No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 814 - Masters Deep Dives - '77, '80, '89, '11
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Apr 4, 2024 Soly and KVV dive into four iconic Masters tournaments: Rory's collapse in 2011, Tom Watson's win over Nicklaus in 1977, Seve's wire-to-wire victory in 1980, and Faldo's playoff triumph in 1989 after Hoch's epic miss.
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2011 Masters Dramatic Sunday
- The 2011 Masters is remembered mainly for Rory McIlroy's infamous collapse and Tiger Woods' electrifying Sunday charge.
- Charl Schwartzel's clutch birdie streak sealed the win, creating one of the most chaotic and memorable Masters Sundays ever.
Underdog Charles Schwartzel Shines
- Charles Schwartzel was an underdog nobody had heard of before his 2011 Masters victory.
- His unexpected performance added to the unpredictability and excitement of that tournament.
2011 Sunday Ignited Golf Passion
- Solly recalls watching the 2011 Masters Sunday in Chicago, grilling steaks and getting excited over Rory's strong front nine.
- The vivid memory highlights how 2011 sparked his deep interest in golf and No Laying Up's formation.