George Knudson vs Stan Leonard 1964 | Shell's Wonderful World of Golf

[@donaldschmidt2990]

In one additional comment, not only was this Knudson's finest putting performance, it was the only time it could be referred to as putting!! His other putting performances in televised matches were so miserable that they totally undermined his tee to green artistry. That he won eight times on tour is a testament to his shotmaking brilliance. The more George Knudson videos of any kind, the better!!

[@TrevorStymie]

Well said Donald. A question I ponder from time to time is just how many wins George would have had with even half-decent putting?

[@admiraltamalak7559]

It's so wonderful to see the players using long irons for their approach shots into a par 4 green. We don't see that anymore in the modern professional game. It's all Driver - Wedge now. Great upload.

[@TrevorStymie]

Great comment. It's a totally different game now. Cheers

[@newnoggin2]

Very true! I lay the complete blame on the USGA. They let the ball and equipment get to a ridiculous point . Playing some of the same courses, some modern pros are hitting the ball the ball 30 to 40 yards farther than Jack Nicklaus. They should be ashamed.

[@zacharyradford5552]

Ashamed of what?

[@Tom-ok2rh]

Yep…sadly the only long irons are now played into par 5s nowadays

[@tomchaperon1081]

Yeah my longest iron is a 6-iron the rest are all hybrids😃

[@grantstevens4633]

i watched this series every sunday when i was a small kid. there are so few of these that are watchable any more. thank you for putting this on the net. it was a unique series because they literally played courses from all over the world. i'm always amazed at how much slower the greens were back then. now, the technology of the clubs and balls used overpower classic courses like this one. a shame. again, my thanks for making this match available to us. be well.

[@thuggeetennessee7981]

George, what a swing,! Stan too. Just fantastic. This is great, thanks Trevor

[@fleurko]

that 3 iron shot at 7:25 was absolute butter. (Edit: had tee shot yards initially but was corrected)

[@TrevorStymie]

Agreed.

[@chrisbeeton9903]

265 was the tee shot.

[@fleurko]

@@chrisbeeton9903ah you’re right I missed that part. Thought he was describing the approach. Even still an immaculate swing

[@JimSweeney-rf4lm]

3 iron from about 170 yards!

[@Officialtheslimer]

Thanks so much for sharing this video! Been looking for the full version for a long time.

[@TrevorStymie]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PaulWilliams-ls2nx]

Imperious offering, thanks. The modern game 60 years later is all sizzle and the same sausage.

[@JimSweeney-rf4lm]

I worked for Mr. Leonard at the Desert Island CC in Rancho Mirage, CA in 1975 and 1976. I remember him as a nice man who demanded a good work ethic and great customer service. I really didn't know about his achievements, but he did help me with my golf. It's been interesting, over the years, to learn more about his career. Thank you for posting this video.

[@poocrayon4588]

Thanks for the upload, always love to see new (old) shell matches and this course is stunning. Knudson is a great player to watch as well. Both guys on fire for a stretch.

[@TrevorStymie]

It is truly a beautiful course. I appreciate your comment. Cheers my friend

[@RaysDad]

This has got to be one of the best matches ever!

[@TrevorStymie]

Agreed my friend!

[@derekblankenship6079]

Canada is wild.... @8:30 a wolf just casually walks out behind the pedestrians lol

[@tomchaperon1081]

Yeah I seen that too crazy😃

[@vic1474]

Really admire your channel and content. I notice Performance Golf personalities keep name dropping George Knudson and Moe Norman trying to link their sales pitches to these legends. Not very convinced by PG's authenticity but I'm sure Knudson and Norman would enjoy watching your channel and the authenticity of it's content. Keep up the good work.

[@alpistor]

Wonderful! thanks.

[@TrevorStymie]

Cheers!

[@donaldschmidt2990]

To comment further, Knudson played the par fives in five under par!! This is a perfect example of what an artist the sweet swinging Canadian was. George Knudson's swing had to be top five all time. And he was an even greater striker of the ball. Like Hogan, Knudson was calable of incredibke rounds when the blade cooperated.

[@stephenkaake7016]

8:28 a wolf wanders in

[@alydar21]

Thought I'd seen them all, but wow was i wrong! Saved for multiple views for friends. Hitting 2 irons, 4 woods etc...did they ever show or comment on the balls being used other than they were the American size? I also liked lumber video!

[@Jake-xu1ts]

The year I was born , 59 years ago … wow!

[@sharoebiii]

Nice video

[@TrevorStymie]

Cheers

[@rekababa6671]

luv watching Stan slap the putt with his right wrist like Casper & Palmer....another era 👍

[@TrevorStymie]

Indeed, it is a different time. Thanks for the comment.

[@jacktattis]

Different greens back then and I do not think they had stint meters Better ball manipulators back then .

[@johnnyguerrero5460]

these guys could putt. enjoyed the match.

[@JimSweeney-rf4lm]

Capilano- like many of Canada's best course, designed but the great Stanley Thompson.

[@hanspaolo10]

what's infamous about it?

[@thegolflibrary7322]

I have a good copy if you’d like me to post. You mentioned the second half has quality issues.

[@donaldschmidt2990]

Much like Ben Hogan in the Shells World of golf matchup with his great rival Sam Snead. Knudson was his usual phenomenal self from tee to green. Only this time, he renembered his putter!! Had Knudson been even a decent putter, he would have been an all time great. This match shows how incredible he could have been with all facets working. YES, HE WAS THAT GREAT A BALL STRIKER. Its a treat to watch this artist at work. Bravo, Trevor Stymie!!

[@TrevorStymie]

Well said Donald! Appreciate the comment.

[@jacktattis]

IIn think Stan Leonard won the Canada Cup singles way back

[@rangepro]

George Knudson>>>>Set on a shaft plane and at impact HE returned it right back to the same shaft plane! making him a single planer!!

[@user-qe2ps9vm9o]

Just realized we don't need the new drivers out there.

[@jacktattis]

We do not and at the prices they charge it is highway robbery