A candid conversation with Tom Watson

[@autosave5453]

I can't believe the wisdom Tom was able to impart to you over a simple interview. To be able to leave the 18th green with his hand around your shoulder with that story is nothing but magical.

[@F7269]

The could be the best interview I've ever listened too.. Tom is a Golf God. Erik did an amazing job here....

[@cscheatum]

Listening to him talk reminds me of my grandfather. Something about men from that era, they’re made of better stuff and have so much wisdom. Thanks for this.

[@petermills9047]

To walk off that green with his hand on your shoulder like that...what a great man, and I imagine an amazing experience

[@paulday7427]

The finest golf interview, period.

[@ianworsfold3421]

The word 'Gentleman' is used too loosely in the game of golf. Tom Watson is a true gentleman of the game.

[@dialedgolf]

Had the privilege of caddying for Mr. Watson last year! Learned more in 2 rounds on the bag with him than in my whole golf career!

[@wosop6667]

I was literally the only one who’s caddied for him the last few years

[@dialedgolf]

@@wosop6667 huh?

[@dialedgolf]

@@wosop6667 you got an Instagram?

[@jmscoving]

Wow what an experience

[@Rick-oh9jh]

Wosop 666 no I was the only caddie

[@scottyh1509]

I grew up in Kansas City and attended a 9 hole charity event that Tom organized with Tom Kite, Greg Norman, and Peter Jacobson. 1985 or 86. It was great, one of my favorite sports experiences as a spectator. Watching them all play up close was just incredible. Tom Kite stepped up on one hole and hit a drive I will never forget. Thanks for this video, Watson is one of the all time greats, legend.

[@briarmeadow]

What a great interview of an incredibly talented golfer and a man of incredible depth of character. I love listening to his perspective on golf and life.

[@howyhowitzer13]

Tom you made me cry, it was like sitting with my two grandfather's who gifted me the game. Thanks!

[@pandersonnike]

I love Tom Watson! He represents my birth state, Missouri, very well! I was so sad how he lost in the playoff in the 2009 since it was a great story, but it could have been legendary. I'm glad to see him play once in person at the Senior PGA Championship in St. Louis a few years ago.

[@OldguyChris]

We are super bleesed to have Tom Watson as a ambassador to the game of golf....to be able to hear this mans heart on the game that we all love...to hear his wisdom...with his frustrations..and passion for this wonderful game....good job Eric....thank you........this was historic

[@georgesullivan4750]

What a gentleman Mr.Watson I ❤love his lessons so easy to follow thank to him

[@matthewjacques9202]

Erik, one of your greatest videos ever made. This and the Miura video will always be my favorites. Keep it up!

[@justinhall2711]

I LOVE Tom Watson. I maybe be a bit bias being from Kansas City, but the man is a living legend. Battled demons, and came out on top a better person. Helped David Feherty get sober too. Nothing but love and respect for the man!!

[@thomaselliott573]

I watched Tom play on TV when I was young and he was in the finest moments the game has seen. I did not know much about the game and why I thought he was the greatest I had seen, but one time they zoomed in on his face as he was coming down the fairway at Augusta in the latter stages of the final round. That look on his face was indescribable. No doubt, no emotional uncertainty, but absolute determination. This interview is one of the best I have seen for a golfer, sportsman or with anyone in any field of endeavour. I am glad it explains so much about what I felt all those years ago. I was correct in thinking he was the greatest I have ever seen.

[@kcalumpit]

Erik you are one of the luckiest guys in golf, thank you for sharing the ride with us.

[@marcs.olbertz5706]

Thanks for these sort of interviews. It feels like to me, the viewer is part of the conversation and i am sitting at that table and talk about our passion. In the end we all "just" share the same passion and once talking golf ... we are all one.

[@jvenditti102]

Golf just nearly made me cry and I not anywhere near a course. What a cool story and cool moment. 😢🤯

[@sssandhu78]

One of my enduring memory of majors is Tom Watson's 2009 Open performance when he was almost 60. One of golf's most astounding accomplishment!

[@thomasretallick6228]

Tom made one mistake. On 18 he just hit that 8 iron…too good. I have to admit I cried a little that morning. I love Tom Watson.

[@iamkylevg8035]

both of my grandfathers who have passed away loved tom watson.. this was a great interview

[@mickbarrett3498]

Tom Watson, truly a legend. Always such a gentleman and a scholar of this wonderfully frustrating game. Excellent video Erik, thank you for what you do.

[@michaelhutcheson5897]

Erik do you wake up in the morning and think ‘wow’ how great is my life. You truly live a dream life.

[@malcolmbosanko2007]

I could watch and listen to Tom Watson all day long. A great sportsman, and a true gentleman.

[@onelordbyron]

The look of surprise and childlike joy in your face when Tom Watson puts his arm around you, looks you in the eye, and says, "I'm proud of you, Erik." Gave me the chills.

[@georgesullivan4750]

I’m 74 and with his lessons I can play golf I really love the golf game ❤

[@ag358]

Great shot of exiting the door with tom having his arm around you. Really enjoyed this ty sir.

[@smathe3]

Absolute legend. Watson always treats others as his equal.

[@jamesrussell5312]

Thank you Erik the interview with Tom Watson was epic a true gentleman of the game and my all time golf hero.

[@tomrossini]

Absolutely love this video. Players today do not have this sort of grace and humility. I had the pleasure of caddying in a group at Augusta with Gary Player and it was very much the same. The grace and humanity that players from that era have in unlike anything today. The stories and respect for the game and those that play is unrivaled in my opinion. We need more like Mr Watson!

[@jaybyrne4562]

Mr Watson is an absolute gentleman, I remember being inspired by him when he lost to Stewart Cink. He was so magnanimous in defeat. It inspired me to go to Turnberry and play the course, my daughter was conceived that weekend. Tom Watson, truly changed my life. Thank you Mr Watson.

[@nick8339]

Congrats on the sex!

[@julianclay4611]

My all time golfing hero with one of the finest filmmakers there is..... 2 legends in their respective fields and both in love with this beautiful game. Thank you

[@michaeldelgais8530]

That was a wonderful interview with a legend. Mr. Watson's story telling about his duel with Mr.Nicklaus gave me chills. What a life lesson about respect. Respect for others, the game of golf, and one's self. Learn to accept the bad bounces as well as the good, and never surrender. I appreciate all your content Erik, but you've out done yourself on this one, as an honorary member of The Random Golf Club, we are proud of you...

[@ErieKings]

Sit downs and talking about golf with players that have been there and back , I can watch them all day . Love the content.

[@erich9882]

Fantastic interview, such amazing insight into one of the greatest golf minds ever. Way to get the most out of him, Erik

[@constantinematheos2988]

Great Interview, smart and quick questions without any notes, pulled some great answers out of a golf great

[@rodgalilee7946]

This chat was the epitome of the great game of golf. A relaxing chat between two gentlemen about the game they love, plus the unique experience of links golf and the Open. Many thanks Rod

[@adamsmith1522]

That was beautiful. I’ve got tears in my eyes. Tom is a wonderful man. Massive respect for him. 😎👍

[@richardcunningham5540]

Oh man - this is absolutely your calling in life. To document the great game - the great tournaments, the great personalities. This interview with one of the greatest was humbling and inspiring at the same time. Your natural love and enthusiasm for the history and tradition of golf shows through for every second of the 30-minutes you spend with this remarkable guy. You did great at Winged Foot too. I hope for many more of these sorts of in depth interviews with so many of the legends of the sport. I almost shed a tear when Tom walked off the green with you at the end. What a life experience for you. Respect man.

[@ericschmid3410]

EAL and Team thank you for taking us on your incredible journey with Tom Watson. This interview just leaves you in awe. Once again thank you keep up the great work!

[@mistercal]

I love Tom's knowledge of The Open, go back and Watch Erik's Unofficial/Official Guide to Scotland and one episode in particular goes into detail about The Open, it's like listening to that all over again! Stunning film work and what eloquent speakers. Thank you Erik + Team and thank you Tom ❤️

[@paulpanamarenko]

What an amazing experience. I learned to play watching Lessons of a Lifetime. I rewatch it on almost every long flight I have. Tom is gem!

[@thierrypilette6841]

Awesome interview Erik. And Tom Watson what a gentleman and legend. Truly a great guy.

[@Frits08]

Wonderful interview, well done!

[@27dmayer]

Eric thank you so much for making this video, I play links golf here in the UK (Berwick area) and I totally get what Tom and yourself meant. To play links golf is one of life's great pleasures good score or not.

[@douglasgorsuch7072]

Wow! I’m a new subscriber and this is one of the best interviews I’ve watched. Keep up the great work!

[@evancihon7678]

an incredibly inspiring and undoubtedly intimate moment at the end. Really good.

[@brentcolby7670]

what better way to finish a vlog with tom watson with his arm around you walking off the 18th green. i have always loved watching tom play, with dignity and class. he just proved it here. excellent interview Erik.

[@superguide79]

Erik. This is the best .... most epic episode to date. Loved it. What a humble man he is. Thanx

[@Itsthejourneynotthedestination]

That was just magnificent. As a man in his mid 50s now who has followed the game since a boy Tom is as good as it gets.

[@ngascoigne]

Brilliant. He's a class act.

[@pauldavid22212]

What a fantastic piece of film. Thank you for making it. ♥️

[@jackfarley1348]

This might be the single greatest video I’ve ever seen

[@Justin-jy6vm]

That story at the end and his arm around your shoulder... Absolute chills.

[@tonyshorey3486]

What a great watch/listen. So interesting to listen to such a legendary player.

[@darrenturner8035]

Mr Watson a giant of the game we all love and a idol of mine growing up, Erik great interview I could have listened to Mr Watson speak for hours you now have a treasured memory of walking off the green with his arm around you.

[@Callymac86]

Outstanding piece of film. Look forward to the next ones. 👌🏽👍🏼

[@JagZFeeds]

Absolutely loved this video. I seldom comment on anything on youtube. But this video was truly something special. Reminded me so much of my grandfather, who ultimately was the one who got me into golf. He gave me my first set of clubs when he was getting too old to play. I still think of him every time I go out to play. I love how Erik always shows different perspectives around the game of golf and how the game means different things to different people. This video definitely hit a soft spot with me. Thanks for sharing this!

[@michaelhutcheson5897]

The conversation regarding the belt and claret jug when I realise that you are aware of the story Tom is telling but you still let him tell it, you don’t interrupt, and you are still clearly enthralled by what you are hearing. You are a gent and a pro at interviewing people that you obviously value and appreciate. Your a star. 🌟

[@daddyharry6065]

Priceless.

[@davidtison905]

I love the closing scene as he recounts the finish at Turnberry. A special moment to have him grasp your shoulder showing the respect he had for you at the end.

[@banditbaker1675]

Wow, now I know how Moses must have felt when he came down from the mountain! Undoubtedly the best Golfing interview, thank you

[@tjtaylor7864]

Thank you EAL for you passion and love for the game. Please keep it coming!!! #allarewelcome

[@thetechiegolfer5096]

What a great video. Loved it. Thank you to you both.

[@brianstecklermusic]

So good. What a classy guy.

[@garylucas7050]

What a credit to humanity let alone golf …..got his autograph in the 70’s at the Piccadilly world match play at Wentworth , took a day off school ….happy days

[@FirstResponderGolf]

Being from Kansas City as well Tom is one of my all time favorites for sure. Good stuff here Erik and that is the way to end such a great video.

[@HelloWorldRobnLisa]

Interesting insight from Tom that he was not originally a fan of Link's golf. Even after he had won a couple of Open's, he was still struggling with accepting the bounces and outcomes which come on a Link's course. I would have lost that bet. Wonderful interview, really enjoyed listening to him talk about Golf and how it parallel's life in general.

[@christ.7471]

Great interview. Pure class. Going to look for a TW book to read. Thx EAL.

[@williamkerner]

I grew up playing "Ram Tom Watson Signature Clubs" I remember when he chipped in at Pebble Beach for the win, he was and remains my favorite golfer. Thanks, Tom.

[@xHossTheBossx]

What a class guy, thanks for this Erik

[@Garycoughlan]

a wonderful video.

[@markoj4971]

One of the best golf interviews i've seen!

[@stephenburling3625]

What an absolute gentleman very classy guy. I have Tom’s “Lessons of a lifetime “ videos and some of those stories are on them. I am always referring back to them for ways to play the many shots we need in this game. If you watch and listen to a champion like Tom you won’t go far wrong Great video Erik

[@mitchlowbridge3979]

Just awesome stuff EAL. Thanks a Bunch!

[@KKO24585]

I had a chance to hold the scorecard for Tom's 4some at the Phoenix Open in 1996. John Elway was apart of the 4some and absolutely blew Tom away with natural athletic ability. While walking down the 3rd fairway Watson asked Elway, "I see that you have a small limp in your walk". They just laughed at one another and kept walking. It was amazing to see Tom turn it on when Elway was throwing darts on the back 9.

[@dailyresult-merkbaarresult332]

Magical person, what a sports gentleman!

[@Astonishfortnitegameplay]

Love the videos never fail to entertain

[@55bigyin]

What a great interview very insightful..

[@jameshoran8]

It was so sad that he did not win in 2009 at Turnberry. What a career that would have capped off with an Open win. His number six.

[@js33430]

I am so grateful to have had someone like this in my life that I was able to look to for strength, guidance and support. Something about this kind of person... Not perfect, because believe it or not, no one is, but rooted in being the absolute best they can be, and being okay with whatever the result might be. Because knowing you TRULY did your best, was what said the most about you as a person. I see my Grandfather in pieces of my life everyday, and I am eternally grateful to him for many things. Golf only being one of them.

[@cubfan]

Great video Erik. Great to hear Tom speak at length on golf.

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[@Bohdisattva]

Brilliant video!

[@michaelslattery2515]

Superb interview!!!!

[@iandawson9816]

A true gentleman.

[@showcasecharlie11]

Tom is an absolute legend and inspiration. Carries himself with humility, class and dignity. What I wouldn't give to play one round with him after watching him since the early 80s. All of them, Seve, Arnold, Jack, Fuzzy...these new guys are good but I don't see the personality of these legends.

[@andrewgolden8635]

This! Love stuff like this, awesome job!

[@bobsardella2632]

that was an awesome interview

[@PMMeiners]

What a legend this man is 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@h.mflagler356]

Couldn’t ask for a better ending

[@camwill9025]

fantastic

[@bradgroom8231]

Awesome interview.

[@spindles82]

One word for you Erik, "WOW".

[@bgwendler]

Tom losing to Stewart Cink still makes me sad to this day.

[@winstonsmith11]

I like to remember how he struck his drive and his iron on that 72nd hole. Those swings under that pressure were extremely gutsy. Didn't work out for him in the end, but that's golf. That week was legendary.

[@hutzman7664]

Bryce Wendler yes, Cink spoiled the greatest story in the history of golf.

[@mattbown9709]

I'd have loved Tom to win but somehow makes it a greater story.

[@bgwendler]

Matt Bown I’ll never forget when he walked into his press conference and said “hey, this isn’t a funeral you know.” Just always so classy.

[@allanthomson8969]

I was sick as a pig that day. Tom winning the open that day would have had as much gravitas as tiger's emergence. 59 years old winning the open!!! Whats worse is cink disappearing from the world stage afterwards. The wrong man won.

[@shaneferris1043]

He's some man for one man

[@ImSodap0p]

FantASTIC interview. I couldn't have loved this anymore. For future reference please put the camera on a tripod lol. It got a little better around the 10 minute mark, but I can't tell if its a shaky hand, or the shitty video stabilization that youtube offers. Either way when I tried to blow it up real big it felt like I was on a boat. Fantastic video, once in a lifetime opportunity and damn did you knock this out of the park. I'll be watching this again eventually :)

[@willp.6093]

I just ordered some vice golf balls. I’m excited to try them out!

[@cprince7749]

Never thought I'd hear Tom Watson say "mashed potatoes"...

[@mitchschneringer]

Awesome video Erik!

[@michaelhutcheson5897]

Tom Watson is an amazing person. Just a true gent and professional. As a side, please don’t film in front of a window, I really want to see toms expressions and see how he reacts to your great questions.

[@andyturner5820]

Love this...I can't believe that Tom Watson said golf finally became easy for him in 1994! What!? All those majors and he "figured" it out when he was 45 :)