Less of an exciting finish than I thought it was going to be, but only bacuae Schuaffele's homeward 9 was a thing of beauty. That deserved to win any tournament.
Sad for Rosie though. That would have been a truly beautiful full circle moment in sport after his astonishing debut in the open as a kid.
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I heard someone say that and thought it couldn't be correct and it's not. He went from 7th on his own $521k to a share of 7th at €451k.
Incredible round from Xander but really the putting was the difference. He holed everything whilst Rose couldn't buy a putt for most of the round. I reckon if you had given Rose a 67 at the start of the day he would have taken it. Delighted for Horschel with his three birdie finish but he looks like a golfer fighting a lot of demons.
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Clicked over after the Grand Prix and it was setup nicely with at least 6 guys in contention approaching the back nine.
Had a row and shower, then sat down to see it was all but over with Xander firmly in control. Superb from him
Had a row and shower, then sat down to see it was all but over with Xander firmly in control. Superb from him
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After a serious dose of the s***ks earlier in the season my handicap went up by 3.5 strokes! However as soon as they arrived they disappeared, helped by a lesson on the trackman showing me my swing plane was 10 degrees inside as I was a lazy bastard and didn't turn my shoulders! Now getting back to where I was, cut my handicap by a couple and playing ok. Courses are now in excellent condition after a shitty spring. Off on a wee mini Tour to play Goswick, Alnmouth Village x2 and Dunstanburgh Castle in a few weeks, looking forward to it.
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Matt Kuchar being a colossal dickhead over on the PGA.
Very odd decision. I can only presume he was taking a stand about them playing in the poor light, but in a rain delayed event everyone else was just keen to get on with it. He does have a habit of crapping all over his reputation.
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Maybe he could have had a word with his playing partners on the tee, before he let them fuck their finishes ?
..... but that would just be me.
Played Cardrona, near Peebles, today in perfect weather and it was brilliant. We used to play it regularly 4-5 years ago before covid but they let their greens go and the conditioning after lock down was awful. It is now pretty good shape and for £25 per person on GolfNow it was a bargain. Difficult course, some really difficult long holes and a long walk but just beautiful scenery and good fun to play. Only issue was the golf bar wasn't open after our morning round as it was too quiet and drinks had to be got from the bar in the hotel itself - we settled for can of fizz and a snicker from the Pro Shop. I would recommend it if the sun is shining and anyone is looking for a bargain day out.
Good luck with them mate, look fantastic but for me completely unplayable! I need all the help I can get with my clubs!
I gave up golf for 18 years and when I did i was playing of 3 and using Maxfi Australian Blades. When I started back I was convinced blades would be fine and bought a set of Mizunos.
I recall how incredulous my mates were and one day I was 8 over through nine round Gullane no 1 and my mate convinced me to try his cavity backs. I played the inward 9 in even par and realised the difference. Needless to say I traded in the Mizunos the next day.
I was there as well for a police outing. Hadn't played the course in about 8 years as the condition was so bad. Really surprised how good it was. It has some absolutely beautiful holes.dpedin wrote: ↑Wed Aug 14, 2024 7:02 pm Played Cardrona, near Peebles, today in perfect weather and it was brilliant. We used to play it regularly 4-5 years ago before covid but they let their greens go and the conditioning after lock down was awful. It is now pretty good shape and for £25 per person on GolfNow it was a bargain. Difficult course, some really difficult long holes and a long walk but just beautiful scenery and good fun to play. Only issue was the golf bar wasn't open after our morning round as it was too quiet and drinks had to be got from the bar in the hotel itself - we settled for can of fizz and a snicker from the Pro Shop. I would recommend it if the sun is shining and anyone is looking for a bargain day out.
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Is that part of the MacDonald hotel?dpedin wrote: ↑Wed Aug 14, 2024 7:02 pm Played Cardrona, near Peebles, today in perfect weather and it was brilliant. We used to play it regularly 4-5 years ago before covid but they let their greens go and the conditioning after lock down was awful. It is now pretty good shape and for £25 per person on GolfNow it was a bargain. Difficult course, some really difficult long holes and a long walk but just beautiful scenery and good fun to play. Only issue was the golf bar wasn't open after our morning round as it was too quiet and drinks had to be got from the bar in the hotel itself - we settled for can of fizz and a snicker from the Pro Shop. I would recommend it if the sun is shining and anyone is looking for a bargain day out.
We take the kids for walks in the woods just behind and I've never seen it even remotely busy. Assumed it wasn't very good, I stand corrected (or I'm mixing it up with somewhere else).
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I've dug the clubs out of the cupboard and hit a few at the range on Briar Hills.
I've never been any good - I used to threaten to break 90 for a while before injury - but now I can barely get the ball off the floor. I've developed a shocking daisy cutting hook. Very confusing as my usual failure was a thin or semi-slice. The hook is on all clubs, I'm even getting notable draw on wedges but my woods are all over place.
I think I'm not getting weight through the ball, and leaving weight on back leg. Anyone get any good drills to try to address this?
I've never been any good - I used to threaten to break 90 for a while before injury - but now I can barely get the ball off the floor. I've developed a shocking daisy cutting hook. Very confusing as my usual failure was a thin or semi-slice. The hook is on all clubs, I'm even getting notable draw on wedges but my woods are all over place.
I think I'm not getting weight through the ball, and leaving weight on back leg. Anyone get any good drills to try to address this?
inactionman wrote: ↑Thu Aug 15, 2024 3:29 pmIs that part of the MacDonald hotel?dpedin wrote: ↑Wed Aug 14, 2024 7:02 pm Played Cardrona, near Peebles, today in perfect weather and it was brilliant. We used to play it regularly 4-5 years ago before covid but they let their greens go and the conditioning after lock down was awful. It is now pretty good shape and for £25 per person on GolfNow it was a bargain. Difficult course, some really difficult long holes and a long walk but just beautiful scenery and good fun to play. Only issue was the golf bar wasn't open after our morning round as it was too quiet and drinks had to be got from the bar in the hotel itself - we settled for can of fizz and a snicker from the Pro Shop. I would recommend it if the sun is shining and anyone is looking for a bargain day out.
We take the kids for walks in the woods just behind and I've never seen it even remotely busy. Assumed it wasn't very good, I stand corrected (or I'm mixing it up with somewhere else).
Yes, that's it. The hotel is a shitshow and the course had gone the same way. Presumably the money spent on the course is a start to try and rejuvenate the place.
Absolutely sensational final round to the Fed Ex St Jude. Matsuyama collapsing out of the lead and then burdieing 17 and 18 to win. Players on the cusp desperately trying to make the top 50 to continue their season. Liv couldn't buy that sort of competition.
Another great tournament from Bob McIntyre to virtually guarantee his Tour Championship spot in his first full season.
Another great tournament from Bob McIntyre to virtually guarantee his Tour Championship spot in his first full season.
Not sure the Hotel has ever recovered from Covid but the gym and spa seemed busy enough when we were there. Golf course is nice now and worth a visit. Its problem is that it isn't a golf club as such just a course attached to the hotel and is dependent upon hotel guests and visitors for business - I don't think it has many golf members per se. As a result the spend on the course has been pretty poor but as suggested above they're spending more dosh on trying to get the course back up to a decent standard to promote hotel. The Dave Thomas designed layout is pretty tough and a nice layout and when not wet is a good test for £25.Blackmac wrote: ↑Thu Aug 15, 2024 7:47 pminactionman wrote: ↑Thu Aug 15, 2024 3:29 pmIs that part of the MacDonald hotel?dpedin wrote: ↑Wed Aug 14, 2024 7:02 pm Played Cardrona, near Peebles, today in perfect weather and it was brilliant. We used to play it regularly 4-5 years ago before covid but they let their greens go and the conditioning after lock down was awful. It is now pretty good shape and for £25 per person on GolfNow it was a bargain. Difficult course, some really difficult long holes and a long walk but just beautiful scenery and good fun to play. Only issue was the golf bar wasn't open after our morning round as it was too quiet and drinks had to be got from the bar in the hotel itself - we settled for can of fizz and a snicker from the Pro Shop. I would recommend it if the sun is shining and anyone is looking for a bargain day out.
We take the kids for walks in the woods just behind and I've never seen it even remotely busy. Assumed it wasn't very good, I stand corrected (or I'm mixing it up with somewhere else).
Yes, that's it. The hotel is a shitshow and the course had gone the same way. Presumably the money spent on the course is a start to try and rejuvenate the place.
Just back from a wee trip - based in Alnwick and played Goswick, Dunstanburgh Castle and Alnmouth Village 9 hole course twice. Goswick was excellent as usual, a real tough traditional links course which is a Open Qualifying course. I hear they are going to reshape some of the holes including the out of place par 3 9th, it will be interesting to see how that works out. First time playing Dunstanburgh Castle and it was excellent as well, a fun links course designed by James Braid. Great value and some brilliant views but a busy place on a Friday with visitors and walkers. Last was the 9 hole Alnmouth Village course - the oldest 9 hole course in England. A fun course to play which is flat until the torturous 6th hole with a drive against the wind up a steep hill and then onto a plateau green at the highest point of the course. However brilliant views from the 7th tee were next. We played the 9 twice and enjoyed it for what it was. Alnwick has some great pubs and restaurants which made trip a joy. Back again next year.
Watching the business end of the Women's Golf Open at St Andrews with everything crossed at the moment.
Lydia Ko has finished with a 1 shot lead with her nearest opponent on the 18th (but she has driven to about 70m short of the green)
Lydia Ko has finished with a 1 shot lead with her nearest opponent on the 18th (but she has driven to about 70m short of the green)
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Great golf all weekend in relentless weather all 4 days.
Nelly kept going out front and then handing it back to the field.
Lydia doing the business when it counted
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No shit, thanks for that Mickey.Europe warned to expect hostile Solheim Cup atmosphere
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/articles/c5y3nv5dd3xo
Looking forward to the Solheim this week!inactionman wrote: ↑Tue Sep 10, 2024 8:35 amNo shit, thanks for that Mickey.Europe warned to expect hostile Solheim Cup atmosphere
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/articles/c5y3nv5dd3xo
Played Silloth and Brampton this week. Silloth was just in excellent condition and reminded me of what a great course it is, a bit of a hidden gem given it's not the easiest place to get to. Price has gone up to £95 for a day ticket but is still worth it when compared to some of the ridiculous prices we are now seeing on top links courses. Brampton was wet but in good condition despite the rain that had fallen. It's a tough walk but a good course with some interesting holes. Now officially knackered!
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Rory blowing leads like he's at a glory hole this season.
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He looks a beaten man over the last few months.Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sun Sep 15, 2024 8:16 pm Rory blowing leads like he's at a glory hole this season.
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Today felt like more that his opponent doing a good job, & having a string of unbelievable luck, rather than Rory screwing it up; I hope when Rory sits down & reviews the last 9 holes he realizes that, because he actually had a good tournament & didn't do anything wrong.Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sun Sep 15, 2024 8:16 pm Rory blowing leads like he's at a glory hole this season.
Terrible 3 putt on 17 maybe not his best moment.fishfoodie wrote: ↑Sun Sep 15, 2024 10:25 pmToday felt like more that his opponent doing a good job, & having a string of unbelievable luck, rather than Rory screwing it up; I hope when Rory sits down & reviews the last 9 holes he realizes that, because he actually had a good tournament & didn't do anything wrong.Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sun Sep 15, 2024 8:16 pm Rory blowing leads like he's at a glory hole this season.
You could hear Radar almost willing him not to try and hit a 4 iron 256 yards over water. Just as well he pulled it.
I really feel for the guy at the moment. His level of consistently challenging for tournaments is insane but he definitely needs to get over the line more.
Delighted for Horschell who appears such a great guy.
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When I rule the world with an iron fist anyone who shouts”get in the hole” at a golf tournament will be tied to stake at about the 180 yard mark at the nearest driving range for 24 hours.
Just back from visiting a mate in Belgium and playing golf and drinking nice beers most days. Played his course Pierpoint GC which is an excellent parkland track just between Brussels and Charleroi and reasonably priced - 55 euros for a guest, 75 for visitor. Conditions and greens were excellent for this time of year. They are linked to nearby Tournette GC which also has two great courses to play - the American and the English courses. Anyone looking for a summer golfing weekend and can get a flight to Charleroi then it is worth looking at, Pierpoint has a small hotel attached and will put together a package. Belgium not cheapest but the beer is brilliant - recommended.
Poor Bob McIntyre taking some stick about his perfectly reasonable comments about them wrecking the challenge of the road hole by making it nearly 500 yards long. He is bang on, having a tee that is essentially on another course is madness and just an attempt to artificially toughen up a course where the problems lie elsewhere in the many holes that are barely a challenge for a low handicapper.