 Masters. Generally, this is the time of year that I get anxious for the first Major of the golfing season. It is cold, there is lots of snow and the courses will be open in less than two months. I need something to look forward too. How about you? Continue reading
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The Masters – Sergio Garcia Wins
Sergio Garcia wins the 2017 Masters. Finally, the yoke of ‘being one of the best players in golf never to win a Major’ is put to bed. Now, if Lee Westwood to do the same, all would be right in the golfing world. Regardless, yesterday belonged to Sergio. Continue reading
The Masters – The Final Round
Moving day did not disappoint any golfing fans. The strong play of Justin Rose, Sergio Garcia, Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler moved these players into contention for the green jacket. The media coverage of these players overshadowed the play of Lee Westwood, Charles Schwartzel, Brendt Snedeker and Jason Day; but such is the life of players too far back to be considered a threat. With dramatics ever-present at The Masters, no lead is safe; one mistake can cost you the lead and a chance at the big prize. Continue reading
The Masters – Moving Day
The Masters never disappoints. After an amazing minus 7 start, Charley Hoffman appeared mortal on Day 2. He did not have that confidence and zeroed in focus we saw in his opening round and I am not surprised. Augusta National is a fantastic course that requires 5 hours of intense concentration if you have any illusions of scoring well. So, the second day of play unfolded exactly as I expected. Continue reading
The Masters -What to Watch
For the first time in years, I sat and watched the entire first round of The Masters. It was very interesting to observe the best professionals maneuver their way around a windy Augusta National. Of course, there were fantastic shots, crazy bounces and down right shots that players wanted back. My challenge was trying to see as many of these shots as possible to maximize my viewing pleasure. Continue reading
The Grateful Golfer 