The Players Championship remains golf’s unofficial fifth Major, but it will be the site of a major breakthrough in golf coverage beginning next year: get ready to watch every shot hit by every player in the field during every round at TPC Sawgrass.
Although this is just the fifth albatross in Players Championship history, it’s the third consecutive year in which the feat has been accomplished at the PGA Tour’s flagship event.
Fear is the prevailing feeling on the tee of the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass’ Stadium course. It’s said that tour pros are intimidated by only two things – wind and water – and both are abundant in the diabolical creation of Pete and the late Alice Dye.
Unfortunately for Thomas, his first run as No.1 could last as little as two weeks, and there’s nothing he can do but sit back and watch during a two-week break from the tour.
Australian Golf Digest
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