He leaves nothing to chance. You have to have talent in golf but confidence is also a must. Even if these salty golf balls are bull, if he thinks it gives him an edge, it does.
In Tiger’s prime he made every big putt. He was confident he was going to make them. After he got wacked with a 7 iron by his wife and vilified by everyone, he lost confidence and quit making big putts. He even had the shanks at one point.
He did't get the nickname 'Mad Scientist' for nothing. Bryson DeChambeau, leading the 2024 U.S. Open by three shots after 54 holes, is known for experimentation. At the Masters, it was revealed his golf clubs were produced by 3D print
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