We Surprised Stuart *Twice* at The Old Course St. Andrews // Scotland Ep. 8

[@19rovic74]

EAL, simply put, the best bit of footage you've created, ever. This episode encapsulates the friendship of golf, the fun, the laughs and the discovery. Simply delightful 27 minutes and 59 seconds of film. I, and others, salute you.

[@neonwest999]

Hi We're Neon West our song "Brother" which is featured at the conclusion is now actually out! ttps://open.spotify.com/album/3yZrWpt1OWI78xzT2Hpge9?si=QRecqYqPS5GEhM7uJJ42Ag

[@WhatsInside]

How does this video not have more views. Incredible.

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

🙌🏻

[@leepurvis3733]

Loved this video what a top man Rob is giving a bloke he does not know possibly one of the best days of his life with his dad.

[@quinnreilly7681]

Rob is all class. What a great host, and ambassador for American expats.

[@matt-lang]

Rob doesn't know any of these guys and pulled the craziest bro move ever to make this happen. Unreal video, was smiling the whole time!

[@DGRADE11]

Every year come back and watch this video! This whole Scotland series easily best on YT

[@therealjustjosh2915]

I smiled from the second this video started, it ended 20 minutes ago, and all I can do is sit back in my chair and continue to smile. This twenty-seven minute and fifty-nine-second long video says everything that golf is to me. I can only hope and wonder that I am not alone when I say that this is what the game is truly about. If and/or when our paths ever cross, I will be thanking you for this moment and this feeling that this feature has given not only myself but everyone that knows what it's like to not be able to explain their true love that comes from the flight of a tiny white ball. -Cheers, TheJustjosH

[@jonesporty]

Never managed to play The OC with my dad before it was too late, dunno how many times we stood at that fence when I was a kid watching folk play 18. This sings to my soul in a way I didn't know was possible.

[@richardchristie2199]

I feel this big time, mate.

[@cren1676]

So much joy in this episode, puts a smile on anyone's face.

[@movick42]

This one never gets old. Thank you for creating and sharing the joy of friendship and this beautiful game. This is what the world gives you when you do something for someone else. Pure joy.

[@davidhickey8613]

Rob, the guy that put this together for you, is one epic human being. Total stranger helping to build a memory Stu and his dad will never forget. Its so rare as an adult to get to share such a meaningful experience with your parents. Awesome piece of content. Gonna be hard to top this one.

[@shanecoston3561]

I keep coming back to the last 4 minutes of this video a couple times a year. It’s truly one of the best 4 minutes of any golf video on KZbin

[@g0nefishin82]

@ 13:13 "He's gunna blow up"...….say random guy at bar....one of the best lines, this should bring tears to anyone one watches this, call me extra soft, but you guys are true friends if not family now! Keep the good stuff rollin' Erik and crew! second is @ 16:30 Stuart says, "my nerves are shot to shit!!!" lol just awesome....felt like I was there

[@EvanPT]

This has to win some kind of award. 🥇 Everything about it is amazing and perfect. 💯🔥 Tears in my eyes 👀 and a 😊 on my face. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@chrismayor5147]

Eric, Tina Turner moment, Simply the best! You have out done yourself. I started pulling my grandad S trolley when I was 8, his friends asked who the little boy was. He was playing with my Dad. So, I was made to play golf at 13, so we could play as Grandad, Dad and Son. That's how I started. Just persuaded my Dad, to play one more year, again. He is nearly 89, so I am not sure how many rounds we have left together. Have known for a while I have to treasure every one.

[@adamcooke969]

Imagine if Stuart had aced 8 or 11, he'd have just melted there and then! 15:15 when he drops to his knees still has me in tears

[@jessewaddell5510]

Just watched this video, on my late fathers birthday, and absolutely bawled as my dad and I both shared a love for golf. Good on you for arrangeing something so cool.

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Happy Birthday to your late father, wish he coulda seen this with ya.

[@jessewaddell5510]

Much appreciated. Absolutely fantastic video.

[@winstonsmith11]

@James Fondren I'm sorry.

[@gooddeedsbeatbad2625]

@James Fondren sorry to hear of your fate of being born to a dad like that. Few of my mates endured the same. Hope your enjoying the wee simple beautiful moments in life like these vlogs. Wish you contentment & nice moments.

[@trevourmccartney9395]

Erik, your channel is seriously on another level. It's not just a golf channel, its life, love, friendships and a little golf sprinkled amongst every episode. You sir, are absolute class mate. I called my wife the other day "my guy" without even thinking about it. You have got me and so many other hooked on you and your "story" You're changing lives for the better with every video. If you ever make a "my guy" shirt, please put one on hold for me before they sell out. Cheers pal

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

hhahaah made us all lol today on the podcast set at riviera

[@stephensweeney1593]

Erik Anders Lang, absolutely no words could describe the overwhelming emotions and elation that your videography brings a viewer when Stuart first sees his father. For every son that grew up golfing with his father, this is a dream come true. Hats off to you for making that happen for your friend and his father. Your are truly a very special and compassionate man. Keep up all the great work, you are becoming a great advocate for the game of golf and all of which it is meant to represent. Proud, is the only word I can imagine of how all of your subscribers and viewers think of you at this very moment.

[@brianstecklermusic]

Man. Grin for 30 mins straight. Teeing off on 18 as the sun sets... "epic" is not an overstatement like it usually is.

[@jakethaxton2387]

Holy shit that Rolex visor is extra pure

[@bengoodly5433]

So I had to see the moment that Stuart found out that he's playing the Old Course and the moment that he saw his dad so I kinda skipped the first 10 minutes of the video, and then went back and watched them after I finished the video... And just as I suspected I teared up just at Stuart and his dad saw each other and embraced one another. Awesome video guys! Erik, Colt, Cristian, and everybody else! Really just awesome.

[@DodderingOldMan]

This is so good... this is what KZbin is so good for, taking part in the candid, unadulterated joy of people I'll never meet, who will never know my name, but with whom I share a common bond.

[@montymcintyre]

I love how you surprised Stuart twice and give him and his dad the gift of their lives to be able to play the Old Course together! I got to do that with my dad in 2006 and while my dad is still alive it is an experience I will cherish forever. Well done Erik!

[@graememccaig5958]

When he ran into his dad 😭 awesome video 👏

[@jeremykooyer7036]

This episode....the history, Stuart's double surprise, his reaction to both surprises...my favorite golf vlog bar none! Putting myself in Stuart's shoes, I feel like I could call it a good life, done...complete...pass away peacefully in my sleep that night, with a smile on my face.

[@marcogolfs]

The feels man... the feels! This video has made me reflect on all the rounds I have had with my father and appreciate them that much more. Made me eager for the ones we have yet to play. And, now having a son of my own, made me look forward to the day I can share this game with him and hopefully have him one day be in the same shoes I am in at this moment. Easily my favorite episode of this series so far. Going to be a tough one to top for sure! Thanks Erik!

[@mrjay2413]

The Gods of Golf are forever in your debt, Erik Touching, inspirational, and most of all, friendship at its finest

[@davidcaro2632]

No one tells a golf story better. Another great job. I lost my dad over six years ago. He introduced me to the game. I'd get a phone call every so often about how he had "finally figured it out" (meaning his golf swing). Couldn't help but let the emotions flow as I watched this. Thanks to you and your team for what you do.

[@dustintitterington1856]

My wife doesn’t normally pay any attention to the golf videos I watch. However, I watched this as we ate lunch today and she not only watched it with me me but loved it! Fantastic, thank you!

[@Winstonwalks]

Yeah, I cried. Thanks Erik

[@asmoncrief]

When this content finally gets recognized for awards, this is winning! Thank you team EAL for consistently progressing golf. I've forwarded this to 30 friends who aren't golfers. Loved it! #tears

[@KillerRob2408]

I don't think there's a channel out there that makes me smile as much as this one. Thank you, Erik

[@ethanthaut9227]

So much emotion in this beautiful video. I seriously can't get enough of this channel.

[@kelanlong5472]

Never thought that a golf video would make me cry. Probably the most beautiful video I’ve ever watched

[@willcool4835]

Erik, I don’t know what to say. This video is easily one of the best golf videos. Period. I have shed multiple tears. The audio, the feels, and the cinematography are amazing. Love you Erik!

[@drewchandonnet4469]

Absolutely cried my eyes out. Great video. Lost my father to cancer about 4 years ago, had a extremely strong bond through golf. Wished we could have played this together at some point in his life. Thanks for sharing this moment. I know I’m late to the video but keep up the great content.

[@SurprizedDaily]

Epic footage right here from the second it starts to the second it finishes! I felt the emotions all the way to the soul, especially when that fantastic tune from 17 through 18 and finish was playing! Sooner we all realize we are indeed brothers and sisters, the better place the world and we all will truly be! When Rob said, "I feel like I've been waiting 500 years to play the old course", that resonated deeply here! I'd love to spend an entire spring, summer and fall over there playing as many of the great old courses as I could, with St. Andrews at the top of that list! You all demonstrated right here exactly what true brothers we all are indeed! Shout out to every one of you and a big hug for being real brothers, what it's all about, no doubt about it!

[@dbollenbach901]

I have a one and a half year old son, and this just inspires me to no end. Thank you, EAL. You're unbelievable.

[@brenton-ford]

This video deserves millions of views. This is what golf is about. EAL, Stu, Colt and Hafe 👏👏👏 amazing job!

[@richardchristie2199]

The best video on KZbin hands down! So happy for Stuart getting to play the Old Course with his old man, something I wish I could have done.

[@roberthind3394]

Golf, friendships formed, the laughter, the banter, the happines. What a wonderful game. Best wishes to you all.

[@nickmarasco9681]

The best golf video Ive ever seen Erik, that surprise had all the viewers in their feels. Great work

[@webbemerson]

My checks hurt because i have smiled and laughed the entire episode. Great work and what an awesome gift for a friend and his dad. Truly special.

[@kylezeigler8601]

Erik, this is one of the most captivating youtube videos that one could possibly find. I am in awe of your ability to take care of all of the aspects of the traveling and still have time to do things as selfless and thoughtful as this. What a beautiful course, what a beautiful friendship, and what a beautiful set of memories. You capture memories like no other, and who can ask for much more than making memories like that with the people you love?

[@darsfc1]

Anyone know the song at the end? Phenomenal video. Erik and the crew are wonderful. Song is perfection.

[@prestonhammontree9630]

I was hoping for the same info. Couldn’t find the song anywhere. Please help.

[@kingcurtisis]

"It's the power of the world...." "It really is, you can do whatever you want."

[@BBennettsWorld]

I hope this video BLOWS UP! What a place, what a story, what a guy. Great video EAL

[@eddiesmith6929]

This might be the greatest KZbin video ever. This is the best bits of humanity coming together for 28 minutes of greatness. I love St Andrews, now like every other video you've put on here - I want to go there now, like this instant.

[@tacrispy]

Best golf video on KZbin man. All I can say after going to Scotland and playing old course , muirfield, etc last year, its magic. This is what it’s about man. Love your work Erik

[@carlshipsky5221]

i've seen it 15-20 times .... and have cried each time.... thank you !

[@therandomguy519]

The way Stuart goes "what are you doing here" is one of the most Scottish reactions I've seen.

[@SamI-gl6tj]

This is a masterpiece. A piece done in fiction couldn’t create the beauty and emotion of this short. The fact that content like this exists on KZbin is tremendous. Who knows if I’ll ever have the opportunity to play the OC. I definitely won’t do it with my dad. But watching Stu do it with his dad makes it feel so real. Erik, you are an incredible film maker. I love the channel. Keep up the great work. I’ll be watching this again when my game sucks or when I miss my friends (and especially my dad).

[@johnzelenjak]

This is my favourite golf thing on youtube. This is what it is all about and this is why I play. Thanks Erik, you are having such an impact on the game you may never truly realise. Thank you.

[@PbD187]

This truly captures the spirit of golf, friendship and history of the game. Well done! Memories of my own golf experience at The Old Course 8 years ago came flooding back. I almost cried on the first tee, certainly had watery eyes for like 3 holes. I got to experience it with my father and mother, truly a day that we will always talk about and relive for the rest of our lives. We had a pint at the Dunvegan after the round. One of the best days of my life.

[@johnward7400]

Erik, that was an amazing thing you all organised for Stuart. Great video.

[@houstonharris231]

I’ve never seen anything that embodies every reason I love this sport as well as this video. So cool erik

[@MrPCrawford1]

What a beautiful piece of film. Friendship, father/son, and the home of golf in a sunset. I doff my cap to all. Erik, Stuart paid you the greatest of Scottish compliments. "Your such a dick" 👏

[@thomasosborne501]

Absolutely beautiful. I know I am late to finding this gem, has to be the best episodes of youtube golf non-sense that has ever been created. Hit all of those warm feeling dopamine receptors in my brain. I lost my dad 6 years ago and only started playing golf again last year, we used to play all the time and there has to be nothing like those shared memories and cheeky pints afterwards while dissecting around. Thanks for an episode that really reminded me of those days.

[@austinbrown6440]

I love the moment between Rob and Erik at 16:07. The bond created by doing something good for others.

[@jeffturner1774]

I think I have a new favorite EAL video ever. Not many golf videos can strike a feeling and connect like this. Well Done.

[@En5an3]

Erik you're an absolute inspiration to all of us. Much praise

[@coloradokid6807]

Greatest golf video I have ever watched. Captures everything golf means to me. Family, friends, shared experiences and living the best life without regrets.

[@chrismitchell5496]

Wow... If someone wants to know why golf is awesome.. this is the only channel to watch.. Well done EAL... Well done..

[@cd06tgc79]

You are the best guy in golf. The coolest, the funniest, arguably the most relatable... this is why me, and your subscribers, keep coming back for more. Top man, Erik :-)

[@roothartarchitect3297]

I love it; golf, adventure, camaraderie, drones and landscapes with beatiful spherical music

[@kyledyle89]

I am a college kid who is a golf addict and I gotta say your life motivates me and I aspire to live a life like this. Thanks for everything Eric!

[@kevinmyatt2644]

One of the best videos put out. I was there about a month before you guys (late June), with my brother who is stationed in Germany. Was a year long process, but man, was it worth the wait! Coming from the States to meet my brother to play The Old Course. Lifetime memory. Got up at 2 AM, got 4th and 5th in line and got a spot. Still to this day one of the best days of golf I've ever had. Thanks for all the work you put in Erik.

[@pooter9838]

I think ive watched this 10 times and you'll probably never see this but thank you for these videos. You've changed the way i've looked at golf and now my father and I are playing more than we ever have. Appreciate you EAL

[@tafkamberlin]

Erik, best episode ever! Was close to tears many times and specially the ending with that awesome music below was simply amazing! This is what Golf is all about! Friendship, fun and emotions, and not about status symbols! Thank you so much. And all the best from cold and windy Berlin, Germany!

[@allybrough]

'What are you dain here' hahaha his Scottish leaking out. Love it

[@calumtom17]

Probably the best golf video I’ve ever watched. Even if that video hadn’t been filmed at the old course it still would have been fantastic but to see father and son have that day together. Golf can’t get better than that

[@rctwins7913]

My twin brother and I make rc planes together and relive parts of that history and sometimes cry over the energy of those old old thoughts, I also love the game, this is pure love for another, rather selfless, what old and rich thoughts you must of all had,....................lovely

[@douglasfrankart9863]

Without a doubt one of the most beautiful and poetic KZbin videos on the entire platform. Just the way you were able to tell the stories of a father and son reuniting, a few friends playing golf, and how strangers can sometimes become the best of friends all with one round of golf is amazing to me. Maybe that is just the magic of the Old Course. Amazing.

[@scottsmith8546]

That was absolutely awesome! This was by far the best golf/people video ever! You're a great man Erik, thank you very much.

[@nicolai7840]

This is the best episode, I've seen on youtube, and television about golf, seeing your friend getting emotional about getting to play has dream course, is the best thing ever, and getting to play it, with his father, was the icing on the cake, all this, comes from someone, who has only bin into golf for 1 1,2 year ❤

[@marcocepek]

there is no content more wholesome than this. Golf is a hell of a game.

[@P3akyB]

Watching in 2021! Sublime video

[@brentp1630]

Ever since I got back into golf since a 10 year hiatus, I fell in love with it all over again watching legendary games on the Old Course. Thanks for sharing, hope to make my own memories there one day.

[@liquidlegal]

The most enjoyable 28 minutes on KZbin. That was exactly what I hoped it would be and then some.

[@marcusbutticus41]

Love these boys - you bring so much joys to us golfers that can't go out and play because its middle of winter in the northern hemisphere. Grinning ear to ear!

[@JoHNSmith-fh3vf]

Since I was 12 now 41 I've loved golf. My Dad got me into golf he's now 81 I've recently mentioned to him about maybe going to play Old course. He said that's a good idea let's do it. I've looked in golf packages and airline tickets and see that it might be something achievable. Until this afternoon while still looking in to finding out more how to get to play the course and speaking to a golf travel agent just getting quotes nothing more my wife went of the deep end and shut down any idea of ever going there to play. I'm truly broken hearted and depressed the only the helped me cheer up a little was watching this video. Thanks Mr Lang. Atleast I get to see this video and watch Stuart enjoy it with his Dad.

[@benmonroe_the_1]

Moments like these are why we play golf. I’ve yet to get to visit Scotland & play The Old Course, but it’s my dream. One day I’ll make it happen. Awesome video EAL & team!

[@bret7917]

Amazing! I lost my Dad in 2014 to cancer, so seeing this makes me miss the memories my Dad and I had on the golf course throughout the years! EAL, that is a very cool thing you did for for Stuart and his Dad! A memory that the both of them will cherish forever! Nice work!

[@jasonoreilly5079]

That was special, absolutely special. I live 15,000km away from my Dad and I miss playing with him everyday. Nothing beats being out on the course with my Dad. Great video

[@douglasstockinger6826]

I've watched this a dozen times and it still gets me! Best golf video on the net. And the best part isnt even about golf!!

[@rubenarriaga6244]

sittinng here at the dr. waiting for good news. this pops up. i played a round of golf with my dad before hand trying to get the good juju flowin. This episode made me think of some of my best and worst golf experiences with my father. Eric your such a good friend, to them together on one the holiest grounds of golf. made my day thank you.🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️⛳

[@graemewilson960]

Quite simply one of the funniest and most heart-warming videos I have ever seen. Stood at the fence at 18 many a time, walked part of the course but have never played it ... yet! When that day comes I would wish to play it in the company of friends and in the atmosphere of love, fun and reverence that this video so wonderfully reveals. Truly outstanding work!

[@jackedmonson4410]

What a great video - such genuine joy and happiness coming from all of you, really special. I was lucky enough to play with some friends after getting in through the lottery.... was 2014, and we submitted our entry the day before our flights over to the UK, gunning for the day after we arrived... and upon landing I checked my email, and got the amazing news that we were awarded a fourball the next day... a moment, and a round I will never forget.

[@billyfairbank]

20:20 THAT TIGER IMPRESSION! lol Spot on!

[@KABLE_i9]

This is simply incredible Erik this is what golf is about. You just feel it on a different level and if us as fans are able to pick that up through a video it must have been out of this world to actually be there. Thank you for posting this!

[@ericanderson2487]

Easily your best video..this is what golf is right here

[@chrislee7704]

This is amazing guys. Just spent some time in the UK and was lucky enough to play a few dream courses with my cousin who I play with most often and this video captures so well the excitement and joy golf with your mates in an epic setting can provide. Made all the more excellent with the surprise of Stuart's dad, seriously cool moment alot of parents and kids would love to be a part of. Cheers!

[@brumfiba]

This is wholesome content. My heart rate was legitimately elevated waiting to see what he'd do when he saw his dad. Amazing

[@brumfiba]

Reminds me of when my wife flew my brother to Hawaii without me knowing, and I didn't figure it out until I opened the trunk at the airport to load our bags and he was there waiting. I think I said "what the fuck are you doing here?!".

[@33md]

Amazing. Massive thumbs up, this is what life is all about. Those moments.

[@brendanzinck4461]

This might be the best video on KZbin

[@JAL10101]

I truthfully was brought to tears by Stu and his dad. That level of happiness is unimaginable

[@anthonyhubnik6175]

One of the best things I’ve seen in a long time! I started crying three times out of pure joy once again thank you EAL

[@stefan8915]

I've been trying to think of something to comment for ten minutes now, and all I can say is that this is just an incredible piece of art.. Simply beautiful.

[@goaliehenrick]

This is the coolest video on the internet. Props to you EAL, you're an absolute legend, and an amazingly kind person. If you ever want to get back on the Black course in NY, I'll get that sorted.

[@michaellightfoot6800]

Loved this video so much. Everything that is great about golf is captured in these 28 mins. Stu and his Dad - amazing, really touching. St Andrews is such a special place, there is nowhere else like it.