Men’s Golf: Majors, the Waning US Presence and the Good of the Game

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Published: April 11, 2011

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On a day at the 2011 Masters made for soft putts and great shots, Charl Schwartzel of South Africa, part of a huge international contingent, overwhelmed everyone with his sub-par holes in each of the final four holes in closing a brilliant final round. By the time Tiger Woods was a distant memory despite his improved play and tie for the lead, Schwartzel had captured the hearts and souls of everyone watching.

Thin, in shape and certain to win more tournaments, Schwartzel provided a sharp contrast to Angel Cabrera from Argentina, the only out-of-shape golfer in the top ten.

There were many great moments in this tournament, including horrible heartbreak and great play. The worst heartbreak was an errant shot from the tee by still co-leader Rory McIlroy.

McIlroy had managed to slop across the front nine but was still in a tie for the lead despite a clearly crumbling game. With his errant tee shot, he might as well have been out of bounds. Indeed, he might have been better off if he had been. Clearly, his challenge for the Masters title was over.

From the pack emerged players who will be seen again. Two Australians, Jason Day and Adam Scott, appeared likely to win until Schwartzel commenced his crushing play to overwhelm the field.

Seeming as solid as they come, with Schwartzel's historic final four holes making him the only player in history to play each of the final four holes on Sunday at Augusta under par, Day seemed to have the best chance despite his and Scott's tie for second at the end.

We will see them both again, but for me, Day seems to have the best chance to become the better golfer.

Now that we have four players from outside the United States who hold all four major championships, a feat to my knowledge never accomplished before, it is time to review the state of the game and whether the disappearance of US players from this leaderboard and others is good for the game.
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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