We enjoy watching the top players in the world perform feats with their golf balls that mere weekend golfers can only imagine doing. However, it’s equally pleasing when they experience moments of frustration. After all, it’s only fair for them to understand our feelings occasionally, isn’t it?
That’s why numerous fans—and even at least one fan— one PGA Tour winner —he was thrilled to catch the Players Championship over the weekend. With strong gusts of wind combined with Pete Dye’s challenging TPC Sawgrass course and the stakes of winning one of golf's premier tournaments, conditions were ripe for dramatic moments. (Think: Will Zalatoris’ struggles on Saturday.)
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That’s why it was so invigorating to catchBilly Horschel’s commentsduring a walk-and-talk interviewwith NBC Sportsin the challenging third round. Knownfor his straightforwardness, a somewhat off-form—but onlybyhis high standards—Horschel came out withwhat might be the most relatablequote in golf history. Give it a listen:
I have absolutely no genuine control over my golf swing," Horschel states, "and I haven’t got a clue where the golf ball is headed at this point, so I’m just trying to get indoors as quickly as possible.
Hackers worldwide who pondered the 19th hole as an opportunity to tee off agreed with that sentiment. Well done, Billy, for expressing that view. Particularly this week when Golfers addressing the press has been a trending issue!
Horschel ended up completing the round with 77 strokes. It was a challenging day for an eight-time PGA Tour champion, yet his score remains one that 99.99% of golfers would be happy with. Still, thanks to Billy, from everyone who struggles with their swings, we appreciate your effort.
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