Went to LIV golf tournament in Orlando

[La lamy]

Decided to go watch my first golf tournament on Friday March 31st. I know there's a lot of controversy about LIV, but took the cheap opportunity to watch pros up close.

I expected a real party experience since they say "golf but louder", but it was traditional quiet golf with some faint music pumped in, here and there. There is an entertainment area with golf simulation and various shows and games at the 9th hole area. You can also upgrade your ticket to various 'club' areas on the course where the party atmosphere seemed to be.

I enjoyed watching/following Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson's group. The crowd was LOVING Phil, which as a leftie I did too! He was so responsive to the fans. Thanking us when we'd say "good putt Phil", and I even got a fist pump from him when he was passing by!

Even though it was a thrill to be so close to these professional golfers, I found myself getting bored by not being able to follow the path of the ball in the sky or see where it landed (much better view of that on TV). They should use bright colored balls, that might help us. Kept hearing from so many, "I can't see where it went". The walking was too much for me (yes I'm getting old), and the quality of golf was not amazing. So many missed good birdie opportunities. They both were -1 by the 9th hole and I'd had enough.

Glad I experienced it, but have no desire to watch live golf again. Have you gone to live golf tournaments? What was your experience?

[mickey100]

We used to regularly to Arnie's tournament in Orlando. We are avid walkers, so for us it was nice to be able to see the course up close, and appreciate the quality of the play much more than just seeing it on TV. Also, if you happen to follow a "hot" foursome, it is very exciting to see the great shots and scores. And you get a sense of the personalities of the golfers, more than you see on TV.

[retiredguy123]

To me, one advantage to live golf is that you get a better feel for the long distances. Many non-golfers probably don't realize that the length of a football field is just a short wedge shot for a golfer. Television cannot recreate a 300-yard drive.

[tophcfa]

To me, one advantage to live golf is that you get a better feel for the long distances. Many non-golfers probably don't realize that the length of a football field is just a short wedge shot for a golfer. Television cannot recreate a 300-yard drive.

Watching 300+ yard drives is truly amazing. My friend came down to visit, and golf, last week and brought his 32 year old son with him. On many par 4’s we had to wait for the green to clear because the kid was driving them from the blue tees. On the par 5 12th hole at Tierra Del Sol (a dogleg left) the kid hit over the trees, taking out the dogleg, and his ball winded up in the center of the fairway 110 yards from the hole. It took me two decent shots to get there. It’s amazing how far the professionals hit the ball, and many of them are only about 5’10” and 160 lbs.

[Tvflguy]

I could NEVER attend a live golf tournament. My impulse would be to find those in the crowd yelling “In The Hoooooole!!!’” And pummel them all.

Those stupid comments are ridiculous and irritating.

I’d end up in jail with bloody fists..

[Rainger99]

Watching 300+ yard drives is truly amazing. My friend came down to visit, and golf, last week and brought his 32 year old son with him. On many par 4’s we had to wait for the green to clear because the kid was driving them from the blue tees. On the par 5 12th hole at Tierra Del Sol (a dogleg left) the kid hit over the trees, taking out the dogleg, and his ball winded up in the center of the fairway 110 yards from the hole. It took me two decent shots to get there. It’s amazing how far the professionals hit the ball, and many of them are only about 5’10” and 160 lbs.

Watching a 300 yard drive on tv or in person is a totally different experience. Many pros can hit it 300+ in the air! The first time I went to a pro tournament I was amazed at how the ball keeps going up and keeps going and going - unlike my shot which goes up and comes down.

I went to the United States Women's Amateur a few years ago. These were mostly college girls and they were all very small - most under 5'6" and 125-150. But they took an easy swing and consistently hit it about 250 yards. Made it look so easy.

[BrianL99]

Decided to go watch my first golf tournament on Friday March 31st. I know there's a lot of controversy about LIV, but took the cheap opportunity to watch pros up close.

I expected a real party experience since they say "golf but louder", but it was traditional quiet golf with some faint music pumped in, here and there. There is an entertainment area with golf simulation and various shows and games at the 9th hole area. You can also upgrade your ticket to various 'club' areas on the course where the party atmosphere seemed to be.

I enjoyed watching/following Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson's group. The crowd was LOVING Phil, which as a leftie I did too! He was so responsive to the fans. Thanking us when we'd say "good putt Phil", and I even got a fist pump from him when he was passing by!

Even though it was a thrill to be so close to these professional golfers, I found myself getting bored by not being able to follow the path of the ball in the sky or see where it landed (much better view of that on TV). They should use bright colored balls, that might help us. Kept hearing from so many, "I can't see where it went". The walking was too much for me (yes I'm getting old), and the quality of golf was not amazing. So many missed good birdie opportunities. They both were -1 by the 9th hole and I'd had enough.

Glad I experienced it, but have no desire to watch live golf again. Have you gone to live golf tournaments? What was your experience?

Be happy you went to a LIV Event, a regular PGA Tour event would bore you to death. You have no clue what's going on, because events are unfolding at different times, in different places. All the LIV action is compressed, as everyone is playing together.

As for "following the ball", I have enough trouble following a drive when I hit it and those guys are hitting it 50% farther and 50% faster. Nature of the beast.

[La lamy]

Watching a 300 yard drive on tv or in person is a totally different experience. Many pros can hit it 300+ in the air! The first time I went to a pro tournament I was amazed at how the ball keeps going up and keeps going and going - unlike my shot which goes up and comes down.

I went to the United States Women's Amateur a few years ago. These were mostly college girls and they were all very small - most under 5'6" and 125-150. But they took an easy swing and consistently hit it about 250 yards. Made it look so easy.

I'm impressed you were able to follow it. I tried from every angle, beside the player, somewhat in front, way in front, I never once was able to follow it in the sky.

[tophcfa]

Watching a 300 yard drive on tv or in person is a totally different experience. Many pros can hit it 300+ in the air! The first time I went to a pro tournament I was amazed at how the ball keeps going up and keeps going and going - unlike my shot which goes up and comes down.

I went to the United States Women's Amateur a few years ago. These were mostly college girls and they were all very small - most under 5'6" and 125-150. But they took an easy swing and consistently hit it about 250 yards. Made it look so easy.

Youth is wasted on the young!

[Mrfriendly]

Went to The players Championship in NJ years ago and summer heat, large crowds and not being able to see much made it a day drinking beer in the tent. Of note that Saturday; I was standing at back of green on par 5 and saw John Daly's approach to green. Landed on green in two. When on the green we see he is putting with a two or three iron? Chatter amongst the spectators was Daly snapped his putter in half in frustration last hole! Missed the eagle putt, made birdie.
Since then I only go to tournament practice rounds and collect autographs in a more intimate and casual setting. However if anyone wants to give me or sell me Masters tickets I will go any day of the week!!! (serious!)

[Rainger99]

Since then I only go to tournament practice rounds and collect autographs in a more intimate and casual setting. However if anyone wants to give me or sell me Masters tickets I will go any day of the week!!! (serious!)

I have been to a few PGA tournaments and some PGA practice rounds. I agree - practice rounds are much better as the players are relaxed, joking with the gallery, and you can see how they prepare for the tournament. At a practice round, I saw Rory, Lee Westwood, Darren Clark, and Graeme McDowell playing together. Between one hole, they all walked very slowly along the gallery signing an autograph for anyone who wanted one! Must have been 50 or 60 people and it took about 15 minutes. Not very legible writing - more of a scribble but still very nice and people really appreciated it!

Golf is much better watched on TV. At a tournament, you can only watch one group at a time so you have no idea what is going on at the other 17 holes while if you watch on TV, you can see what is happening all over the course.

[JMintzer]

I used to go to the Kemper Open every year. I've also been to the US Open, the US Senior open and the President's Cup.

Watching the pros play the same course I played (TPC Avenel) was a treat. It showed me that they don;'t play the same game is I do. Just the sound of the ball "sizzling" as it left the tee dropped my jaw...

[heron848]

I could NEVER attend a live golf tournament. My impulse would be to find those in the crowd yelling “In The Hoooooole!!!’” And pummel them all.

Those stupid comments are ridiculous and irritating.

I’d end up in jail with bloody fists..

I agree. I’d be in the cell next to you!

[kkingston57]

Be happy you went to a LIV Event, a regular PGA Tour event would bore you to death. You have no clue what's going on, because events are unfolding at different times, in different places. All the LIV action is compressed, as everyone is playing together.

As for "following the ball", I have enough trouble following a drive when I hit it and those guys are hitting it 50% farther and 50% faster. Nature of the beast.

Politely disagree. In both leagues hard to follow as all players are spread out(18 holes) and to make matters worse for the LIV, there are two tournaments, individual and team. Only way to follow ball is by standing behind the player and the ability to follow it for at least 250 yards.

[golfing eagles]

I could NEVER attend a live golf tournament. My impulse would be to find those in the crowd yelling “In The Hoooooole!!!’” And pummel them all.

Those stupid comments are ridiculous and irritating.

I’d end up in jail with bloody fists..

And don't forget "mashed potatoes"---whatever that means.

Personally, there are a few LIV players I'd like to watch play again----but I refuse to support the sportswashing that is driving it.

[JoMar]

And don't forget "mashed potatoes"---whatever that means.

Personally, there are a few LIV players I'd like to watch play again----but I refuse to support the sportswashing that is driving it.

Bur you are ok with the government and American corporations doing the same thing?

[jebartle]

You probably would have enjoyed going to watch pros at TPC Sawgrass and watching the island green, great fun.
Several trips to Augusta for Masters was also great fun, but I'm green with envy that Doug got to PLAY Augusta (Billy Joe Patton, played as an amateur in Masters, also member at Augusta, was a member of Mimosa Hills CC our home club in NC and invited Doug to join him one day at Augusta.)

[La lamy]

One thing I really appreciated was the smallish crowd that allowed us to be as close as can be to the players with no fighting off other spectators. Here's a Phil Mickelson flop shot up close (hopefully it uploads) Very cool.

[La lamy]

One thing I really appreciated was the smallish crowd that allowed us to be as close as can be to the players with no fighting off other spectators. Here's a Phil Mickelson flop shot up close (hopefully it uploads) Very cool.
Dang, my videos don't seem to upload. Sorry!

[retiredguy123]

Dang, my videos don't seem to upload. Sorry!
You cannot attach video files, such as MP4 files, to a post. You would need to upload it to a website and provide a link.

[retiredguy123]

Dang, my videos don't seem to upload. Sorry!
An easy way to share a video file is to upload it to your Google Drive. Everyone with a Google account has a Google Drive with 15GB of free storage. Go to "drive.google.com" and log in (if you are not already logged into Google). After you upload the file, you can use the "share" function to create a link address and specify that anyone with the link can access the file as a viewer only.

[airstreamingypsy]

The only time I would go to a tournament is when my daughter is playing, or to see Tiger Woods play. I used to watch on TV when Tiger played.

[TOMTOFVIL]

I marshaled 20 PGA tournaments. Try it, inside the ropes is great.
As a spectator I recommend: 1. Go watch at the range for an hour 2. Follow your favorite player through a whole round. 3. Go on a Thursday when everything is relaxed. 3. Go to Champions or LPGA tournament where there are less crowds.

It much more fun to watch on TV after walking, playing and having seen a course.

Tried to watch LIV on TV. I found viewing gimmicks nice, but jumping from hole to hole and player to player disjointed.

[DrHitch]

We went to the LIV in Winter Garden yesterday (Saturday).

Having worked inside to ropes, we found this tournament in total to be OK, but disorganized...I posted separately on this forum.

Traffic/parking lines
Beer tent lines ridiculously long
Food lines long and "truck" quality
Golf shots long also, witnessed first birdie on #8

Golf tournaments in general are a lot of walking, tough to see balls in the air, etc..

But go enjoy

[dewilson58]

We went to the LIV in Winter Garden yesterday (Saturday).

Having worked inside to ropes, we found this tournament in total to be OK, but disorganized...I posted separately on this forum.

Traffic/parking lines
Beer tent lines ridiculously long
Food lines long and "truck" quality
Golf shots long also, witnessed first birdie on #8

Golf tournaments in general are a lot of walking, tough to see balls in the air, etc..

But go enjoy


Too crowded because it's terrible and no body goes.
:a040:

[44Apple]

Best idea for a spectator is to find a spot around a Par 3 hole. Watch the golfers tee off, see where the ball lands and watch them come to finish the hole.

[Road Apple]

Attended yesterday. Great experience. Closer to players than PGA. Upbeat atmosphere. Music playing in the background around the course. No shouting after shots. Players tossing balls to kids (saw 3 of those). Food good, but lines a little long. Toilet access no problem. Dusty driving in to park, but really short walk to the course. For $46 ticket with access to basically everything (except party tents for $210), I’d say go.

[BrianL99]

We went to the LIV in Winter Garden yesterday (Saturday).

Having worked inside to ropes, we found this tournament in total to be OK, but disorganized...I posted separately on this forum.

Traffic/parking lines
Beer tent lines ridiculously long
Food lines long and "truck" quality
Golf shots long also, witnessed first birdie on #8

Golf tournaments in general are a lot of walking, tough to see balls in the air, etc..

But go enjoy

Like any Professional Golf Tournament, if you don't have a Hospitality Tent ticket, you're going to find long lines and lousy food. At LIV Boston, we had unlimited Filet Mignon, Shrimp & Lobster all day long and no one waiting for a drink.

[ffresh]

I could NEVER attend a live golf tournament. My impulse would be to find those in the crowd yelling “In The Hoooooole!!!’” And pummel them all.

Those stupid comments are ridiculous and irritating.

I’d end up in jail with bloody fists..

Thanks for making me laugh out loud :laugh:

Fred

[Gator_Girl]

So you're one of those yelling at the golfers?! I can't watch golf with sound because of people like you! And congrats on the fist pump, if he tossed you his ball that might be worthwhile.

[Steve]

Watching 300+ yard drives is truly amazing. My friend came down to visit, and golf, last week and brought his 32 year old son with him. On many par 4’s we had to wait for the green to clear because the kid was driving them from the blue tees. On the par 5 12th hole at Tierra Del Sol (a dogleg left) the kid hit over the trees, taking out the dogleg, and his ball winded up in the center of the fairway 110 yards from the hole. It took me two decent shots to get there. It’s amazing how far the professionals hit the ball, and many of them are only about 5’10” and 160 lbs.

I don't know how many professional golfers you have seen lately but nowadays they are more like a cross between a thoroughbred racehorse and an NFL tight end. I've worked at the Arnold Palmer Invitational five of the past six years and when you're up close and personal with these guys they are physical specimens. I'm 6'2" and I found myself looking up at most of these guys. Every moment they're not on the golf course they're in the gym. These guys aren't Peter Jacobsen!

[Gator_Girl]

I can't watch golf with sound because of people yelling or commenting to the players! And congrats on the fist pump, if he tossed you his ball that would have been worthwhile.

[Bellavita]

Never won’t support anything Saudi or from China. Ever



Decided to go watch my first golf tournament on Friday March 31st. I know there's a lot of controversy about LIV, but took the cheap opportunity to watch pros up close.

I expected a real party experience since they say "golf but louder", but it was traditional quiet golf with some faint music pumped in, here and there. There is an entertainment area with golf simulation and various shows and games at the 9th hole area. You can also upgrade your ticket to various 'club' areas on the course where the party atmosphere seemed to be.

I enjoyed watching/following Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson's group. The crowd was LOVING Phil, which as a leftie I did too! He was so responsive to the fans. Thanking us when we'd say "good putt Phil", and I even got a fist pump from him when he was passing by!

Even though it was a thrill to be so close to these professional golfers, I found myself getting bored by not being able to follow the path of the ball in the sky or see where it landed (much better view of that on TV). They should use bright colored balls, that might help us. Kept hearing from so many, "I can't see where it went". The walking was too much for me (yes I'm getting old), and the quality of golf was not amazing. So many missed good birdie opportunities. They both were -1 by the 9th hole and I'd had enough.

Glad I experienced it, but have no desire to watch live golf again. Have you gone to live golf tournaments? What was your experience?

[La lamy]

We went to the LIV in Winter Garden yesterday (Saturday).

Having worked inside to ropes, we found this tournament in total to be OK, but disorganized...I posted separately on this forum.

Traffic/parking lines
Beer tent lines ridiculously long
Food lines long and "truck" quality
Golf shots long also, witnessed first birdie on #8

Golf tournaments in general are a lot of walking, tough to see balls in the air, etc..

But go enjoy

I agree with all your comments, except the only birdies I saw were on #2.

[La lamy]

So you're one of those yelling at the golfers?! I can't watch golf with sound because of people like you! And congrats on the fist pump, if he tossed you his ball that might be worthwhile.

No I am not one of those yelling at golfers. But Phil did appreciate those that were telling him "we love you Phil" or "great putt Phil" as he walked to next tee box. You might want to reread my post, and/or take a happy pill.

[Caymus]

Never won’t support anything Saudi or from China. Ever

Your house is free of all Chinese manufactured products?

[La lamy]

Your house is free of all Chinese manufactured products?

Good point!

[BrianL99]

Your house is free of all Chinese manufactured products?

Never won’t support anything Saudi or from China. Ever

If you pay your taxes in the USA, you're supporting a county that has BILLIONS of dollars of contracts with Saudi Arabia.

... to say nothing of where the gas in coming from, that you're putting in your car or golf cart, both of which, undoubtedly contain Chinese manufactured parts.

But yeah, stay away from those golfers who are making money from the Saudis!

[Pairadocs]

Decided to go watch my first golf tournament on Friday March 31st. I know there's a lot of controversy about LIV, but took the cheap opportunity to watch pros up close.

I expected a real party experience since they say "golf but louder", but it was traditional quiet golf with some faint music pumped in, here and there. There is an entertainment area with golf simulation and various shows and games at the 9th hole area. You can also upgrade your ticket to various 'club' areas on the course where the party atmosphere seemed to be.

I enjoyed watching/following Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson's group. The crowd was LOVING Phil, which as a leftie I did too! He was so responsive to the fans. Thanking us when we'd say "good putt Phil", and I even got a fist pump from him when he was passing by!

Even though it was a thrill to be so close to these professional golfers, I found myself getting bored by not being able to follow the path of the ball in the sky or see where it landed (much better view of that on TV). They should use bright colored balls, that might help us. Kept hearing from so many, "I can't see where it went". The walking was too much for me (yes I'm getting old), and the quality of golf was not amazing. So many missed good birdie opportunities. They both were -1 by the 9th hole and I'd had enough.

Glad I experienced it, but have no desire to watch live golf again. Have you gone to live golf tournaments? What was your experience?

Worked 15 years as a volunteer at the A. Palmer, and at a number of LPGA tournaments as a cart driver for the participants (DEFINITELY enjoyed that "work", LOL !). Had 3 assignments at the A. Palmer as a hostess in the player's and major sponsor pavilion which housed an elaborate all day buffet (ate much better than any other tournament volunteers I can tell you, but missed having a course assignment so I could watch the action. Last PGA or LPGA tournament I worked was 4 years ago now. I completely agree with you, although being at any live event is an experience not to be missed, but for golf, just like in football, you will never ever get the view and detail you get from the couch watching and 85" TV and drinking a cola that did not cost $15 :) :) Will add that my fondest memories are of the volunteer breakfasts with Arnold when he was still alive... those are precious memories as the personal contact and conversation was much different than the fan experience as a fan on the course or warm up areas.

[Pairadocs]

To me, one advantage to live golf is that you get a better feel for the long distances. Many non-golfers probably don't realize that the length of a football field is just a short wedge shot for a golfer. Television cannot recreate a 300-yard drive.

That is so true ! (meaning most non golfers probably have no idea of the distance or what a feat that is !

[Pairadocs]

Bur you are ok with the government and American corporations doing the same thing?

Good job, Match point set ! :BigApplause:

[Pairadocs]

Your house is free of all Chinese manufactured products?

If I know how she/he accomplished buying nothing from China, I'd try it too ! Maybe they just missed a few things they didn't realize were actually made in China ? Like shoes, dishes, furniture, light bulbs, solar panels, candles, party decorations, "silver" ware, kitchen appliances, cell phones, athletic shoes, oh, hey, wait, I'm going to run out of room. I did go a a local hardware store for a new light switch, they managed to find me one from... MEXICO, not china, what a treasure, should I put it in or save it as a memento for the grands one day.....LOL ! Gosh, just looked, add my new hand tools for gardening and my new gardening gloves to that "China" list ! Got a new set of Tour Edge's... wonder where they are from ?

[BrianL99]

That is so true ! (meaning most non golfers probably have no idea of the distance or what a feat that is !

I always explain it to people like this:

Picture Home Plate at any Major League Baseball Stadium you've been to. Doesn't matter which one.

Pick out a square of 4 seats x 4 seats. Anyone place you wish. Could be dead Center Field, 450' away.

Any PGA Tour Player could drop a ball on Home Plate and 8 out of 10 shots, land it in your square of 4 seats x 4 seats.

[jedalton]

LIV golf tournament with Elvin Sam Norman
Pros and cons of attending LIV golf tournament in Orlando.
When we arrived had no idea which parking lot we were suppise to park in. We went to wrong parking lot. The officer told us we had to turn around and go back to where we came from. I asked if there was any handicap parking, He didn't know so we went to the 1st parking lot. We asked 3 people if there was handicapped parking. Nobody knew so they parked us in this big field. We had to walk probably 300 yd to front entrance to go through security. Took about 30 minutes to get through security, even though they had 4 separate lines, because line was so long. Then we had to walk about another 3 or 400 yd to number 9 green. They did have a handicap spot set up for handicapped people by number 9 green. Just about all the spots were taken. We had a hard time watching when the players got on the green because all the cameras were right in our way. It got pretty hot once the clouds were not blocking the sun. One of the volunteers walked by we asked him where could we get some water? He said how many do you need I said too? He said I'll be right back. He came back in about 10 minutes with 2 Cold bottles of water which was really nice we thank them a lot. We were told when we came in that when we were ready to leave to go over to the Ada shack and they will give us a ride back to the parking lo. so we walked over to the Ada shack. We had to wait 30 minutes before somebody. Finally came around in a golf cart to give us a ride back to the parking lot. Was not very well organized we did get to see some of our favorite players. Very casual took a little get used to the different format. We heard a lot of people complaining about the disorganization. Don't think I'll be attending anymore LIV tournaments

[La lamy]

Worked 15 years as a volunteer at the A. Palmer, and at a number of LPGA tournaments as a cart driver for the participants (DEFINITELY enjoyed that "work", LOL !). Had 3 assignments at the A. Palmer as a hostess in the player's and major sponsor pavilion which housed an elaborate all day buffet (ate much better than any other tournament volunteers I can tell you, but missed having a course assignment so I could watch the action. Last PGA or LPGA tournament I worked was 4 years ago now. I completely agree with you, although being at any live event is an experience not to be missed, but for golf, just like in football, you will never ever get the view and detail you get from the couch watching and 85" TV and drinking a cola that did not cost $15 :) :) Will add that my fondest memories are of the volunteer breakfasts with Arnold when he was still alive... those are precious memories as the personal contact and conversation was much different than the fan experience as a fan on the course or warm up areas.
That's cool!

[La lamy]

LIV golf tournament with Elvin Sam Norman
Pros and cons of attending LIV golf tournament in Orlando.
When we arrived had no idea which parking lot we were suppise to park in. We went to wrong parking lot. The officer told us we had to turn around and go back to where we came from. I asked if there was any handicap parking, He didn't know so we went to the 1st parking lot. We asked 3 people if there was handicapped parking. Nobody knew so they parked us in this big field. We had to walk probably 300 yd to front entrance to go through security. Took about 30 minutes to get through security, even though they had 4 separate lines, because line was so long. Then we had to walk about another 3 or 400 yd to number 9 green. They did have a handicap spot set up for handicapped people by number 9 green. Just about all the spots were taken. We had a hard time watching when the players got on the green because all the cameras were right in our way. It got pretty hot once the clouds were not blocking the sun. One of the volunteers walked by we asked him where could we get some water? He said how many do you need I said too? He said I'll be right back. He came back in about 10 minutes with 2 Cold bottles of water which was really nice we thank them a lot. We were told when we came in that when we were ready to leave to go over to the Ada shack and they will give us a ride back to the parking lo. so we walked over to the Ada shack. We had to wait 30 minutes before somebody. Finally came around in a golf cart to give us a ride back to the parking lot. Was not very well organized we did get to see some of our favorite players. Very casual took a little get used to the different format. We heard a lot of people complaining about the disorganization. Don't think I'll be attending anymore LIV tournaments

I'm sorry you had to experience all that. I went on Friday so I could avoid the crowds. I walked right in, no line, they didn't even check for my ticket on my phone! But the parking situation was very difficult. I can't imagine being disabled and dealing with all that sand to walk through, let alone find the dang thing!

[Worldseries27]

that is so true ! (meaning most non golfers probably have no idea of the distance or what a feat that is !
I can picture a 300 yard drive, 3 football fields.

[justjim]

I caught a bit of the LIV tournament on television this weekend. It’s different but “competition” between the PGA and this new league is a good thing in my opinion. The PGA players can thank the LIV for the dramatic increases in prize money to the new upstart league. The purses in many cases have doubled. Wow! Capitalism at its best! That said, I can’t blame the PGA for wanting to protect their turf so to speak. However, those that live in glass houses need to be careful about throwing stones. My wife and I have attended many PGA and LPGA golf tournaments. If you’ve never been, you should go. Our location here in The Villages gives us many opportunities to watch live professional golf without mortgaging the house or traveling too far.

[Gunny2403]

No thank you. Backed by murderous Saudi’s and played by Greedy Men.

[dtennent]

I have worked the Arnold Palmer tournament for the last couple of years. Thursday is the best day to interact with the players as they are more relaxed. I saw a fan trying to get a selfie as Tony Finau passed by. Tony stopped, smiled, and gave him a thumbs up as the fan took the selfie. Truly, he understood how Arnold Palmer lived his life.

[JP]

I watched my first finals of LIV tournament yesterday. Less than impressed. I'll stick with the PGA. Just seems like a big money grab from oil rich Saudis. Gross

[BrianL99]

No thank you. Backed by murderous Saudi’s and played by Greedy Men.

The United States is expected to surpass $50 BILLION in trade with those murderous Saudi's in 2023.

Funny how everyone else seems to be entitled to get paid what they're worth, except for former PGA Tour golfers.

[Worldseries27]

no thank you. Backed by murderous saudi’s and played by greedy men.
a salute to our countries gunnies.
However
geopolitically speaking and planning the saudis, israelis and egyptians are the middle east counter weight to the iranians desire to rule over the middle east and destroy israel. We are unfortunate, allies

[Rainger99]

I watched my first finals of LIV tournament yesterday. Less than impressed. I'll stick with the PGA. Just seems like a big money grab from oil rich Saudis. Gross

The United States imported roughly 356,000 barrels of crude oil per day from Saudi Arabia in 2021.

[justjim]

I watched my first finals of LIV tournament yesterday. Less than impressed. I'll stick with the PGA. Just seems like a big money grab from oil rich Saudis. Gross

In this case, the oil rich Saudis are spending some of their money here. Our houses and closets are full of “things” that we have purchased from “bad guys” and authoritarian regimes. We buy their oil and they buy our airplanes, etc.

[Badger 2006]

[QUOTE=JP;2204018]I watched my first finals of LIV tournament yesterday. Less than impressed. I'll stick with the PGA. Just seems like a big money grab from oil rich Saudis. Gross[/QUOTE

Many of the PGA”s playoff sponsers ie; Coca-Cola, BMW, JP Morgan, and 20 other sponsors through out the year do 40+ Billion worth of business with the Saudi’s. So the “big money grab” goes both ways. Don’t necessarily disagree we shouldn’t be unhappy where the money is coming from, but it’s going to the PGA and LIV, so both are heavily involved. Three Masters Champions in the top 10, and the individual and team decisions coming down to the final putts on the final hole made for spectacular competition. If it’s the more casual atmosphere you dislike, or the shotgun format, thats a personal decision, but for me I enjoy and embrace the differences.

[La lamy]

Badger quote
"Many of the PGA”s playoff sponsers ie; Coca-Cola, BMW, JP Morgan, and 20 other sponsors through out the year do 40+ Billion worth of business with the Saudi’s. So the “big money grab” goes both ways. Don’t necessarily disagree we shouldn’t be unhappy where the money is coming from, but it’s going to the PGA and LIV, so both are heavily involved. Three Masters Champions in the top 10, and the individual and team decisions coming down to the final putts on the final hole made for spectacular competition. If it’s the more casual atmosphere you dislike, or the shotgun format, thats a personal decision, but for me I enjoy and embrace the differences.[/QUOTE]

Refreshing point of view!

[Teemotay]

LIV golf tournament with Elvin Sam Norman
Pros and cons of attending LIV golf tournament in Orlando.
When we arrived had no idea which parking lot we were suppise to park in. We went to wrong parking lot. The officer told us we had to turn around and go back to where we came from. I asked if there was any handicap parking, He didn't know so we went to the 1st parking lot. We asked 3 people if there was handicapped parking. Nobody knew so they parked us in this big field. We had to walk probably 300 yd to front entrance to go through security. Took about 30 minutes to get through security, even though they had 4 separate lines, because line was so long. Then we had to walk about another 3 or 400 yd to number 9 green. They did have a handicap spot set up for handicapped people by number 9 green. Just about all the spots were taken. We had a hard time watching when the players got on the green because all the cameras were right in our way. It got pretty hot once the clouds were not blocking the sun. One of the volunteers walked by we asked him where could we get some water? He said how many do you need I said too? He said I'll be right back. He came back in about 10 minutes with 2 Cold bottles of water which was really nice we thank them a lot. We were told when we came in that when we were ready to leave to go over to the Ada shack and they will give us a ride back to the parking lo. so we walked over to the Ada shack. We had to wait 30 minutes before somebody. Finally came around in a golf cart to give us a ride back to the parking lot. Was not very well organized we did get to see some of our favorite players. Very casual took a little get used to the different format. We heard a lot of people complaining about the disorganization. Don't think I'll be attending anymore LIV tournaments

I attended all 3 days of this tournament and loved every single minute of the experience. Bought our tickets online and received very clear directions on the day before the event to the parking area for us. We showed up about 11:30 every day and had no line to wait in for entry to the golf course. The sandy parking areas were a bummer for walking in for sure.
We walked around a lot; entered at the 8th tee and visited the practice areas for putting and the driving range. We were able to get close to the players and see what goes into their practice routine. Very interesting.
Fabulous event!! Not perfect, but I came with no expectations other than seeing great golfers do their thing. Expectations exceeded!!
Got autographs from Phil Mickelson, Pat Perez, Greg Norman, Cameron Smith, Carlos Ortiz and Sam Horsfield. Fist bumps from Bryson DeChambeau and Mito Pereira.
We sat at the par 3 eighth hole green and watched half of the field come through before wandering the course. If another one of these events comes close to us, I’ll be going!! My wife says she’s only going on the last day next time 😂

[BrianL99]

I attended all 3 days of this tournament and loved every single minute of the experience. Bought our tickets online and received very clear directions on the day before the event to the parking area for us. We showed up about 11:30 every day and had no line to wait in for entry to the golf course. The sandy parking areas were a bummer for walking in for sure.
We walked around a lot; entered at the 8th tee and visited the practice areas for putting and the driving range. We were able to get close to the players and see what goes into their practice routine. Very interesting.
Fabulous event!! Not perfect, but I came with no expectations other than seeing great golfers do their thing. Expectations exceeded!!
Got autographs from Phil Mickelson, Pat Perez, Greg Norman, Cameron Smith, Carlos Ortiz and Sam Horsfield. Fist bumps from Bryson DeChambeau and Mito Pereira.
We sat at the par 3 eighth hole green and watched half of the field come through before wandering the course. If another one of these events comes close to us, I’ll be going!! My wife says she’s only going on the last day next time 😂

That is the exact experience most everyone has had with LIV Events.

The are well managed, accessible, convenient, easy to see who you want to see and most of all, fun for the fans. Glad you enjoyed it.

[UpNorth]

Might be fun to go there once for the on site experience. But I'm not a fan of the whole format I've seen on YouTube and CW TV. Horrible announcers, silly interviews and forced "excitement". Silly team names, pros playing in short pants, and the drone of muzak playing on the course. 3 rounds, shotgun start, no cuts, and the last place 13 over par player collecting a check for $120,000. Can't blame the players for taking the money and following the script though. Many would have to work much harder and make far less on the PGA Tour.

[KsJayhawkers]

I could NEVER attend a live golf tournament. My impulse would be to find those in the crowd yelling “In The Hoooooole!!!’” And pummel them all.

Those stupid comments are ridiculous and irritating.

I’d end up in jail with bloody fists..

LOL...more likely a broken hip and torn meniscus:-)