I would say it probably happened when I started to prepare better for tournaments. I started to play a little differently, control my ball flight, control my putting. I think it started with the win here in 2004. |
I'd been working in the off-season to get this longer driver in play. We got it dialed in to where I could hit a very long draw. But all of the finesse shots like carving it around the trees at 13, the club wasn't designed for that, and just wasn't doing it. I was trying to get it worked out so I only use one driver, but as it turned out, I'm going to end up using two. |
I'd like to say one thing about the changes (to the course). I really like them. |
I'd rather be leading, no question. But I think if I can get off to a good start and make some birdies and put a little bit of pressure, there's a chance I can move up the leader board. If I can just get a couple of those putts to drop, I'm going to try to make a run. |
I'll be hitting first. I'll be hoping to get my irons sharp. |
I'm 2-for-8 now, so it has worked for me. I understand I have and will continue to receive criticism over that. I find that for me to prepare my best, to get away from all the hoopla that goes on the weeks of a major and get some quiet practice allows me to be focused and sharpest when Thursday comes. I'll continue to expect similar results. |
I'm actually going to go get a workout in, and try to build up some stamina for tomorrow. |
I'm cautiously optimistic for the next few days. Maybe Tiger and I can have another shot at it like last year. |
I'm four back, I've got to make a run. What really hurt was the couple of bogeys coming. ... It's going to take a low round. I just need a couple of those putts to go and I think a little bit of momentum, and I think I might have a low round in me. |
I'm going to try and keep stride with Tiger and maybe we can have another shot at it on Sunday like we did last year. |
I'm having the best time right now playing golf. |
I'm having the best time right now. I'm having so much fun being able to compete for major championships. It's just incredible. And to win a couple now, it's an amazing feeling. |
I'm hoping I get in contention without playing any more. |
I'm not disappointed with that. I just wish I had gotten a score out of it. Doubling the last hole really hurt. |
I'm proud of the fact I didn't let other people into it. They had to come and get it. |