fixyurdivot 17,368 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 Whoa...wait a minute... who is this guy? Arguably the most talented journeyman player on tour who, many agree, has far too few wins, will be in the field to defend the title. Hard to bet against Rory and he has shown recent signs of finally breaking loose. There was a time not long ago where many thought he would dominate each season Tiger fashion. The event will be played at TPC Potomac Avenel Farm because Quail Hollow is busy getting their track ready for the Presidents Cup. While TPC Potomac has not been on the main tour schedule the past few years, it is rich with event history. I did not know this course only has two par 5's. Generally a tour players best friend, and better than average odds at eagle opportunities, I wonder how they like this set-up? I also did not know that the "Avenel Farm" suffix is in tribute to the historic "short horned" cattle farm... the largest in Maryland history. I finally picked the winner (Rahm) at The Mexico Open . Still undecided on this weeks pick in attempt for the B2B win. Maybe one of my young gun rookies (Cameron Young or Davis Riley?) Don't forget to make your pick for this weeks winner https://runmypools.com/JRMPNWWF. Good luck! 2 Quote G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w ZX5 Irons 4-AW Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW (removed from double secret probation ) ER5v Putter (Evnroll ER5v Official Review) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jddaigneault 1,960 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 Seems like another thin field. I’m hoping Wolff gets back on track and puts himself in position to contend on the weekend. 1 Quote Taylormade M5 Driver Cobra F9 3 Wood Srixon ZX5 4-6 Iron Srixon ZX7 7-PW Taylormade MG2 Wedges 50/55/60 Taylormade Spider X Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Middler 3,570 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 3 hours ago, jddaigneault said: Seems like another thin field. I’m hoping Wolff gets back on track and puts himself in position to contend on the weekend. Nothing against him, but I just can’t watch that swing… 1 2 Quote Callaway Rogue 10.5° & 3W Mizuno CLK 3H 19°, JPX900 Forged 4-GW, S18 56.10, S18 60.06 Evnroll ER5B Fit@TrueSpec ER2 Maxfli Tour Snell MTB-Black Ping Pioneer - MGI Zip Navigator AT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 In the vein of staying positive...I like Rickie this week 1 Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 6 hours ago, jddaigneault said: Seems like another thin field. I’m hoping Wolff gets back on track and puts himself in position to contend on the weekend. Yes, but much better than Mexico at least for my fantasy squad. I am happy to have Rory, Leishman, Kuchar, and Straka from my regular rotation going this week. 2 Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fixyurdivot 17,368 Posted May 2 Author Share Posted May 2 7 hours ago, jddaigneault said: Seems like another thin field. I’m hoping Wolff gets back on track and puts himself in position to contend on the weekend. Matt is among a handful of surprise underachievers this season. Certainly lots of golf left but nothing I've seen makes me think he'll suddenly become a serious East Lake contender. 3 hours ago, Middler said: Nothing against him, but I just can’t watch that swing… Yeah, that hitch in the giddy-up is flat out ugly. 1 Quote G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w ZX5 Irons 4-AW Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW (removed from double secret probation ) ER5v Putter (Evnroll ER5v Official Review) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 31 minutes ago, fixyurdivot said: Yeah, that hitch in the giddy-up is flat out ugly. Agreed. That said, I would gladly sport that Matt's swing, Cam Smith's mullet, Erik van Rooyen's 'stache, Ian Poulter's pants, and a Bryson bowler if it meant I could make a living chasing a little white ball. 2 3 Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jddaigneault 1,960 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 4 hours ago, Middler said: Nothing against him, but I just can’t watch that swing… It has always been ugly but he’s a great dude, I have a soft spot for him. And when he’s on he can absolutely stripe it. 2 Quote Taylormade M5 Driver Cobra F9 3 Wood Srixon ZX5 4-6 Iron Srixon ZX7 7-PW Taylormade MG2 Wedges 50/55/60 Taylormade Spider X Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 32,565 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 I'm bummed about this one. I had an invite to go out for Monday and Tuesday practice rounds and visit the tour trailers of two OEM. But can't get away from the full time job due to large outings going on Weahter is perfect here early this week. Some rain forecasted for Friday and Saturday could soften the course up in which case they will most likely pick this course apart. it was redesigned a couple years ago to toughen itup a bit. But still not overall long compared to modern distances. 3 Quote TSi1 Aldila Ascent 40G shaft TSi2 18 FW with GD AD IZ 6 Shaft TSi1 20 and 23 degree hybrids Aldila Ascent Shafts R T300 5-P Tensei R flex shaft 1/4 long SM8 48F/54/58 D Grinds Tyne 4 ProV1X Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fixyurdivot 17,368 Posted May 2 Author Share Posted May 2 21 minutes ago, Golfspy_CG2 said: I'm bummed about this one. I had an invite to go out for Monday and Tuesday practice rounds and visit the tour trailers of two OEM. But can't get away from the full time job due to large outings going on Weahter is perfect here early this week. Some rain forecasted for Friday and Saturday could soften the course up in which case they will most likely pick this course apart. it was redesigned a couple years ago to toughen itup a bit. But still not overall long compared to modern distances. Dang, that is a pisser Rob. Make sure to remind the boss at some timely point about your committment to the job . 1 Quote G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w ZX5 Irons 4-AW Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW (removed from double secret probation ) ER5v Putter (Evnroll ER5v Official Review) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb 9,637 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 39 minutes ago, Golfspy_CG2 said: I'm bummed about this one. I had an invite to go out for Monday and Tuesday practice rounds and visit the tour trailers of two OEM. But can't get away from the full time job due to large outings going on Weahter is perfect here early this week. Some rain forecasted for Friday and Saturday could soften the course up in which case they will most likely pick this course apart. it was redesigned a couple years ago to toughen itup a bit. But still not overall long compared to modern distances. Yeah, bummer indeed. If there's anyone who works their butt off and deserves an opportunity like this, it's you. Hopefully next time around you can make it work! 1 Quote In my carry bag: Mavrik Max 10.5* R Flex Evenflow RipTide Hy-Wood Launcher 5h D200 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* #10 e12 Contact Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 32,565 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 2 hours ago, fixyurdivot said: Dang, that is a pisser Rob. Make sure to remind the boss at some timely point about your committment to the job . 2 hours ago, russtopherb said: Yeah, bummer indeed. If there's anyone who works their butt off and deserves an opportunity like this, it's you. Hopefully next time around you can make it work! Thanks guys. I had it planned to get some good content from the trailers, pics videos to share on the forum to give an inside look. The thing is. My boss would have said ok if I asked for the day. He’s just that way. But these are my clients and I feel the responsibility to be here during their outings Even though I rarely do more than meet and greet and thank them as they leave. But I think I hate not being here when I have an outing going on There may another chance later in the summer during the BMW Championship when it’s played not too far from here. 2 Quote TSi1 Aldila Ascent 40G shaft TSi2 18 FW with GD AD IZ 6 Shaft TSi1 20 and 23 degree hybrids Aldila Ascent Shafts R T300 5-P Tensei R flex shaft 1/4 long SM8 48F/54/58 D Grinds Tyne 4 ProV1X Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samsonite 394 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 3 hours ago, Golfspy_CG2 said: Thanks guys. I had it planned to get some good content from the trailers, pics videos to share on the forum to give an inside look. The thing is. My boss would have said ok if I asked for the day. He’s just that way. But these are my clients and I feel the responsibility to be here during their outings Even though I rarely do more than meet and greet and thank them as they leave. But I think I hate not being here when I have an outing going on There may another chance later in the summer during the BMW Championship when it’s played not too far from here. I love getting peeks into those tour trucks - so incredibly cool what they're able to accomplish in such a (relatively) small space. Good on you for being there for your tourney - it's entirely possible that it's not necessary, but I guarantee it goes a LONG way with your clients when they get to shake your hand and thank you personally for all the work you did - I know it would for me. I always love these tourneys between the Masters and the PGA, especially since they moved it to May - none of them feel HUGE, but they're at great courses and the fields get better and better leading up to the next big one. Loved seeing Rahm win last week, but loved even more seeing Finau MURDER the weekend after barely making the cut. That guy - if he ever can turn it on for four days, no one will be able to catch him. -S 2 Quote Driver - King Speedzone, 9 degrees, HZRDS Smoke 65g / Lag Shot driver, lol 3/5 Wood - Warrior Golf (don't ask) Utility - King Utility - 2 Iron Irons (4-PW) - - SIM Max, Nippon Modus Tour 105 Stiff Wedges (52, 56, 60) - Kirkland Signature Putter - 303 Milled Series - Serrano Ball - Snell MTB Black/Kirkland Signature 2.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 32,565 Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 2 hours ago, Samsonite said: I love getting peeks into those tour trucks - so incredibly cool what they're able to accomplish in such a (relatively) small space. Good on you for being there for your tourney - it's entirely possible that it's not necessary, but I guarantee it goes a LONG way with your clients when they get to shake your hand and thank you personally for all the work you did - I know it would for me. I always love these tourneys between the Masters and the PGA, especially since they moved it to May - none of them feel HUGE, but they're at great courses and the fields get better and better leading up to the next big one. Loved seeing Rahm win last week, but loved even more seeing Finau MURDER the weekend after barely making the cut. That guy - if he ever can turn it on for four days, no one will be able to catch him. -S Appreciate the kind words. i agree 100% on Rahm. I think of all the current players on tour he has the most complete gsme, that if he could bottle it all up for a full year or two, we’re talking multiple majors and several tour wins in that span. He was really close to 1 year ago when he had the COVID withdrawal at the memorial. Then he comes right back to win the US Open. But nothing after that. But Feel safe in saying. He’s not done with Majors. 2 Quote TSi1 Aldila Ascent 40G shaft TSi2 18 FW with GD AD IZ 6 Shaft TSi1 20 and 23 degree hybrids Aldila Ascent Shafts R T300 5-P Tensei R flex shaft 1/4 long SM8 48F/54/58 D Grinds Tyne 4 ProV1X Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveone 27 Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 Chalk won last week but it's never the best bet; these guys are too good. [Champ with a lousy drive, Rahm with a cart bounce on his and maybe the order changes]. No Rory for me, I wouldn't take Tiger against the field in his heyday either. Arrrgh - just by saying that, Rory will scorch the field by 15 strokes. Different course though not unfamiliar, I'm checking on who has a nice uptrend going. Conners looks good as a breakthrough. Good luck to all. Quote Steve Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 Rory coming out en fuego! I hope he can keep it up through Sunday. Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 19 minutes ago, Hobert said: Rory coming out en fuego! I hope he can keep it up through Sunday. I shouldn't have said anything... Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobert 829 Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 And then Leishman shanks a short bunker shot into the drink and finishes the hole with a triple...just when my team was looking solid. Quote Big Bertha (2014) / Demoing Sub70 849D V Steel 3 & 5 woods 939X 4H 699 (4-6) / 699 Pro (7-PW) with KBS Tour 120 shafts (stiff) 286 Wedge (50 degrees) 588 RTX 2.0 (56 degrees) ER8v with Fujikura MC shaft (firm) University of Miami Stand Bag Supersoft / Maxfli Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil 25,147 Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 4 minutes ago, Hobert said: And then Leishman shanks a short bunker shot into the drink and finishes the hole with a triple...just when my team was looking solid. I’m glad I didn’t start Molinari; he looks terrible as well. 1 Quote Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: TS3 15* set to 16.5* w/Project X Hzardous Smoke Hybrids: 816H1 19* set at 18* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 5-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54-10S 588 58-12 Putter: Auditions ongoing Backups: 6330, TM-180, Milled Collection RSX 2, Bellum Winmore 787, mFGP2, Directed Force 2.1 Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LICC 373 Posted May 6 Share Posted May 6 I am liking this course TPC Potomac more than Quail Hollow, which never seemed that interesting to me. I agree about Wolff's swing, it's tough to watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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