Masters 2019

[Lord Tyrion]

I'm not a Tiger fan, don't hate the bloke though. You have to recognise the achievement today, particularly considering his back looked to be goosed. I do still worry for his long term health on that front but hopefully he will prove me wrong on that as well.

I missed a good chunk, travelling, but saw the last 5 holes or so. His iron control was quite superb, his driving not a factor on this course. It's bound to boost the game as a whole, he is box office. It's a shame Koepka couldn't birdie the last though, that would have made Tiger's last hole a bit more tasty.

 

[Deleted member 16999]

It’s been sometime since I’ve paid attention to tv adverts. But I can’t recall any that displayed anything other than his golf ability.

For me, I want my children to have me as a role model. They shouldn’t look to sports stars for ideas of how to behave, far more of them are far from perfect in regards to morals.

I rate the top sports stars on their ability, nit their behave. I accept that not everyone does.

Let’s use Gatorade as an example, have a look at this advert and you tell me what market it was aimed at.

 

[triple_bogey]

For me, I want my children to have me as a role model. They shouldn’t look to sports stars for ideas of how to behave, far more of them are far from perfect in regards to morals.

''slow hand clap''

It was also fantastic to see Kultida there like the good old days cheering on her son with the gran kids.

 

[BubbaP]

Good tournament, enjoyed it.
Some may forget in his pomp Tiger would hit the front in the early rounds and never look back, I found that a borefest personally. Enjoyed today far more. Was sort of a Faldo-esque performance from him. Lurking around and keeping the score ticking over while others faltered.

Looking forward to the PGA already.

 

[larmen]

Does anyone else think the weather made it more enjoyable to watch? What I mean is that becuase of the incoming bad weather they cramped all the action tightly into a European friendly time spot. No sitting around all evening complaining about slow play ;-)

 

[Deleted member 16999]

Does anyone else think the weather made it more enjoyable to watch? What I mean is that becuase of the incoming bad weather they cramped all the action tightly into a European friendly time spot. No sitting around all evening complaining about slow play ;-)

Good point tbf, 3 ball’s worked well also.

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Classy from Molinari

https://twitter.com/x/status/1117525892971077636

He is going to win more majors

 

[User20205]

I didn’t think tiger would win another major, what do I know. His win only has to be good for the game. It’s a great story.
His off course activities don’t diminish his golfing achievements.
Depends on your metric but he’s in the conversation of ‘the greatest’ and he’s not finished.
It wouldn’t surprise me now if he beats jacks record. Part of me wants him to👍

 

[PJ87]

no Matter what tigers done I still respect him a lot more than someone like Paul Pogba who has all the talent in the world and spends 90% of his career phoning it in or dancing or dying his hair

Woods has always given his all. Respect

 

[PJ87]

I didn’t think tiger would win another major, what do I know. His win only has to be good for the game. It’s a great story.
His off course activities don’t diminish his golfing achievements.
Depends on your metric but he’s in the conversation of ‘the greatest’ and he’s not finished.
It wouldn’t surprise me now if he beats jacks record. Part of me wants him to👍

Safe to say he’s gonna beat the pga all time winners record

 

[Papas1982]

Let’s use Gatorade as an example, have a look at this advert and you tell me what market it was aimed at.

Had never seen that before, and fully accept that’s why they dropped him. As is their right, but his biggest sponsorship was Nike and they kept him due to what his name brings to the table. Not what his morals may or may not be.

 

[triple_bogey]

Do you think the companies that dropped him regret their decision? Especially after today's performance. Need send them tweets.
Even after he lost sponsors, he gained as many back.

Now we need Nike to turn it around and bring NikeGolf back..

 

[Deleted member 16999]

Had never seen that before, and fully accept that’s why they dropped him. As is their right, but his biggest sponsorship was Nike and they kept him due to what his name brings to the table. Not what his morals may or may not be.

Obviously different Companies have different priorities and like I said I’m a fan of his Golfing ability and imo, he’s maybe the best ever, I just believe it’s naive to say the both parts of his life aren’t connected.

 

[MendieGK]

Why would I smash up tv ?

Anyway - when all things are considered over the last 5 years with his back that a staggering performance , others had little meltdowns but when he was faced with crucial shots he hit them and he looked fresh and calm doing it - one of the most impressive performances from him , shot into 15 and 16 - they were key for him. I never thought he could handle 4 days of major golf but proved that wrong. He rode his luck through the rounds but made sure each time he made use of it

Surprised by Molinari on the 12th and 15th some really poor shots from someone who looked solid for so long

Great post mate!

 

[Papas1982]

Obviously different Companies have different priorities and like I said I’m a fan of his Golfing ability and imo, he’s maybe the best ever, I just believe it’s naive to say the both parts of his life aren’t connected.

All companies have the same priorities. To make money. I’d say it’s naive to think otherwise. Gatorade decided the bad press wasn’t worth it. Many others decided the opposite.

I think his personal issues effected his golf, certainly. But there are numerous sports stars who have misbehaved, drinks, drugs, adultery etc who are still loved and sponsored.

Like you said, Gatorade cost him £20m, I recall him having others from other sponsors that were looking to be a little more “lad like” with add campaigns and he refused them.

 

[GG26]

Last nine holes were great viewing. I must admit that I never thought that we would see Tiger winning another major and credit to him for overcoming his problems.

Had a few bob on Schauffele and he just couldn't get it going over the last four holes once he hit the lead. Some good putts to save par but driver and irons were not quite on it at the end.

 

[Blue in Munich]

Had never seen that before, and fully accept that’s why they dropped him. As is their right, but his biggest sponsorship was Nike and they kept him due to what his name brings to the table. Not what his morals may or may not be.

Or because of what Nike's morals are?

 

[MendieGK]

People saying ‘wouldn’t have a beer with the guy etc’ so not one of your mates has ever done stuff behind their partners backs?

Also did you see how many of the players were their to shake his hand and say well done..... they weren’t their for Patrick reed

 

[Papas1982]

Or because of what Nike's morals are?

How many corporate companies that sponsor stars do so for anything other than exposure and commercial gain?
Multinational companies very rarely have morales at the top of their lists.

Shareholders want profits, not a warm fuzzy feeling.

 

[Blue in Munich]

In fairness to Woods he has seemed a bit more “relaxed” and calm person over the last two years , smiled a lot more and just seemed to enjoy life more and be a more likeable person . Yep what he did to his family and wife was imo disgusting along with his issues with the drinking and drugs but as with everyone people are entitled to make mistakes and rehabilitation , maybe Woods is doing that and being the best he can for his kids.

In regards the Greatest Question - if looking at results alone then it’s Jack , but I would always throw in the name - Bobby Jones.

Add Sam Snead; still leading the PGA Tour win list (just).