Three players with lockdown frustrations
15/02/2021
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European Tour player Matthew Jordan, two-time LET winner Meghan MacLaren and two-time senior major winner Roger Chapman speak about their Covid-19 lockdown experiences.
I am happy to play golf alone and not go within 100 yards of another person. But no its too much risk. Discuss!!!!!
When we had previous lock downs when restricted golf was allowed, I played alone but it didn’t stop my peers getting into my 2 metre space at the club house, and on some of the holes where there was crazily slow pace.. I wore a mask, but they didn’t
When I play golf, most of my fellow competitors are at least 100 yards in front of me so no real risk. Don't get the see the greens much either.
Being very pedantic with you but IMHO golf is a sport requiring playing partners not a solitary ‘spoiled walk’. Stick to walking/hiking if you can’t bear a bit of SD company.
I’m not sorry golfers are unable to play as fully as they would like.
This is a world pandemic.
I love golf, love watching the players, which I have been been doing for the last few weeks on live TV.
But, every few seconds of watching them play, I can’t help but complain at their behaviour, and the spectators, whom are mostly not wearing masks.
Yet the rest of us have to wear masks...
This is a world pandemic.
I love golf, love watching the players, which I have been been doing for the last few weeks on live TV.
But, every few seconds of watching them play, I can’t help but complain at their behaviour, and the spectators, whom are mostly not wearing masks.
Yet the rest of us have to wear masks...
Professional golfers have mixed together and caught Covid.. see here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/56002806
I am happy to play golf alone and not go within 100 yards of another person. But no its too much risk. Discuss!!!!!
You wore a mask while playing alone?
How did other players end up coming within 2m of you when you were playing in your own? That makes no sense.
How did other players end up coming within 2m of you when you were playing in your own? That makes no sense.
It’s comments like this that give ministers the tiny excuse they need to keep courses closed. Thanks.
I'm not sure your club house should have been open during the first lockdown. They opened over the summer, along with all the other venues, but if you were in the club house during the first lockdown then I think you need to take a look at how your club was being run.
@Happy 2021. Most elite sportsman around the world are probably one of the least likely of groups to spread the virus amongst the wider community due to the strictest of testing procedures.
Don't forget the vaccines won't 'cure' this virus and at some point in the not too distant future we are all going to have to live with this. Adopting a bunker mentality (pun intended) won't work.
Don't forget the vaccines won't 'cure' this virus and at some point in the not too distant future we are all going to have to live with this. Adopting a bunker mentality (pun intended) won't work.
You’re right there is testing. Problem is a positive result can take 10 days to show.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
You seem a tad jealous, Doc! Can you walk?
He has been posting the same shocking news on every hys for the past few months. I suspect that it is due to the rain, snow, ice, flooding, mud etc they we have all been experiencing, but better days lie ahead. Spring isn’t far away and he will be able to have a nice walk.
I’m not sorry golfers are unable to play as fully as they would like.
This is a world pandemic.
I love golf, love watching the players, which I have been been doing for the last few weeks on live TV.
But, every few seconds of watching them play, I can’t help but complain at their behaviour, and the spectators, whom are mostly not wearing masks.
Yet the rest of us have to wear masks...
This is a world pandemic.
I love golf, love watching the players, which I have been been doing for the last few weeks on live TV.
But, every few seconds of watching them play, I can’t help but complain at their behaviour, and the spectators, whom are mostly not wearing masks.
Yet the rest of us have to wear masks...
Lol..got a chipping area in my back garden, and a tennis trainer that I made. Golf and tennis are both outdoor sports, was playing both 3 times a week. Not playing isn’t great. But as I said I’m not worried about my compliance. It is the donks who ignore the rules. First chance I get I’ll be teeing off at 0730.
When we had previous lock downs when restricted golf was allowed, I played alone but it didn’t stop my peers getting into my 2 metre space at the club house, and on some of the holes where there was crazily slow pace.. I wore a mask, but they didn’t
It makes no sense you said. My statement Alice states where the rules are breached..but to repeat..the club house and on holes where I am waiting for slow players...
Professional golfers have mixed together and caught Covid.. see here https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/56002806
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European Senior Tour barely exists
ALL the good players are on Champions Tour in USA
Apart from Arabian Swing with its appearance money European Tour has few events in a normal year with the sort of prize money the stars demandgoing to college
Young golfers might be better off joining the pgatour
Reserves ( Korn Ferry)
It is sad but there is no long term future for a stand alone Europeantour
ALL the good players are on Champions Tour in USA
Apart from Arabian Swing with its appearance money European Tour has few events in a normal year with the sort of prize money the stars demandgoing to college
Young golfers might be better off joining the pgatour
Reserves ( Korn Ferry)
It is sad but there is no long term future for a stand alone Europeantour
When we had previous lock downs when restricted golf was allowed, I played alone but it didn’t stop my peers getting into my 2 metre space at the club house, and on some of the holes where there was crazily slow pace.. I wore a mask, but they didn’t
You seem a tad jealous, Doc! Can you walk?
You seem a tad jealous, Doc! Can you walk?
Personally I believe they should be playing without caddies in the current climate.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
If moaning is pathetic, where does that leave you? Chief moaner
And for cricket, football and rugby, should they just field one player per team? Would definitely save on wages, could furlough them in rotation. Or just give them a points reduction if they have to call on a physio or have any contact with another player. Where will it end if it was applied to all pro sports?
Personally I believe they should be playing without caddies in the current climate.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
Lol..got a chipping area in my back garden, and a tennis trainer that I made. Golf and tennis are both outdoor sports, was playing both 3 times a week. Not playing isn’t great. But as I said I’m not worried about my compliance. It is the donks who ignore the rules. First chance I get I’ll be teeing off at 0730.
@Happy 2021. Most elite sportsman around the world are probably one of the least likely of groups to spread the virus amongst the wider community due to the strictest of testing procedures.
Don't forget the vaccines won't 'cure' this virus and at some point in the not too distant future we are all going to have to live with this. Adopting a bunker mentality (pun intended) won't work.
Don't forget the vaccines won't 'cure' this virus and at some point in the not too distant future we are all going to have to live with this. Adopting a bunker mentality (pun intended) won't work.
You’re right there is testing. Problem is a positive result can take 10 days to show.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
Personally I believe they should be playing without caddies in the current climate.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
And for cricket, football and rugby, should they just field one player per team? Would definitely save on wages, could furlough them in rotation. Or just give them a points reduction if they have to call on a physio or have any contact with another player. Where will it end if it was applied to all pro sports?
None of these sports should be taking place at all.
I am happy to play golf alone and not go within 100 yards of another person. But no its too much risk. Discuss!!!!!
1st tee, club house entrance and when I have caught up with slow groups...
I am happy to play golf alone and not go within 100 yards of another person. But no its too much risk. Discuss!!!!!
Personally I believe they should be playing without caddies in the current climate.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
Any sort of handshake or fist bump should result in a penalty of one stroke.
They're very lucky to be allowed to play at all but they still can't help themselves from moaning.
Pathetic.
It is tough one, this. We all want to see golf but something for me feels a little off that only elite and, let’s be honest, wealthy golfers get to ply their trade. How about the next few tournaments be contested by “tier 2” golfers at half prize money? It may be interesting too to see players having to grind rather than take a course apart. Something we amateurs can relate to as well.
I have to be honest I am not in the least bit concerned about these pampered professionals and when they may or may not play again, what I want is for us rank and file amateurs to return to our courses to play the game we love.
I quite enjoy watching golf, even during times when I can’t play. Reminds me of better times and that better times lie ahead, hopefully not too far in the future.
I have to be honest I am not in the least bit concerned about these pampered professionals and when they may or may not play again, what I want is for us rank and file amateurs to return to our courses to play the game we love.
I have to be honest I am not in the least bit concerned about these pampered professionals and when they may or may not play again, what I want is for us rank and file amateurs to return to our courses to play the game we love.
Life is tough for all us sporting men. I miss my golf big time and would have been more than happy to play alone at my local club if allowed. My daughter bought me a Callaway Big Bertha B21 Driver but I have not had the chance to test it properly. Slowly but surely we are going to come out of lockdown so I can measure what my handicap is.
And sporting women. I've taken delivery of a new set of Taylormade irons, member of two golf clubs, missed a golf trip to Tenerife this month, but I accept it's a consequence of keeping us safe for a period of time.
Enjoy the new driver when you get a chance! How old was the driver it is replacing?
Might test drive some new drivers myself when we get a chance. I get on ok with the current one, but it is 8 years old now. I'm not expecting massive gains on good hits, but hoping to God that 8 years of technology helps with forgiveness.
Might test drive some new drivers myself when we get a chance. I get on ok with the current one, but it is 8 years old now. I'm not expecting massive gains on good hits, but hoping to God that 8 years of technology helps with forgiveness.
When I play golf, most of my fellow competitors are at least 100 yards in front of me so no real risk. Don't get the see the greens much either.
And for cricket, football and rugby, should they just field one player per team? Would definitely save on wages, could furlough them in rotation. Or just give them a points reduction if they have to call on a physio or have any contact with another player. Where will it end if it was applied to all pro sports?
You’re right there is testing. Problem is a positive result can take 10 days to show.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
In terms of causation, it is two-fold, the first is poor distancing and the second is PGA CDC is less strict than the UK.
Your point about we’ll soon be mixing more and the vaccines are not being fully protective is spot on.
The protection from the vaccines will still necessitate good, sensible distancing.
Life is tough for all us sporting men. I miss my golf big time and would have been more than happy to play alone at my local club if allowed. My daughter bought me a Callaway Big Bertha B21 Driver but I have not had the chance to test it properly. Slowly but surely we are going to come out of lockdown so I can measure what my handicap is.
Two golf club bars & a cricket club barman really need my ££££
I am happy to play golf alone and not go within 100 yards of another person. But no its too much risk. Discuss!!!!!
Never said there was. I watch a lot of women’s golf and have been to many tour events, here and in the US.
I just don’t see women golfers as some sort of publicity stunt to be thrown into men’s events “to brighten things up” like you do. I don’t think that helps anyone.
I just don’t see women golfers as some sort of publicity stunt to be thrown into men’s events “to brighten things up” like you do. I don’t think that helps anyone.
None of these sports should be taking place at all.
Life is tough for all us sporting men. I miss my golf big time and would have been more than happy to play alone at my local club if allowed. My daughter bought me a Callaway Big Bertha B21 Driver but I have not had the chance to test it properly. Slowly but surely we are going to come out of lockdown so I can measure what my handicap is.
Enjoy the new driver when you get a chance! How old was the driver it is replacing?
Might test drive some new drivers myself when we get a chance. I get on ok with the current one, but it is 8 years old now. I'm not expecting massive gains on good hits, but hoping to God that 8 years of technology helps with forgiveness.
Might test drive some new drivers myself when we get a chance. I get on ok with the current one, but it is 8 years old now. I'm not expecting massive gains on good hits, but hoping to God that 8 years of technology helps with forgiveness.
GPS. Hand-held or watch? Anyone strongly prefer one over the other?
Neither! Use your nogging and trust your swing... ????????
Introducing them in the professional game may improve the pace of play dramatically?
I use a knackered old G1 Garmin watch Jimmy which shows front centre and rear yardage or in my case metres. Helps my game enormously on a new course.
No faffing around and as you walk to your ball a quick glance of your wrist tells you all you need to know. A quick whack of the ball thereafter and it's "FORE".
No faffing around and as you walk to your ball a quick glance of your wrist tells you all you need to know. A quick whack of the ball thereafter and it's "FORE".
Got a new custom fit putter for Christmas. Not yet hit a single putt in anger. Which is good, because now when it does absolutely nothing to improve my putting I can blame it on the long lay off, rather than accepting that new equipment will not fix my game!!
When we had previous lock downs when restricted golf was allowed, I played alone but it didn’t stop my peers getting into my 2 metre space at the club house, and on some of the holes where there was crazily slow pace.. I wore a mask, but they didn’t
Neither! Use your nogging and trust your swing... ????????
I use a knackered old G1 Garmin watch Jimmy which shows front centre and rear yardage or in my case metres. Helps my game enormously on a new course.
No faffing around and as you walk to your ball a quick glance of your wrist tells you all you need to know. A quick whack of the ball thereafter and it's "FORE".
No faffing around and as you walk to your ball a quick glance of your wrist tells you all you need to know. A quick whack of the ball thereafter and it's "FORE".
Doubt it, they'd have different variants of them and will need to take a read from them all just to triple check their accuracy.
Unfortunately, Annette might be onto something, that in the wrong hands some pros might end up looking at the course guide, the laser, the gps, and have a look at the green book before hitting into the green, so might actually slow them down.
I see, they both provide different benefits, I don't use them together, it's one or the other. Guess they could only trial it, I think they would go with their yardage books and also the gadget, then it brings in use of slope readings. For me it's the long discussions with caddy, walking round the green numerous times and club changes when they're ready to pull the trigger, that slows the game.
I see, they both provide different benefits, I don't use them together, it's one or the other. Guess they could only trial it, I think they would go with their yardage books and also the gadget, then it brings in use of slope readings. For me it's the long discussions with caddy, walking round the green numerous times and club changes when they're ready to pull the trigger, that slows the game.
Neither! Use your nogging and trust your swing... ????????
Got a new custom fit putter for Christmas. Not yet hit a single putt in anger. Which is good, because now when it does absolutely nothing to improve my putting I can blame it on the long lay off, rather than accepting that new equipment will not fix my game!!
It makes no sense you said. My statement Alice states where the rules are breached..but to repeat..the club house and on holes where I am waiting for slow players...
Have you never walked up to a tee, and found a 4 ball group waiting or hovering waiting for a 4 ball group in front of them...I was playing on my own...it really isn’t difficult to fathom if that a singleton plays quicker...????
I didn't know Bugs Bunny played golf!
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It’s tough for many professional, semi-professional and amateur golfers. We all want play.
Some professional golfers have done ok. Many haven’t earned much money, so are struggling.
All sportsmen and women need to be doing there thing.
The fact is the whole country is struggling mentally, emotionally, and financially.
Covid kills, that’s why we have lockdown.
Some professional golfers have done ok. Many haven’t earned much money, so are struggling.
All sportsmen and women need to be doing there thing.
The fact is the whole country is struggling mentally, emotionally, and financially.
Covid kills, that’s why we have lockdown.
So, the end of the WC swing this week brings us to Riviera - another great track.
I think Rory will do well this week.
That said, DJ is the obvious favourite.
Victor and Homa as my E/W bets.
I think Rory will do well this week.
That said, DJ is the obvious favourite.
Victor and Homa as my E/W bets.
It's Viktor mate. He is Norwegian.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
So, the end of the WC swing this week brings us to Riviera - another great track.
I think Rory will do well this week.
That said, DJ is the obvious favourite.
Victor and Homa as my E/W bets.
I think Rory will do well this week.
That said, DJ is the obvious favourite.
Victor and Homa as my E/W bets.
It's Viktor mate. He is Norwegian.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
I do that just for you, Maksi.??
BTW, where do you stay in Las Americas, Maksi?
It's Viktor mate. He is Norwegian.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
It's Viktor mate. He is Norwegian.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
By the way, have you heard Jack Nicklaus talking to Tiger Woods in Norwegian?
They don't sound very Norwegian and I can not understand a word they are saying. Viktor however...............
I can not see Rory playing well at that place. He is totally out of form with regards to playing 4 great rounds. The level of golf is phenomenal these days. 62s everywhere.
BTW, where do you stay in Las Americas, Maksi?
Love the Canaries and two years ago we stayed in the Parque Santiago 4, superb hotel.
Got Lanzarote all booked and paid for in June - like that’s gonna happen! One can hope....
Got Lanzarote all booked and paid for in June - like that’s gonna happen! One can hope....
Do you visit the Irish pubs when you are in the Canaries mate?
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
Love the Canaries and two years ago we stayed in the Parque Santiago 4, superb hotel.
Got Lanzarote all booked and paid for in June - like that’s gonna happen! One can hope....
Got Lanzarote all booked and paid for in June - like that’s gonna happen! One can hope....
Do you visit the Irish pubs when you are in the Canaries mate?
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
PR - in Gran Canaria?
Been a few times.
This’ll be our 4th visit to Lanzarote if we’re allowed to go!
All the Canaries are windy!
It’s quite refreshing when it is mid-30s.
Been a few times.
This’ll be our 4th visit to Lanzarote if we’re allowed to go!
All the Canaries are windy!
It’s quite refreshing when it is mid-30s.
Never said there was. I watch a lot of women’s golf and have been to many tour events, here and in the US.
I just don’t see women golfers as some sort of publicity stunt to be thrown into men’s events “to brighten things up” like you do. I don’t think that helps anyone.
I just don’t see women golfers as some sort of publicity stunt to be thrown into men’s events “to brighten things up” like you do. I don’t think that helps anyone.
Do you visit the Irish pubs when you are in the Canaries mate?
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
I love the music and the atmosphere. Puerto Rico has several too, both up the mountain and down in the centre.
Have you been to Lanzarote before? I gave it 2 tries and won't be going back. Beautiful island but that wind never stops blowing and it's freezing.
Do you play golf when you are at these places? I'm not allowed lol
ALL the good players are on Champions Tour in USA
Apart from Arabian Swing with its appearance money European Tour has few events in a normal year with the sort of prize money the stars demandgoing to college
Young golfers might be better off joining the pgatour
Reserves ( Korn Ferry)
It is sad but there is no long term future for a stand alone Europeantour