Rick Shiels' brutally HONEST opinion on the 2024 Masters Championship!

[@RickShielsGolfShow]

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[@rdbrook100]

Viewing figures are down because people are watching on alegal fire sticks😂

[@ladgolf6330]

Sent you a small donation over Rick. What a great cause. It was us - my step daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumour when she was 8 years old, we watched her go through various surgeries and god knows how many MRI scans - even a a trip to Oklahoma when she was 13 for Proton Beam Therapy. Unfortunately when we returned she was then diagnosed with Leukemia - unrelated to her brain tumour, and during her intense treatment for that - further brain and spinal tumours we're detected - it was bleak, and the doctors and Macmillan nurses were preparing us for the worse. Thankfully, she fought, and overcame, and last year got married - it was a special day. I know parents that weren't so fortunate, and I've been to the funerals. 😥 It's amazing who steps up and who steps away when you find yourselves going through a tough time - we had great support from people close to us and some not so close, but even then there were gaps that could have been filled - You've picked an absolutely cause to support here. 🙏

[@ryanrichardson9915]

It was a close tournament until the back-9 on Sunday! Scheffler went on a heater and won the tournament. This was a master class on how to put your foot on the throat and go win a major. On a course where there is a double around every corner, it was amazing to watch.

[@evanpaulsmithfalconfogolin6147]

Spot on.

[@peaceful671]

My words exactly...

[@12OverThru9]

Scottie scheffler seems like a top guy. Just doesn’t fit the narrative of internet personality in sport like Bryson or doesn’t like golf like brooks. Keeps himself to himself and smashing the ball

[@ignaciomaortua8547]

IMHO this years Masters was EPIC. I love the hard conditions played and the fact that the last day many players had chances to win. Obviously Scottie is amazing

[@A1BASE]

I can’t believe all the people complaining about the end of this masters. Rahm was 4 clear last year. Johnson won by 5 in 2020. You’re all just spoilt as golf fans. ‘I want more excitement and drama. Wah’… You don’t want to watch golf. You want to watch a golf movie.

[@rupertgale537]

Rick sounded a little jet-lagged and he did come across a spoilt young man. Golf isn't a computer game. The Masters is the greatest golf tournament in the world and will always be.

[@trystandavies2469]

It was fucking boring though mate, I'm not completely sure why, but I knew Scottie was going to win it from Saturday onwards. I didn't even watch it till the end

[@jcmoye1]

@@trystandavies2469 bro, but that’s what made it exciting you were witnessing the coming up of one of the greatest golfer since Tiger who is going to dominate the game in years to come, that’s not boring bro😂😂

[@leeschaeffer3209]

Maybe Rick’s pov would be different if he’d had Scheffler appear on the channel?

[@inb4230]

Butthurt tiger woods fans that once again let their DELUSION take over, when they got the expected reality check they hate the player not the game. This are FACTS,scheffler is "boring " because he rag dolled everyone and finishing 27!! strokes back when they expected a win 😭😭,must be tough

[@themackguyverchannel7713]

Ludwig is like the kid who doesn’t realize where he is and is just having a great time and is so relaxed and just playing golf.

[@brandonroome1667]

Chicken Joe esque

[@DaringDan]

Scottie beat Rahm by 20 strokes. That's bonkers. He's an incredible golfer and an even better man. Golf doesn't rule his life. He could have his first kid and not care ever again or he could win 5+ majors. I wouldn't be shocked about either and will always respect this dude.

[@tomjones2056]

Dude is absolutely obsessed with golf. He’s playing a tournament this week while his wife is super pregnant. He’s mad 😂

[@DaringDan]

@@tomjones2056 He also said he'd leave the course at a moment's notice. He'd have left The Master's on Sunday had his wife called. She's not even due for another week or two. TV heads gotta build in that drama.

[@wreckim]

@@tomjones2056 Might as well win another, and then take off a couple of weeks for the baby IMO.

[@stooch66]

It was a tight fight for 63 holes and then Scottie did what the #1 player in the world does. He calmly and efficiently pulled away. And, I thought it was awesome to watch.

[@wreckim]

Well, not Norman. He was #1, and splashed his way to a 78 on Sunday.

[@peaceful671]

Exactly,how he withstood the pressure that most would have collapsed,is a monumental performance... Rick's ridiculous comment of down the middle on the green and two putts of Scheffler,is what every golfer strives for...

[@stooch66]

@@wreckim I mean, it wasn’t meant to be a guarantee. And, Norman was known for struggling with a lead.

[@wreckim]

@@peaceful671 I watched this post a second time, and have come away very disappointed with Rick's comments, and honestly quite ignorant for a man with so much knowledge. He should know, better than most of us, how difficult it is to win a Major, any Major, and especially the Masters on Sunday's back nine....that is just about the ultimate test along with a US Open's final round and the Ryder Cup....those three are not safe with any lead. And it just seems like he's gone out of his way to belittle Scottie's accomplishments. Puzzling and sad really.

[@peaceful671]

@@wreckim agreed completely ignorant comments,just saying I do like Rick but he has let himself down with this....

[@strickstang85]

The crowd roared after he almost holes out on 9. It got everyone’s attention.

[@Simeon-the-Magnificent]

It's a golf tournament not a beauty pageant

[@chevy4x466]

The masters is the masters cuz it always delivers on the back nine. I think they ruined the tournament by having the greens too fast

[@jpm.06]

​@@chevy4x466 everyone's playing on the same greens. It just wasn't close this year because he was too dominant. Not every tournament is gonna end in a playoff hole

[@gdo3510]

The Master’s is great, but it’s definitely a bit of beauty pageant of a tournament and I mean that in the best way.

[@IverKnackerov]

All professional sport is a beauty pageant ……

[@chevy4x466]

@@jpm.06 I don’t think Augusta plays well with length and fast greens. The par 5s didn’t yield eagles or reward getting home in 2. We didn’t get the fun shots on 2 either. 12 needs a redesign, the green is impossible to hit and make a birdie. Unless Augusta makes changes….

[@andreweldridge1236]

Scottie’s style is why many love him. Hes extremely well grounded as a person and he exudes that on the course. It’s inspiring. Nothing boring

[@robertpopper9001]

100 pct agree

[@andreweldridge1236]

@@S7Vmv says the guy with the handle "charlie nice" hahahahahahha

[@tomashehir]

He’s a bot. Just like the majority of the American guys. No character

[@Simeon-the-Magnificent]

​@@S7Vmvhe's definitely what you see is what you get

[@andreweldridge1236]

@@tomashehir you sound like a really pleasant person.

[@TheLegendaryLbuck12]

Rick did you even watch Scottie in round 4😂. He almost holed out for eagle on 9, his play style is far from boring it’s not like he’s playing overly safe on every hole

[@throughmyeyes...]

He was too busy drooling over getting so close to his crush Tiger...

[@e.rortiz2355]

@@throughmyeyes...HAHAHA!

[@sstorey79]

These guys would have really hated Jack Nicklaus in his prime. He always played smart over aggressive

[@Chris54321]

If huge golf fans don't enjoy watching the best player in the world win then golf is in trouble. Likewise, the same huge golf fans aren't impressed when a "no name" wins. Hitting fairways, greens in regulation, and making short putts is the goal. Wanting to see your favorite character hit it in the trees and then make hero shots seems to be what people want. It is what it is.

[@kevjg4889]

I dont understand the criticism of Scottie. He is the in form dominant player right now; fantastic driver, amazing iron play, great short game, steady putter. He is also a down to earth, normal family man. Just because he isn't fist pumping or getting angry, he is boring? Please. I thoroughly enjoyed watching Scottie play, and watching the sheer brilliance. Not an unforgettable masters in the slightest (as a TV spectator).

[@mattsturgess1545]

It’s what’s happens when you become successful in sport -hate comes naturally, it’s what people do If he wasn’t winning, no one would hate him.

[@ianharvey6119]

He turns people off golf. 20% viewers down. That's the criticism. He is boring. Incredibly boring. The most boring sportsman I can think of.

[@kevjg4889]

What an over exaggeration

[@hectorrivera5416]

Lol don’t get it why people see Scottie scheffler this way, bros a great guy and the shots he hits are so impressive and he hits clutch shot after clutch shot. He might not be as animated but his game is exciting. Def not a boring masters just because a guy is so much better than everyone else. Tiger is my number 1 by far but Scottie is filling that void for me for sure

[@ste4392]

His short game is outrageous to be fair, I think it's because he's so good tee to green, that he never looks under pressure. It's lass exciting

[@strickstang85]

Definitely not outrageous. He’s pretty good around the greens. Had 2 hole outs off the green last weekend and I think the ball has a chance in every bunker he’s in.

[@Stingergolf15]

I agree, I grew up watch Tiger and was amazed. But same with Scottie he chipped in on the 1st, almost holes a Eagle, after Aberg stuffed it on 14 he stuffs it closer, makes a Eagle putt from 45ft, drives it a mile, incredible control and use a spin. I think he is so exciting to watch. Down -8 at The Players and goes in Beast mode.

[@hectorrivera5416]

@@Stingergolf15 exactly

[@hectorrivera5416]

@@ste4392 outrageous wtf r you talking about he’s one of the best bunker players and chippers in the game lol. Rory is someone you can classify as outrageous short game right now. His putting is also massively improved

[@joetrigger4538]

Can't take away from Scottie or the tournament because the field couldn't finish. Down the stretch of the tournament everyone wants to win, he maintained and played golf while the rest of the field collapsed... one of my favorite tournaments I've watched and a great show of dominance!

[@TheSimCaptain]

What does Rick want to see? Scotty purposely missing fairways so that he can pull off an amazing recovery shot? Was Tiger doing that? No way, he was trying to hit every fairway. The difference is that Scotty can do it more often. Tiger even admitted that he was always aiming for the centre of the green and that his shots that ended up near a difficult pin were flukes.

[@wreckim]

Nobody won tournaments like Tiger though...nobody. He was a human highlight, on the most difficult sport to do that on.

[@Stingergolf15]

I have never disagreed with Rick before but the take on Scottie is so wrong. - you think he is out and he comes back with a 45ft eagle putt - doesnt lay up rarely - almost made a eagle from 120 - chipped it in from a hard location - drives it a mile - can control shots and spin like a god - was down 8 at The Players and went into beast mode - Aberg stuffs it to 3ft on 14 and scottie puts it to a foot - holes out a bunker shot

[@irongeek7933]

This. His swing is so different as well with that foot work.

[@TheLegendaryLbuck12]

Exactly, not to mention you never know where his feet and hands are going in the swing

[@joshramirez7]

But he is still Scottie, the point is that personality is needed to draw viewership, Scottie never will grow the game like Tiger did.

[@davidt510]

But he's boring. He has the personality of a can of tomato soup.

[@Stingergolf15]

@@joshramirez7 i agree alot of times this happens in Sports when one great was this way its hard to take the next great a different way. Tiger was the best and was electric and so much emotion. Scottie is a dawg and has more of that calm, walk forward approach and I personally think its scary especially as a competitor. My take was more that his game is exciting. I get the personality part. But for some reason I am glued to watching him and I am more of a tiger or jordan on the course when I play 😂

[@nevyn1221]

I think Rick needs to go back and review the Tiger career. There were a LOT of boring wins, where he was near the top into the weekend, he hit stingers and middles of greens, and everyone else blew up trying to catch him. Yes, there are some good signature moments in there, and Scottie has more low key personality too. But the memories are fueled off of volume.

[@jeremiahcole2542]

The scottie hate is getting out of hand

[@turnthree5617]

He's got the skills but lacks the charisma.

[@propjoe1060]

Scheffler is a great champion and a great role model.

[@ericjencson9489]

What Scottie hate?

[@turnthree5617]

@@ericjencson9489 maybe hate is a strong word. He just doesn't seem to draw that much excitement.

[@ericjencson9489]

@turnthree5617 if winning is boring, then so be it.

[@joshwells5921]

I understand why you guys want it to be more dramatic but we have to remember that golf isn't the WWE. It's a competition and sometimes you just have to admire somebody dominating the competition at the highest level. Furthermore, if there was some kind of dramatic finish every tournament than it would lose its value a little bit.

[@fabioharryciavardoni2245]

The viewing figures are probably down because the coverage is shocking. Adverts every 20/25 minutes make it almost impossible to stay and watch.

[@outtakes69]

Not to mention the NAUSEATING Tiger love and constant harping about the massive skills of the players. CBS coverag is so hard to listen to. I do like DOttie Pepper though....

[@A1BASE]

I ended up caving and buying an ESPN+ subscription for the month. Their featured group coverage was actually pretty good until the final day.

[@ianrolfe2779]

Makes u appreciate LIVs coverage

[@MrBensthejet]

The Masters was different because there wasn't a single player in the field that could get near Scottie. What we experienced was mind blowing brilliance that should inspire all golfers. Even my mom was texting me Sunday evening to check who was winning.

[@brandt69420]

Who thought it wasn't exciting? Jesus...Scottie torched that back 9.

[@TheLeedsBoyz]

I was of the opinion that Scottie was boring but I've now done a complete 180 on him. Bizzarely I actually now think that his "boringness" is his interesting and quirky attribute. It's refreshing amongst all the professional golf drama to have someone be so dominant yet also be so composed and fully focused on winning exclusively.

[@Butter007]

I really think Scottie is just trying to win golf tournaments and go back home to his family. That's it. I guess you could say he doesn't really move the needle. For sure a different narrative would be derived if Rickie, Jordan, or Rory were dominating. But, we don't look back on such greats as: Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, Walter Hagen and go, "Those guys didn't move the needle". They won golf tournaments and will have their names forever known.

[@dougperrett332]

Jack Nicklaus went home to his family too...

[@filler118]

Disagree with Rick on the Master. We had 2 days where the wind pushed everyone sideways and some really nice golf played in that wind. I think Scottie pushed it all the way, he had to. Momentum could have changed at any time. And finally, as a Swede this Masters was the highlight for YEARS! Ludvig was just brilliant to watch, and he looked sooo relaxed and chill. Laughing and smiling. I loved to watch this Masters! EDIT: I still want to see all the 18 hats 😄

[@leonardricketts5129]

Very harsh imo. Scottie is looking like he could easily win 6+ majors, which would make this tournament age very well. Just love seeing such a great player in his pomp.

[@jacko6597]

It’s Scottie’s consistency and lack of unpredictability that not only meant he was the one not to find the water in the final round, but also it allows us mere mortals to appreciate how easy he makes a difficult game look

[@bjchid1]

The reason some feel that it was boring is that LIV has done a good job of selling the lie that they have all the best players. So when they show up and their best player finishes 9 shots behind, their lie is exposed, and the people that bought into it were left very disappointed.

[@xcvbxcvb2179]

This masters was about Ludvig Åberg. What a debute!

[@ryantunna]

Fully agree with Rick about Tiger showing the injuries as soon as he starts playing badly. It’s super obvious.

[@irongeek7933]

I am older than Rick, but I feel like Rick is a typical fan who hates the passing of the guard. Rick is stuck on Tiger. Scottie is the dominating golfer currently.

[@joshramirez7]

Scottie will never draw the numbers or viewership that Tiger did. Tiger moved the needle, Scottie just never will for many reasons .

[@michaelallen2501]

​@joshramirez7 you're not wrong. But nobody else on tour is half as exciting as Tiger either.

[@ericjencson9489]

Nobody will ever do for the growth of the game than Tiger did. Today's golfers and generations of golfers to come will benefit from what Tiger did to grow the game.

[@Real28]

​@@ericjencson9489 This. That was a once in a lifetime event. Those of us who lived through it, were fortunate. But we have to be thankful the game got bigger.

[@MercLazarus]

No, he's just boring

[@jeh5150]

It's a sporting competition, not a gimmicked TV show fortunately.

[@ste4392]

Thought the Masters was brilliant, until everyone blew up, but even that was an exciting run. Good to see Tommy playing well, hopefully he gets a win under his belt soon. I get it with Scottie, but he's a brilliant golfer, seems a good bloke and the beard has done wonders for him

[@underthetrees4780]

The early days weather was absolutely exciting, great to see the Masters won at -11, not -21.

[@jpm.06]

Rick, I love you, but you can't call Scottie's brilliance boring. He's now the face of golf so you should get used to it. I don't find Scottie boring at all! And you kind of came across a little spoilt and slightly unappreciative this time for an experience 99% of people won't ever get, which I'm sure you weren't meaning to, but it was just an observation

[@chrislaing8444]

This is the maddest critique ever. Is Rick saying Scottie is too consistent? The next time I have a lesson, I’ll be asking for more inconsistency to make golf more interesting. 🤣🤣

[@allforgodsake8668]

Agreed. This episode was just irresponsible and offensive to Golf. We literally watch his "break 75" episodes then watch him hit mid 80s lol do we call it boring?

[@RobPickles]

He's not exciting to watch though is he? Like watching Mark Selby play golf.

[@RobPickles]

​@allforgodsake8668 Rick's got a great personality, though and he's fun to watch.

[@chrislaing8444]

Sometimes you need a good dance partner. If Aberg won by one, they wouldn’t have called him boring. It’s not Scottie’s fault the competition isn’t able to keep up.

[@SirSendys]

Scotty's approach shot on 9 through the last putt on the 18th green was the most captivating display of discipline I think I've ever seen. Ludvig's effort on Sunday should also be noted. I got to watch Tiger and Vijay both make the cut. If you forget about this Master's you're doing yourself an insane disservice. Unless you're just having trouble admitting you don't like seeing Scotty play as well as he has been. Perhaps it's that Scotty hasn't broken 72 this year, but on the other hand neither have you?

[@the_laybacks]

Glad you mentioned Tiger playing up his wincing in pain. My old man has made that claim for years

[@tomdix5167]

I have become Tommy Fleetwood's #1 fan, excellent golfer and a real person.

[@tonyweymouth3111]

Rick is completely wrong, all about Tiger, get over it, he’s finished. Scheffler when the going got tight he almost holed his 2nd shot at 9 hit it stiff a 14, the others wilted, he stepped up a gear.

[@darrelljohnson9940]

Hi Rick, this is not about the Masters, it’s not even about golf. It’s about a love for Rock and Roll. If you like rock music I have a treat for you. There is a band from Mexico called “ The Warning”. They are three sisters from Monterrey, Mexico and they are touring Europe this month. They are in Germany at the moment and they are going to be in Manchester, April 25th at the Academy 2. If you love or even like rock and roll, you are going to love these girls. So far they have been selling out so hurry and get your tickets. Sorry about the rambling on but these girls are great. Enjoy!🤘🏻

[@piffpete420]

Tigers first 5 years: 24 wins, 5 majors Rory’s first 5 years: 15 wins, 4 majors Spieth’s first 5 years 12 wins, 3 majors Scottie first 5 years: 9 wins, 2 majors Colin’s first 5 years: 7 wins, 2 majors

[@jonesjobe6202]

there's levels to this

[@chrismcdonald6942]

Fact of the matter for viewing figures is that most people don't have network TV and aren't willing to go through the hassle to find a good streaming site.

[@fnherzog]

I haven't watched the masters, but listening to the podcast it seems like it's similar to the evolution of snooker on TV. 20 Years ago and more, there was a lot more "drama" and suspense in a frame, because clearing the table was less common. Now it's like: break off, leave a long red, opponent clears the table, next frame. Maybe the players have become so good, it gets boring to watch (because you get used to seeing perfection)?

[@Chas.F]

Rick sounding really grateful for his FREE trip. As for the Friday episode after this. A self awareness review wouldn’t go a miss

[@slugger7440]

Bold statement, but I agree about Tiger wincing in pain only when he's playing bad.

[@MLMfraser]

Could also be said as he's only playing bad when he is such pain that it makes him wince, and the fact that he is still willing to put himself through that is an incredible thing and a testament to how much he cares about playing.

[@tomjones2056]

You can easily pick the winner. I did and so did many others. My buddy picked aberg. He didn’t win but that’s a legendary pick right there

[@Steve-co1ic]

Older golfers like some older boxers are still living the glory days and it must be hard to finally admit your time as the champ is done

[@MegaTimtheman]

You can't actually think schefflers success is as exciting as tiger's can you?

[@ronswinford4952]

I know that the wind made the two middle rounds really tough this year, but Scottie played a great tourney. He might not be the most exciting player, but to be honest not many of the guys are. I wish Augusta would use some of the other tees through the week. They use the back tees all the time, imagine 13 and 15 back to the "normal" length for Sunday and maybe Friday. The 11th hole is another one that could use a more forward tee, not the members tee, but maybe one of the other tees they have used over the years.

[@mickcox8219]

Very controversial there rick, I nearly pissed myself when you said Tiger gets his hobble on 😂😂😂.....brilliant . ..

[@AlabamaGolfer]

Looking forward to the Golfbidder challenge on Friday!

[@Levin-ey1bu]

Bernard Langer was considered a bore (and beyond slow) as a player. Rumor has it that Langer and Chip Beck are still playing the 1993 Masters.

[@benwood919]

The world was so much better without phones ❤

[@stompingpeak2043]

Nah. Phones are great. Just don't obsess over it 24/7. I just keep it in my pocket most of the time when I'm out. Maybe have something playing in my earbuds but thats it. I remember life without and it was definitely not better

[@MrPorko2c]

lol what a boomer take. The world is a million times better with phones. All the knowledge in the world at my fingertips, able to call anyone when I need to, able to take photos without having to lug around a separate camera. Throw out your phone if you want, but I’ll keep mine thanks.

[@clintlunsford9944]

During the Valspar last weekend my brother-in-law was over and didn't want to watch the tournament cause it wasn't competitive by Sunday. I realized I don't like watching golf for the competition alone, although when its down to the wire it is very exciting. I enjoy watching for exceptional golf... something I'm completely unable to do. That's what was great about this masters. Scotty did what none of us could ever do around that course. And its fantastic to watch in my opinion.

[@mathewdefreitas4510]

I had a blast on Wednesday. Walking the course after about an hour at the par 3 contest changed my entire perspective of the event. I will never forget the 2024 Masters. Beam me up, Scottie! Way to go.

[@sundarcg11]

What you mean is. “I think Scottie is morning because the other contenders makes mistakes while he sticks approach shots to kick in birds”

[@howardkennerley4679]

Scottie is the most complete golfer at the mo , and a nice person , Tiger was all about winning , Doubt he'll play after this season , all good things come to an end

[@gretelroberts587]

I agree with you about the impact lengthening 13 and 15 has had on the Masters. Keep up the good work.

[@matthewkirkwood115]

Scottie’s style of dominance is exciting. As a golfer (very average golfer) to see a top player play clutch shot after clutch shot when under the pressure - is so impressive. I love Tiger - and watching him win the masters in 05 was absolutely insane, a memory for life. But he bogeyed 17 and 18 after his 16 chip in. It was so anxiety inducing! You want your favourites to win and to demonstrate why they’re so good. Scottie has it, and he’s better for the heart rate.

[@CJAnderson]

Hello Guy and Rick. Loved the latest Golfbidder Challenge and it sent me back thorough the archives to revisit this great content through the ages. In the 2017 both Rick and Peter (allegedly) came in at exactly 500 pounds for their selections. I think this should become a requirement in future challenges. You must spend exactly 500, and every pound over or under represents a mulligan your opponent receives in the match.

[@joshgunton2094]

Yeah agree with guy great masters! We are in the Scheffler era of dominance now

[@nyamusa8159]

I found Scotties poise as he comes down the stretch just as exciting as any finish. To see the other contenders collapse under the pressure but to see Scottie be undeniable is so fun to watch.

[@landar2372]

Do you think anything can be done for people like me who apply for the lottery every year but NEVER get it. I just want to go for one day, to experience Augusta. It feels impossible and being a public servant, it would be a real treat.

[@johnmac333]

Never liked Woods myself , but love what Scheffler is doing . The mental strength to follow his Masters win with the RBC was off the charts ! Aberg has a phenomenal swing and will win some big ones - what a putter !

[@mattmauk]

I really enjoyed the Masters this year. I liked the narrative with Scottie dominating golf, PGA vs LIV, Scotties wife being pregnant, Tiger Woods playing well at the start, Verne Lundquist last broadcast, Max Homa and Tommy drawing attention. And the Masters app (IBM) killed it. It was very interactive and user friendly. The camera shots were absolutely stunning. The weather really played a factor with the wind… so watching the athletes being creative was really cool. Oh, and wondering how the heck Bryson De was going to compete with his 3D printed irons. I really enjoyed it.

[@macme2001]

Just a Quickie Rick. I will be more than happy to take one of those hats off of you. Mississippi love ya bro

[@chefdannydesteli]

I think what made the Masters this year exciting for me was the rain,amount of wind, and the greens constantly changing throughout the day. So the course played different almost every day

[@golf007sd2]

This was the 1st time I turned off watching The Masters after the 12th hole. I enjoyed washing my car than seeing the end of The Masters.

[@TheJuzi]

it was great! Electric atmosphere on Saturday!

[@robinhellberg7430]

Ludvig is the future of Swedish golf! Was a blast to finally see a Swede popping off like that, he already made history for us. Its going to exciting to follow him

[@pureaquazz5696]

Hey guys, welcome back to The Glazing Tiger Woods Podcast

[@AndyMusic64]

It was a beautiful afternoon in the east coast of the US. Many of my die hard golf fan neighbors tuned out after the 11th to be outside and play with the kids and hangout with the neighbors.

[@adiejam]

I love watching him - he plays golf how it should be done. World class.

[@tobiasball5225]

Bold comments today. Right on the edge. Appreciate the honesty.

[@Real28]

You cant blame Scottie. He didnt go lights out on the back 9. It was his closest challengers who just blew it. That happens.

[@jarbird83]

Can’t fault Scottie for the lack of drama on the back 9. He kept pressing, which forced everyone else to feel like they have to press, which caused mistakes, and pulls away. That’s what a dominating player does. In fact, when he’s on a leaderboard, he’s having that inevitable effect, making everyone feel like that have to be perfect to win, and playing outside of themselves. That’s the most Tiger-like thing about him. But he’s much more of a Palmer/Nicklaus in personal makeup. Best of both worlds.

[@thewristinjury]

Add the chapters back please

[@fredlarke3806]

Re Tiger, he finished the second round, after 23 holes and a wind storm, at only +1 ; then he lost it on Sat & Sun. I think that's impressive and encouraging for next year after his body has had another year to heal.

[@kileypaet8221]

My take on your Tiger rant. 1)The fact that he’s not drawing the massive crowds, like he used to, is a good thing. This means that golf can move forward without him. Let’s be honest, for a while it was looking like Tour golf would lose a TON of interest if he would no longer play. 2) He finished dead last, but he actually finished all 4 rounds. That is a positive,if you’re a Tiger fan, because he hasn’t even been doing that lately. 3) I also think he could win again. Obviously it hugely depends on his health.( not his game; it’s still good enough) This is why my second point is a positive. It shows improvement on his stamina. If( big if) he can continue to improve in that direction, he will win again.

[@jamessala10]

No one complained about tiger smashing folks at pebble or his insane run of play for 15+ years , that wasn’t boring at all, and neither is this latest run by Scottie. What feels boring is the best players playing in 2 separate leagues and cheapening each comp. Scheffler is a player we will look back at and be amazed at what he accomplished on this run right now. Love the show, vids.

[@IainBoyd-zd8st]

Re Tiger: They should have a “Masters Masters”, a two day 6 hole comp for the past champions who have retired from the main event. They could host it on Tuesday and Wednesday. I think people would love to see some of the older guys play.

[@francissampson]

How excited do you expect the crowd to be when Tiger comes off 18 after shooting 82 and 77 over the weekend ?

[@robertsmith4189]

If Tiger remains fit enough to walk majors, when he turns 50 he may play Champions Tour with buggy (as is allowed, I understand) to get missing competitive reps in to tune game without stress on walking, leaving that for the majors.

[@joetrigger4538]

Tiger played more competitive holes Friday than he did all season... I think he gets a few more tournaments in and adjusts to the new reality of his golf game and he will be competing for wins again. A lot of people call augusta the 2nd hardest walk in golf, so he just needs some time to get used to 72 holes during competition again

[@velottatv]

I think the excitement of the final 9 holes was the fact that so many of them had a 'disaster' hole that took them out of contention, such as ball in water, etc. The same thing could have happened to Scotty Scheffler so watching him hang in there and avoid the disasters was the exciting part. Personally, I enjoyed the Masters, from the first tee off to the last putt.

[@ethanlow1489]

Scottie is awesome. Most favorite player I’ve ever watched.

[@brianclark3503]

I thought it was a great tournament. The weather, particularly on the Friday with that wind, had such an effect on the field. Then a weekend where guys surged up to the top then dropped backed - including Scottie - made for some great action. Scottie's Sunday charge had the crowd roaring. DeChambeau's meltdown on Sunday was almost tragic. However, his antics in tearing up that sign post left me thinking the golf course took its revenge on Sunday. Great introduction to Aberg for everyone , especially States-side, who might be wondering who the next big star will be.

[@patrickmcevoy6824]

On viewing figures do dodgy boxes / chipped fire sticks count towards them? Viewing being down might not be an actual indication of lower viewership, but a rebellion against the ridiculous costs involved in watching sporting events

[@OblivionYouTube]

Personalities do improve the quality of watching. I watched this year until Bryson was some what out and then stopped. Nothing wrong with having an incredible golfer playing in one of the best tournaments, but personally I'd rather be watching a dramatic well known personality clash player battle or a known personality rather than someone who hits 18 hole in ones. It's why Rick has more viewers on his KZbin channel than some professionalsd, you enjoy the player first, their game is just extra.

[@BobbyKewley]

Well done Scottie! 👏 He was untouchable. If that's boring, so be it. He got the job done. The others simply weren't good enough.

[@mathewdefreitas4510]

On Wednesday you could only take the founders circle photo between 8-10am. I showed up at like 10:30am and was told the only way to take the pic would be starting Thursday 8-5.

[@ellisboys78]

I have never agreed more with Rick’s opinions than I do with his opinions on today’s podcast. About Scottie, Tiger, this year‘s Masters… Simply couldn’t agree more on every single point.

[@jd1700]

This was the first time I’ve watched a golf tournament. I couldn’t believe how bad the coverage was, it’s like watching a sport in 2004. There were times when no information was on screen, no hole info, amount of shots e.g. Also I don’t understand the camera angles zooming on the ball while it’s in the sky, it’s very difficult to get any perspective on a shot. Maybe I’m just being naive.

[@coffeeandeggs8530]

I agree completely!

[@richardschleenvoigt4374]

The fact that the game was completely open for 3 days and 9 holes, and how we had a 5way tie at -6 day three is just proof that The Masters is the best golf tournament.

[@gregbentley6965]

Rick, since you don’t enjoy the Masters anymore, can I take your place next year in the Mercedes Benz Experience??😂

[@OG_Jack]

The Masters app had all kinds of action on it. They even had CBS' feed. My point is that unless you can measure how many watched on the app, it doesn't matter how much CBS' viewership is down. As a Texan, and Scottie fan, I wish he would have won by ten shots. However, you can't blame him when so many other players were making doubles. Depends on your paradigm, I get it.

[@sangvannarath6059]

It's genuinely irritating for someone who actually got a lucky enough chance to attend for FREE, to say it was forgettable.

[@trystandavies2469]

It was and I don't understand people that say it was a great masters, it was dull.

[@sangvannarath6059]

@trystandavies2469 never cease to amaze me how people CHOOSE to watch something, that they have no obligation to watch, and say it was dull. Turn the channel.

[@neilshayler3119]

Difference between Scottie and Rory is from 150 yds in Scottie is 10 yards closer. Im not fussed with Liv find it a bit dull tbh but given the time BDC has put in YT fair play to him Can see SS doing a clean sweep at the majors hes playing golf as he was but can putt now

[@brucestewart78]

I think you are on spot with tiger making his injuries look worse when he is playing bad and looking like he has no injuries when he's playing perfect.