Concrete bunkers do work! 

What a week of yet more rain, 25mm of rain on Tuesday night caused both golf courses to be closed all day on Wednesday.

If you read last week's newsletter you would have seen how the green staff have reconstructed the bunkers on 16 and 17, sand was added on Monday and I think it was fair to say Tuesday night was a good test.

Enclosed are two pictures, both taken within minutes of each other and two bunkers untouched? Picture 1 shows the 18th bunker and how it was washed out, picture two shows the new bunker on 16, which is totally playable without anything being done to it.

  


 

It's impossible not to get excited about the Masters, especially with so many players coming into form. However, one player - who has had his hands on the coveted Green Jacket once before - is perhaps standing out more than anyone else at this moment in time. 

Adam Scott won the WGC-Cadillac Championship in impressive style, seven days after claiming the Honda Classic. The Australian has been a world-class performer for many years, so it's not surprising to see a player of his calibre notch back-to-back wins. 

What is interesting, though, is that Scott has switched seamlessly from his long-handled putter to a standard flatstick, making a mockery of those fears that he'd be unable to do so following the enforced Rules change. Who'd bet against him adding a second Masters title to his CV next month? 

If you're encountering putting issues, or feeling low on confidence on the greens, take heart from the fact that it can happen to the very best. We can help you find a solution by taking a look at your putting stroke, just pop by the shop or get in touch and we'll be happy to advise you. 




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