2011 Masters Predictions: Why Ian Poulter Could Win His First Green Jacket

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Published: April 4, 2011

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Back in 2008, Ian Poulter was quoted as saying, "I haven't played to my full potential yet. And when that happens it will just be me and Tiger." Most called him cocky and wrote him off.

Three years later, it is clear that time changes all things.

Since then, Poulter has only secured one PGA Tour victory. And while many professionals would love to have just one victory, a single victory does not make the greatest player in the world. To be known as a great player, Poulter needs to win at least one tournament a year and a few majors by the time he hangs up his spikes. 

So if Poulter is going to start winning majors, his best chance to notch his first major championship is this weekend.

This is Poulter's seventh trip down Magnolia Lane. By now, Poulter is comfortable with the course. He no longer views Augusta National as a wide-eyed groupie, but instead, through the lens of the seasoned veteran that he is. 

And if there is one thing that contributes to success at the Masters, it is experience. 

Last year, Poulter was leading the Masters after two rounds. Then Augusta did what Augusta does. The course chewed him up and spit him out on Saturday. And while Poulter eventually finished in 10th place, it left him disappointed and wanting more.

It made him work just that much harder to win the green jacket. 

The greens at Augusta National are notoriously tricky. To win at Augusta, putting well is a necessity. And one thing Poulter can do well is putt.

With that said, Poulter has struggled with the flat stick this year. It was the reason Poulter was knocked out of the Accenture Match Play Championship and it might be why he wins the Masters this year.

The reason: hard work.

Poulter has been working tirelessly on preparing for the greens at Augusta National. Last week, Poulter tweeted, "Got every years book for the Masters...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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