Nick Faldo.

[doubletripledouble]

Dour Barsteward.

Walking down from the practice area today and Nick Faldo coming the other way. Me and a mate 'Hi Nick' 'Good luck Nick'. Absolutely no response. quickly turn to mate and say that he mustn't answer to just Nick anymore. Turn and say 'Sorry Sir Nick' still nothing.

5 Minutes later crossing the 17th fairway Immelman coming the other way. say the same things, 'Play well' etc. Big smile, nod of the head and a quick 'Cheers'

What's so hard about that NICK?

 

[Sneds]

I usually attempt to play devil's advocate with these kind of posts, but to be honest with you - I am completely in agreement.

I am constantly astounded, on a daily basis, by the rudeness of some people and the fact that a well known individual can't have the common courtesy to acknowledge you and your friend is a real shame.

 

[Smiffy]

Many years ago I watched him at the European Open when it was held at East Sussex National. It was on the Wednesday when they held the pro/am event. Ronnie Corbett was in his group (not that that's got anything to do with it, just thought I'd mention it).
It was when he was at the height of his success and many of the spectators had gone down there specifically to watch him. He walked along, on his own, at least 50 yards behind his playing partners, lost in his own little world. He hardly spoke the whole way round.
If I had paid to be in his fourball I would have asked for my money back.
And kicked him in the nutz

 

[drawboy]

Sad tale really, the guy had a glittering career and has the ultimate accolade from the country and he cannot even be bothered to smile. Even if he had answered "That's Sir Nick to you" it would have at least been a response. Oh well at least everyone knows not to bother with him anymore.

 

[chrisd]

He walked along, on his own, at least 50 yards behind his playing partners, lost in his own little world. He hardly spoke the whole way round.

I heard the same story on a different Pro-am, he shook hands on the first and last tees and didn't speak for the entire round with anyone - this originated from one of the amateur players!

I go to Wentworth every year when the Pro am is on prior to the BMW, and most of the pro's are really good I saw Quiros this year, and he was brilliant with the amateurs!Olazabel usually goes round with promising juniors and is fantastic with them and Seve ... he has been the best on Pro am day

I don't even like to listen to Faldo when he's commentating - great player but up his own a**e or what??

Chris

 

[Del]

Never seen him on a course (in the flesh) but did about two years ago met him at an airport in the USA.

What a great chap he was, talked to me and my friend for 15-20 minutes, helped my friend (a young lady) get her bag onto a trolley, then told me off for not doing it for her

Plus after watching her tip her coffee all over my case he went over and got us two more coffee's (didn't get sugar in mine but will let him off) and paid from his own pocket then.

So I can only say good things about Sir Nick and wish him well on and off the course.

Del

 

[Swinger]

I said hi to Monty at wentworth in the practise round and he stuck his thumb up to me. Thats Monty!

Surprised at Nick, but he has always been a bit in love with himself.

 

[Yerman]

I just think he's actually a natural introvert, you can tell by how awkward he is doing commentary and that daft Ryder cup speech, feel sorry for him really

 

[HomerJSimpson]

I've told this a few times but years ago he and Sandy Lyle played a round at Royal Wimbledon on a Saturday. Just them their caddies and a few followers. He couldn't have been more enjoyable.

I guess you have to remember that he was "at work" today. I agree that it wouldn't have hurt to at least acknowledge the crowd and the comments. I've actually heard he's a bit more open again these days in the few pro-ams he plays as he knows he's not the power he was.

 

[Ethan]

Faldo is well known for his diffidence. His Ryder Cup partner David Golford commented on the lack of communication during their four ball (or somes) match in 95.

At Wentworth a few years ago, I was standing behind the 4th tee. Par5 over a hill where play sometimes backs up, so several groups came through and had to kill some time waiting on the tee. Thomas Levet and Graeme Mac were very friendly and chatted to people behind the tee. In contrast, Sandy Lyle stood on his own about 20 yards ahead and only came to the tee when he was able to hit, and completely ignored a few polite comments from well wishers while doing so.

 

[BROOKIE]

the thing about faldo is,its too late to be nice to people
a great champion,of course.a great man,never in a million years,tiger woods is another one who,come judgement day,ask the golfing gods "was I OK" The answer will be..afraid not!!

 

[Smiffy]

I remember watching Monty bogie the 16th (par 3) at East Sussex National.
As he walked off I said "well done you fat prat"

He didn't even acknowledge me

 

[brendy]

I remember watching Monty bogie the 16th (par 3) at East Sussex National.
As he walked off I said "well done you fat prat"

He didn't even acknowledge me

Maybe he couldnt argue