We knew it was coming - the 8,000+ yard tournament course
It was only a matter of time, and it happened at a course that is getting serious consideration for a U.S. Open. Erin Hills in Erin, Wisconsin held a tournament over the weekend for a group of 38 club pros and amateurs with the course set at 8,400 yards. Now, it was for 19 holes [...]
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“It’s American golf. It’s entertainment. The fans want to see a car wreck, and that’s what it is.”
Australian golf course architect Michael Clayton made that statement regarding the 17th hole at Sawgrass.
Personally, I find that sad commentary on American golf. For the most part, though, he’s right about the 17th hole summarizing what many Americans’ want out of their golf - ultimate risk and ultimate disaster. Sure, if the participant succeeds, he’s [...]
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Alice Dye liked the Masters?
Well, there had to be one person out there who approved of the Masters setup. I just never would have thought it would be Alice Dye - one of the kindest souls you’ll ever meet. Who knew she had such a deviant side?
Perhaps it’s just coincidence that Dye’s wife, Alice, last week sent a [...]
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Tiger says Oakmont tougher than Augusta
More from Tiger’s practice round at the host course for the 2007 US Open.
“It’s a great test, but has a lot of blind tee and second shots,” world number one Woods said in his monthly newsletter Tuesday. “Overall, I’d say it’s a lot harder than Augusta National.
“It’s an old-style course and I kept trying to [...]
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