Freddie Couples

[Junior]

One of my all time favourite golf swings......Now I know its a long way to go , but this guy has won 3 of his last 4 starts on the Seniors tour. Did anyone realise this and take a punt on him ???

I know its Augusta and a stronger field but does he have it in him to go all the way ????

 

[matt01]

i didn`t put any money on him but it was great to see him play,he never seem to miss anything,come into the masters with a great deal of form 3 from 4 not to bad,did like allis going on about his shoes and no socks,said he just got off his yatch

 

[slugger]

I don't think he'll win it... would be nice to see it, but i don't think so. Same with Watson, would be amazing, but i think the younger lads will come through.

Back to Couples though, did anyone notice the shoes he was wearing? They were just like an ordinary pair of trainers... no spikes of any sort. I take it the grass is grippy at Augusta!

 

[clubchamp07]

I went to the Scottish Open a few years ago, Freddie was meant to play but didn't because of a sore back. I would of loved to of seen him play. Unfortunately I wont have another chance. Would love to see him do well if not win. Class man.

 

[rickg]

Back to Couples though, did anyone notice the shoes he was wearing? They were just like an ordinary pair of trainers... no spikes of any sort. I take it the grass is grippy at Augusta!

They have pimples on the sole:

http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978161741

 

[Macster]

Bloody awful things.........

 

[freddielong]

He has gotten used to winning again, it didn't look like he had socks on either

 

[golf_bug]

The guy is an absolute legend. Rocks up, no socks, boom! 6 under.

 

[brendy]

No Glove, No socks, No attitude, maybe try that tomorrow

 

[Atticus_Finch]

I love the guy. One of the coolest guys on tour.
Hope he turns up at the senior open this year. Can't wait to see all these guys.

 

[birdieman]

Great player but a dodgy pressure putter, won't win but great to see him playing well.
Really likeable character, watched him for a couple of holes at St Andrews 05, not a swing for links golf but really effortless and fluid.
Tiger mentioned that all the tees bar one were in their forward positions Thursday - that reduced yardage must have helped the older guys to score well. If the tees go out a bit today the younger stronger players should come through.

However I understand the Masters committee did decide tournament sparkle had been lost in recent years due to the course being too tough, looks like they've pitched the difficulty level about right this year. Great first day.

Intriguing!

 

[Macster]

I was inspired to ditch the Glove years ago after watching Freddie, and havent wasted a penny on one since.

However, those shoes were BAD, and as for No Socks........I cant see that catching on

 

[bobmac]

I'm sure he's not wearing them as a fashion statement.
I'd imagine it's something to do with his back.

 

[znuffzz]

what a legend, looked liked he'd just rolled out of bed and rocked straight onto the first tee

 

[AliB]

Haven't checked but seem to remember reading he was a contender betting-wise. Just hope he makes a decent fist of the rest.
Great first day. Brits and nice guys in contention. Oldies rule!

AliB

 

[Faldo_Fan]

I'm sure he's not wearing them as a fashion statement.
I'd imagine it's something to do with his back.

Blimey Bob how long are your socks??? And what exactly have you been tucking in them???

 

[bobmac]

I'm sure he's not wearing them as a fashion statement.
I'd imagine it's something to do with his back.

Blimey Bob how long are your socks??? And what exactly have you been tucking in them???

Reflexology...........nothing to do with tucking my shirt into my socks

 

[madandra]

I couldn't care if he turned up dressed like a Morris dancer ... he is one of the most likeable characters in the game and has had to do on his own since Payne Stewart passed away.