2017 Masters Tournament Discussion Thread

[JaNelson38]

 

Putting me at ease a bit - thank you hahaha

 

The folks at ANGC know how hard it is for folks to get Masters tickets, and know what people invest to come to the tournament. Many of the folks coming on Thursday probably have that as their only badge day to attend the tournament. It would have to be some nasty, nasty winds coming in order for them to stop/suspend/cancel play, IMO.

[Joebirds55]

Also providing a bit of relief for me as well lol

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

[walpy]

:fool:

[bthays]

:no2:

[NaBUru38]

Notable players:

• Americans: Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Patrick Reed, Phil Mickelson, Bubba Watson, Matt Kuchar, Brandt Snedeker, Jimmy Walker, Brooks Koepka, Daniel Berger, Gary Woodland, Kevin Kisner, Ryan Moore, Bill Haas, J.B. Holmes, Zach Johnson, Jim Furyk, Steve Stricker, Mark O'Meara, Fred Couples...
  
• Canadians: Adam Hadwin, Mackenzie Hughes, Mike Weir.
  
• British & Irish: Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose, Tyrrell Hatton, Paul Casey, Danny Willett, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Russell Knox, Ross Fisher, Lee Westwood, Shane Lowry, Andy Sullivan, Chris Wood, Sandy Lyle, Ian Woosnam.
  
• Continental Europeans: Henrik Stenson, Alex Noren, Sergio Garcia, José Maróa Olazábal, Jon Rahm, Rafael Cabrera Bello, Francesco Molinari, Thomas Pieters, Bernd Wiesberger, Martin Kaymer, Soren Kjeldsen, Bernhard Langer.
  
• South Africans: Branden Grace, Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel, Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman.
  
• Australians: Jason Day, Adam Scott, Marc Leishman, Rod Pampling.
  
• Asia-Pacific: Hideki Matsuyama, Yuta Ikeda, Hideto Tanihara, Jeunghun Wang, Siwoo Kim, Byeong Hun An, Vijay Singh.
  
• Latin Americans: Ángel Cabrera, Emiliano Grillo, Jhonattan Vegas.
  
• Amateurs: Brad Dalke (American), Stewart Hagestad (American), Curtis Luck (Australian), Scott Gregory (English), Tomás "Toto" Gana (Chilean).
  

Notable absent players:

• Charles Howell III, Tony Finau, Billy Horschel, Bryson DeChambeau.
  
• Graeme McDowell, Luke Donald, Joost Luiten, Thorbjorn Olesen, Pablo Larrazábal, Victor Dubuisson.
  
• Anirban Lahiri, Thongchai Jaidee, KT Kim, Younghan Song, Kiradech Aphibarnrat.
  
• Brandon Stone, Richard Sterne, Scott Hend, Danny Lee, Fabrizio Zanotti.
  

[wcbjr]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

Is there a 'GolfWRX Unlike' button?

[stinger_gc]

Notable players:

• Americans: Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Patrick Reed, Phil Mickelson, Bubba Watson, Matt Kuchar, Brandt Snedeker, Jimmy Walker, Brooks Koepka, Daniel Berger, Gary Woodland, Kevin Kisner, Ryan Moore, Bill Haas, J.B. Holmes, Zach Johnson, Jim Furyk, Steve Stricker, Mark O'Meara, Fred Couples...
  
• Canadians: Adam Hadwin, Mackenzie Hughes, Mike Weir.
  
• British & Irish: Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose, Tyrrell Hatton, Paul Casey, Danny Willett, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Russell Knox, Ross Fisher, Lee Westwood, Shane Lowry, Andy Sullivan, Chris Wood, Sandy Lyle, Ian Woosnam.
  
• Continental Europeans: Henrik Stenson, Alex Noren, Sergio Garcia, José Maróa Olazábal, Jon Rahm, Rafael Cabrera Bello, Francesco Molinari, Thomas Pieters, Bernd Wiesberger, Martin Kaymer, Soren Kjeldsen, Bernhard Langer.
  
• South Africans: Branden Grace, Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel, Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman.
  
• Australians: Jason Day, Adam Scott, Marc Leishman, Rod Pampling.
  
• Asia-Pacific: Hideki Matsuyama, Yuta Ikeda, Hideto Tanihara, Jeunghun Wang, Siwoo Kim, Byeong Hun An, Vijay Singh.
  
• Latin Americans: Ángel Cabrera, Emiliano Grillo, Jhonattan Vegas.
  
• Amateurs: Brad Dalke (American), Stewart Hagestad (American), Curtis Luck (Australian), Scott Gregory (English), Tomás "Toto" Gana (Chilean).
  

Notable absent players:

• Charles Howell III, Tony Finau, Billy Horschel, Bryson DeChambeau.
  
• Graeme McDowell, Luke Donald, Joost Luiten, Thorbjorn Olesen, Pablo Larrazábal, Victor Dubuisson.
  
• Anirban Lahiri, Thongchai Jaidee, KT Kim, Younghan Song, Kiradech Aphibarnrat.
  
• Brandon Stone, Richard Sterne, Scott Hend, Danny Lee, Fabrizio Zanotti.
  

Forgot Tiger

[wcbjr]

Butch is on the range with DJ, and is holding an all-black driver. I wonder if it's Butch's own club, or something new for the worlds 2nd greatest player?

 

I see what you did there.

[bscinstnct]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

Ha!

 

Nice late April fools ; )

 

Zach is definitely at the top of my Un-Masters. But it's not a high horse. He is a horseman of the apocalypse! Pure evil, that Zach.

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

Ha!

 

Nice late April fools ; )

 

Zach is definitely at the top of my Un-Masters. But it's not a high horse. He is a horseman of the apocalypse! Pure evil, that Zach.

 

 

Seeing Zach "always bringing religion into the conversation even though I work on the Sabbath" Johnson on Sunday makes me ill.

 

And seeing Kuchar's dad wearing free Sketchers. The shoes are bad enough without a Kuchar inside of them.

 

 

 

I am pulling for a veteran this year.

Fred, Phil or Sergio.

[cvvorst]

So, a reporter just asked Phil if he thinks DJ is one of those "stupid" players that he was talking about with Feherty.

 

Stay classy press.

[AceCatKY]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

 

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

[Hankshank]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

I'm with you there. DJ, Zach and Kuch. Although DJ and Zach have made some improvements PR-wise later years. And Zack's swing movement isn't exactly aestethic..., Kuch, he's kind of creepy in a fashion. The SLAP-factor is quite high in him. Not as high as for Kirk or Boo but it's there.

 

Rory is another chapter. It's like half of him bugs me and half of him is really attractive. I hated his hair and the way he walked around with his mouth open when he popped up on the tours. But he has improved heavily last years, appearance wise

He says good things and bad things. Not exactly arrogant I would say, extremely polite in the beginning of his career, now more cocky and sometime on the limit. Typically Irish, from my experience with dozens of irish colleagues over the decades, open minded, no problem to communicate, says what he thinks. That interview with the little guy was just awful. I would say that there is room for Rory.

 

If I would add some sunday anti's -

 

Reed? Well, somewhere you got to like the guy anyhow, so he's welcome even though I wouldn't pick him for my favourite fourball

Webb Simpson. I cannot really say why.

Hadwin and Spieth of course. Impossible cases.

[AceCatKY]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

 

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

 

LOL good to know, he should probably not even bother teeing it up since it will be so windy.. Curious as to what reports and articles tag him as a dope addict. Pretty sure everyone is aware of his previous suspension but to say that reports and articles say he's a dope addict is not true.

[walpy]

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

 

 

Whatever floats your boat, enjoy the week rooting against people. :dntknw:

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

I'm with you there. DJ, Zach and Kuch. Although DJ and Zach have made some improvements PR-wise later years. And Zack's swing movement isn't exactly aestethic...

DA is kind of neutral, says me nothing good or bad.

Rory is another chapter. It's like half of him bugs me and half of him is really attractive. I hated his hair and the way he walked around with his mouth open when he popped up on the tour. But he has improved heavily last years appearance wise

He says good things and bad things. Not exactly arrogant I would say, extremely polite in the beginning of his career, now more cocky and sometime on the limit. Typically Irish, from my experience with dozens of irish colleagues over the decades, open minded, no problem to communicate, says what he thinks. That interview with the little guy was just awful. I would say that there is room for Rory.

 

If I would add some sunday anti's -

 

Reed? Well, somewhere you got to like the guy anyhow, so he's welcome even though I wouldn't pick him for my favourite fourball

Webb Simpson. I cannot really say why.

Hadwin and Spieth of course. Impossible cases.

 

 

My son picked Simpson - same reason. We feel his parents contemplated the name Weber and then settled on Webb. They then red-shirted him but now it's having a negative effect on his game. Webb's # 1 problem - he has no "brand", he's a middle-packer.

 

 

Rory doesn't walk - he struts and stomps like a 5-year old. Not a fan.

MC

[legitimategolf]

So, a reporter just asked Phil if he thinks DJ is one of those "stupid" players that he was talking about with Feherty.

 

Stay classy press.

 

Jerky question by the reporter. Then again, a jerky remark by Phil.

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

 

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

 

LOL good to know, he should probably not even bother teeing it up since it will be so windy.. Curious as to what reports and articles tag him as a dope addict. Pretty sure everyone is aware of his previous suspension but to say that reports and articles say he's a dope addict is not true.

 

DJ is a bomber and high-ball hitter. He has no "second gear" per se. He can't back off.

 

 

One of many articles, this one from FEB-2017:

 

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/golf/2016/01/26/dustin-johnson-drugs-affairs-and-the-silence-that-shames-golf/

[cvvorst]

So, a reporter just asked Phil if he thinks DJ is one of those "stupid" players that he was talking about with Feherty.

 

Stay classy press.

 

Jerky question by the reporter. Then again, a jerky remark by Phil.

 

I guess you could take Phil's comment that way, but I had no problem with it. I think a lot of pros, both stupid and genius, would agree with him.

[deasy55]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

 

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

 

Is dope not legal these days in the States? I mean, so what if he was?

 

Would much rather a dope addict over an alcoholic any day of the week.

[PZero]

Has the Japanese media been asking the players their usual Matsuyama question?

[Ferguson]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

DJ = a "dope addict"? Lmao. Man if he ever gets sober watch out...

 

 

He's been "tagged" a dope addict. Tagged. Now, normally, I don't like tags, but I read the reports and articles about D. Johnson. Until proven otherwise, I feel he deserves the tag.

 

 

With the wind blowing in the 20's on Thursday and Friday, Dustin doesn't stand a chance.

MC

 

Is dope not legal these days in the States? I mean, so what if he was?

 

Would much rather a dope addict over an alcoholic any day of the week.

 

DJ did his fair share of drinking too. Vodka was his vice. Although it wouldn't be fair to "tag" him as a drunkard.

 

http://news.nationalpost.com/sports/golf/dustin-johnson-tells-magazine-cocaine-didnt-keep-him-off-tour-made-bet-with-wayne-gretzky-to-quit-drinking

[bscinstnct]

Has the Japanese media been asking the players their usual Matsuyama question?

 

Yes, yes. What is the latest on that?

 

 

"Dustin Johnson. You will play for the green jacket. How much would winning the green jacket mean for you. And also, how much would it mean for Hideki?"

[CKalma]

My son and I create an Un-Master's list each year. These are the players we do not want to see on Sunday.

 

1. Kuchar

His Dad's sophomoric actions as a caddie.

 

2. Zach Johnson

Rides too high on his moral horse

 

3. Dustin Johnson

Dope Addict

 

4. D.A. Points

We do not trust people who don't use real first names.

 

5. Rory McIlroy

Modern day Greg Norman - too arrogant for a green jacket

 

 

Ha!

 

Nice late April fools ; )

 

Zach is definitely at the top of my Un-Masters. But it's not a high horse. He is a horseman of the apocalypse! Pure evil, that Zach.

 

 

Seeing Zach "always bringing religion into the conversation even though I work on the Sabbath" Johnson on Sunday makes me ill.

 

And seeing Kuchar's dad wearing free Sketchers. The shoes are bad enough without a Kuchar inside of them.

 

 

 

I am pulling for a veteran this year.

Fred, Phil or Sergio.

 

Curious to know what your opinion of Tiger would be? Essentially you shouldn't root for anyone, Phil "tagged" for gambling/inside trading, Sergio "tagged" as a hot head/racist, and Fred is just as arrogant, if not more than Norman and McIlroy.

[kg92lefty]

Has the Japanese media been asking the players their usual Matsuyama question?

 

Press conferences would be so much better without them.

[DLiver]

I love this time of year, and the playing of the Masters tournament. Perhaps we could all leave behind the negative posts for once and celebrate the unofficial beginning of the golf season. :good:

[bscinstnct]

Has the Japanese media been asking the players their usual Matsuyama question?

 

Press conferences would be so much better without them.

 

You say that press conference would be better. Why do you say this? And also, what do you think Hidecki would say?

[WHC888]

just got back home, have few thousands of pictures to go thru, it was an AMAZING experience even with all the nasty weather....