February 25, 20196 yr Author Here is an update related to BDC damaging the practice green after his round on Thursday. Awesome work here by Bubba, Ted Scott & BDC
February 27, 20196 yr Author Bombers talking about the long ball https://www.pgatour.com/long-form/2019/02/26/power-discussion-big-hitters-discussion-koepka-mcilroy-watson-champ-woodland-finau-dustin-johnson.html
March 1, 20196 yr PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. — Alex Cejka became the first PGA Tour player to be disqualified under the new Rules of Golf limiting green-reading books.Cejka, who was using a previous year’s version of the green-reading book for PGA National, was informed of a possible infraction on the the 13th hole and one hole later was disqualified during the opening round of the Honda Classic on Thursday.“It was brought to the committee’s attention that Alex might possibly be using some old greens reading materials,” said PGA Tour rules official Robby Ware, who informed Cejka of the DQ. “Alex was basically using an old yardage book and old greens reading materials that did not fit the size to scale limit.“He knew he was using an old book. He told me that. I don’t know that he was completely understanding of what the scale limits are.”Under Rule 4.3 (use of equipment), books are limited in scale for green diagrams to where a grid can be no more precise than 3/8-inch equaling 5 yards of the green. It also restricts the size of the book that contains any green information to the current pocket-sized form of most yardage books (approximately 4 1/4 inches by 7 inches).The matter was brought to officials’ attention when playing partner Cameron Tringale noticed that Cejka was using an old book as he walked past him as Cejka lined up a putt on the 10th green and was studying the material in the book.“I saw it and told my caddie,” Tringale said. “I mentioned it to [Cejka] but was unfamiliar how exactly to proceed. I told the first official I saw what I had seen.”Shelton approached Cejka on the 13th hole, studied the material and made the ruling.Ironically, PGA National’s greens had been re-done from a year ago.“I was perplexed,” Tringale said of noticing the book. “That doesn't look right. Did I really see that?“When we finished the 14th hole, I went to use the bathroom and when I came out I saw [Cejka] riding off in a cart.”
March 3, 20196 yr For the fellow cord cutters or those away from a TVhttp://ustvgo.net/nbc-live-streaming-free/Too late. It’s over. Mitchell won.
March 3, 20196 yr Just now, bigup2dahorns said: Too late. It’s over. Mitchell won. yeah... was hoping to catch the playoff. Would have been fun. Oh well.
March 3, 20196 yr On 3/1/2019 at 9:21 AM, bigup2dahorns said: PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. — Alex Cejka became the first PGA Tour player to be disqualified under the new Rules of Golf limiting green-reading books. Cejka, who was using a previous year’s version of the green-reading book for PGA National, was informed of a possible infraction on the the 13th hole and one hole later was disqualified during the opening round of the Honda Classic on Thursday. “It was brought to the committee’s attention that Alex might possibly be using some old greens reading materials,” said PGA Tour rules official Robby Ware, who informed Cejka of the DQ. “Alex was basically using an old yardage book and old greens reading materials that did not fit the size to scale limit. “He knew he was using an old book. He told me that. I don’t know that he was completely understanding of what the scale limits are.” Under Rule 4.3 (use of equipment), books are limited in scale for green diagrams to where a grid can be no more precise than 3/8-inch equaling 5 yards of the green. It also restricts the size of the book that contains any green information to the current pocket-sized form of most yardage books (approximately 4 1/4 inches by 7 inches). The matter was brought to officials’ attention when playing partner Cameron Tringale noticed that Cejka was using an old book as he walked past him as Cejka lined up a putt on the 10th green and was studying the material in the book. “I saw it and told my caddie,” Tringale said. “I mentioned it to [Cejka] but was unfamiliar how exactly to proceed. I told the first official I saw what I had seen.” Shelton approached Cejka on the 13th hole, studied the material and made the ruling. Ironically, PGA National’s greens had been re-done from a year ago. “I was perplexed,” Tringale said of noticing the book. “That doesn't look right. Did I really see that? “When we finished the 14th hole, I went to use the bathroom and when I came out I saw [Cejka] riding off in a cart.” so he got another player suspended then hid in the port-a-john when they ran him off?
March 4, 20196 yr Author 3 hours ago, bigup2dahorns said: Yep. I wanted to see a playoff too. Good field for Bay Hill, Tiger and Phil back. Yeah, I was disappointed there wasn't a playoff. I was hoping that it would be at -7, and Ryan Palmer would get in after sitting around for 4+ hours.
March 4, 20196 yr 16 hours ago, hookem48 said: so he got another player suspended then hid in the port-a-john when they ran him off? Well, golf is a gentleman's game.
March 4, 20196 yr Tiger: Unfortunately due to a neck strain that I’ve had for a few weeks, I’m forced to withdraw from the API. I’ve been receiving treatment, but it hasn’t improved enough to play. My lower back is fine, and I have no long-term concerns, and I hope to be ready for The Players.
March 5, 20196 yr Commish reminding all the players they had the opportunity to make suggestions to change the rules and were provided drafts of the proposed changes with the opportunity to provide input. https://www.golfchannel.com/news/jay-monahan-sends-memo-pga-tour-pros-regarding-rules-golf-pushback Edited March 5, 20196 yr by smwhorn
March 5, 20196 yr Whacky PR battle between the USGA and the pros (and tour). Getting a lot of air time lately on the golf channel. The hot word being used is bifurcation. Will they go fully into two sets of rules, one for touring pros and one for everyone else. This new rule about the caddies “lining up” the players seemed to be aimed at the LPGA and now has the PGA tour guys pissed off.
March 6, 20196 yr Is anyone attending The Players next week? I’ll be there with a group of 4 on Friday and Sunday. Holler at me if you’re going, we’ll grab a beer.
March 6, 20196 yr Indeed! My office is just outside the Sawgrass entrance and our boss is taking us all Fri afternoon. I’ll probably bike over Sat and/or Sun.Let’s touch base next week
March 7, 20196 yr On 3/4/2019 at 7:48 PM, bigup2dahorns said: Whacky PR battle between the USGA and the pros (and tour). Getting a lot of air time lately on the golf channel. The hot word being used is bifurcation. Will they go fully into two sets of rules, one for touring pros and one for everyone else. This new rule about the caddies “lining up” the players seemed to be aimed at the LPGA and now has the PGA tour guys pissed off. This one seems to me to be the easiest of all of them to fix. "If the caddie is standing behind the player during any part of a players pre-shot routine, add two shots." Fuck it's not hard. You can both stand behind the ball and talk about line, target/aim points, wind, whatthefuckever. But if you're behind them while golf is being played, penalty. Clarify in decisions or in an addendum that intent is what matters here- don't want players doing stupid shit like grabbing a new club, then going back to the old club just to "reset" the penalty clock. The goal here is that the golfer should golf. So when the act of golfing a ball is starting, only one person should be participating. Admittedly, that means that ALL of the penalties called so far would still be penalties, but at least the rule is clear. Edited March 7, 20196 yr by capnamerca
March 8, 20196 yr Author That's just Phil doing Phil things I love how he is looking down range to see where the ball went; dude look at your feet
March 10, 20196 yr Should be a fun Sunday. Bunched leaderboard and tough conditions (if like yesterday). Pulling for Rory.
March 10, 20196 yr how can you be short on 135 yard shot ? also, gamez holed out a 7 iron from 176, some guys were hitting 7 on that 200 yard par 3 today. bello drove it 40 yards the gamez plaque
March 11, 20196 yr That's kind of funny and all, but I'd be pissed, too. That's messing with a man's head before a difficult shot. edit: I'd still demand that gift card for the poppers. Edited March 11, 20196 yr by miguelito double order
March 12, 20196 yr My dad’s played it a few times. He says he’s -2 on it and that it’s pretty easy. Without thousands of people watching.
March 12, 20196 yr 1 hour ago, miguelito said: That's kind of funny and all, but I'd be pissed, too. That's messing with a man's head before a difficult shot. edit: I'd still demand that gift card for the poppers. Here's those poppers you ordered..... Edited March 12, 20196 yr by LTtxfan
March 12, 20196 yr Players Championship Odds (Courtesy ofVegasInsider.com) Dustin Johnson +1200 Rory McIlroy +1200 Justin Rose +1400 Justin Thomas +1400 Tiger Woods +1400 Rickie Fowler +1600 Brooks Koepka +1800 Bryson DeChambeau +1800 Jason Day +2200 Jon Rahm +2200 Jordan Spieth +2500 Sergio Garcia +2500 Tommy Fleetwood +2500 Xander Schauffele +2500 Patrick Cantlay +2800 Adam Scott +3300 Francesco Molinari +3300 Tony Finau +3300 Webb Simpson +3300 Hideki Matsuyama +4000 Marc Leishman +4000 Matt Kuchar +4000 Patrick Reed +4000 Paul Casey +4000 Phil Mickelson +4000 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2824941-players-championship-2019-favorites-sleepers-and-tournament-preview
March 13, 20196 yr Author Jordan, Rickie, Brooks - 1:59/9:04 Tiger, Webb, Patty Reed - 1:27/8:32 Many other interesting pairings - would be fun to go see this event, and with the change to March the word is that more wind will make it more challenging. I used to love watching the webcast of this on Thur/Fri - 17, of course, and some other random groups, alas I'm not a PGA Live subscriber so they've lost me.
March 13, 20196 yr My dad’s played it a few times. He says he’s -2 on it and that it’s pretty easy. Without thousands of people watching. It was just 135 the day I played it and it was still scary as hell.
March 13, 20196 yr Jordan, Rickie, Brooks - 1:59/9:04 Tiger, Webb, Patty Reed - 1:27/8:32 Many other interesting pairings - would be fun to go see this event, and with the change to March the word is that more wind will make it more challenging. I used to love watching the webcast of this on Thur/Fri - 17, of course, and some other random groups, alas I'm not a PGA Live subscriber so they've lost me. Our office is going to go watch Tiger warm up Friday morning, go back to work a few hours and then go watch the afternoon groups. Weather looks phenomenal Thurs/Fri but then cooler and overcast for the weekend. Probably a few small pop up showers that hit us in the afternoons. Winds look pretty normal for here, 10-15mph, so they may have caught a break.
March 13, 20196 yr anyone else going to the open? think brexit is going to be an issue getting in and out of northern ireland by train?
March 13, 20196 yr anyone else going to the open? think brexit is going to be an issue getting in and out of northern ireland by train? Good luck predicting how that all shakes out. Nobody seems to know what the hell will happen with Brexit. But that Open venue should be badass.
March 13, 20196 yr 2 hours ago, Lurch said: It was just 135 the day I played it and it was still scary as hell. It’s nothing unless the wind is up
March 13, 20196 yr 15 minutes ago, bigup2dahorns said: Good luck predicting how that all shakes out. Nobody seems to know what the hell will happen with Brexit. But that Open venue should be badass. im excited. going saturday and sunday. riding the train back to belfast each day should be a trip.
March 13, 20196 yr Author 5 hours ago, Lurch said: Our office is going to go watch Tiger warm up Friday morning, go back to work a few hours and then go watch the afternoon groups. Weather looks phenomenal Thurs/Fri but then cooler and overcast for the weekend. Probably a few small pop up showers that hit us in the afternoons. Winds look pretty normal for here, 10-15mph, so they may have caught a break. Are you hiring?
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