Okay, so I was checking out this golf thing, the Valspar Championship. You know, the one where all those pro golfers head down to the Tampa Bay area to swing their clubs at Innisbrook Resort’s Copperhead Course. I’ve been keeping an eye on Justin Thomas, and let me tell you, this guy’s got some stories from this tournament.
First Round Troubles
So, picture this: first round, and Justin’s not exactly hitting the ball straight off the tee. Not his best driving day, that’s for sure. But here’s the kicker – he’s all about that patience game. He told us he was trying to salvage his round. I mean, that’s what makes a pro a pro, right? They don’t always have perfect starts, but they know how to make do.
Greens and Scrambles
Now, here’s where it gets a bit wild. The man missed nine greens. Nine! But, did he let that get him down? Nope. He scrambled like a madman. Seven times he managed to get up-and-down, saving himself from a total disaster. And his putting? He was sticking with 27 putts, just like the days before. It’s like he’s got this number stuck in his head.
The Putting Stats
Here’s where the numbers get a bit funky. On Saturday, they say he lost a whopping 7.02 strokes to the field on the greens. Over the whole week, that’s nearly five strokes gone just like that. I mean, these Valspar greens must be something else. You gotta wonder what’s going on there, right?
Looking Back
I also dug up some old results from the past Valspar Championships, just to see how everyone’s been doing over the years. It’s always cool to see the scores and how these guys have performed on this very course. Gives you a bit of perspective, you know?
Wrapping Up
So, that’s my little adventure into the world of Justin Thomas at the Valspar Championship. It’s not just about hitting the ball far; it’s about keeping your cool, scrambling when you need to, and dealing with those tricky greens. There are a lot of ups and downs. This golfing stuff, it’s a real rollercoaster, but that’s what makes it interesting to follow. Hope you learned something!
