The most amazing part of the 34-year-old’s resurgence is how good a putter he’s become since snapping his old putter over his knee and framing the pieces in his trophy room.
Simpson’s bag is not typical of most tour pros as he carries a driver, two fairway woods and a pair of hybrids, starting his iron set at the 5-iron and carrying only two wedges along with a pitching wedge.
With three final pars, McDowell finished with an even-par 70 for the day, a 12-under 278 for the week and the satisfaction that he’s still got what it takes to win on the European Tour.
Last year at the Saudi International, the bunkers at Royal Greens G&CC caused Sergio Garcia, one Spain’s all-time greats, to lose his damn mind. This year, another Spaniard, Adri Arnaus, ran into some serious trouble in a bunker as well, though he somehow managed to keep his cool.
The TaylorMade TP5 Pix 2.0 balls reflect the next iteration of the company’s approach to adding flashes of colour to a white golf ball to improve focus and enhance performance.
The electric, stadium-style setting has provided endless memories over the years. From aces to near aces to funny moments to heartwarming moments, and much more.
If qualifying for the 2020 Olympics ended today, Brooks Koepka and Dustin Johnson would be part of the four-man contingent representing the United States. Judging by the comments of the American stars on Tuesday, neither sounds thrilled at the prospect.