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Originally Posted by GolfJunkieSr  Personally I think it makes no difference for the recreational player if the course is easier, or not. The mind set will always still be to hit the ball as far as they can with out regards to the course set up. A 300 yard plus drive into the rough, or tree line will always generate more interest for the novice golfer than a 220 yard shot which lands in the short grass. The majority of the recreational players will not seek out professional instruction, and will still believe that a $500 unfitted, off the rack driver will cure their poor swing issues.
As for the pro player, i believe since they are nothing more than sports entertainers, that any course they play on should be set up on Saturday, and Sunday so that the last 6 holes are progressively harder than the first 12 holes they play. With a par 4, 18th hole playing at 4.75 for the tournament, this would generate more viewers for the TV networks. Numerous lead changes, with the tournament out come some what still in doubt till the 72nd hole just add to the golf fan's interest. JMHO........GJS |
EVERY tourney that gets Tiger in it is praying for him to be near the top of the leaderboard. That's pretty obvious. But, look at the British last year. Tiger had AMAZING course management and won. He hit drive twice. Both times into the ruff. But if I could hit a stinger 5 wood 280 yards, I might not hit driver either.
The last part of you statement, about the last 6 holes and lead changes, that is very true. You want action and excitement. I am glad they do it that way. Watching the US Open last year was awesome and the Masters this year. Personally, I like to watch the pros struggle
