What really happened at Open Qualifying?

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[@enzy6434]

Why not just try again next year? Why give up? Just try to improve upon your result next year and push for 75 in the qualifier. Take advantage of the years you are physically able to play well, that way you don't look back in a decade or two and wish you had.

[@BOBPERIO2]

Well said!

[@ID0nat3YT]

Bc he doesn't have mental toughness. You can tell by his body language every time he steps onto a course.

[@swardmusic]

100%

[@Kevin-uj4to]

Agreed, most people would love to be good enough to even have a chance to attempt qualifying. Would love to see you give it another go, we enjoy seeing your competitive juices get flowing.

[@dazzlercazzler]

@enzy6434 FYI I DID watch the round as I have most if his video's but at the end of the day on and around the green he's not good enough......I'm not slagging the guy off it's just the truth.....But the way they talk like what could of should of, is comical....most video's I've watched eg 10+ etc....he's been lucky to break 80 so what does that tell you????? Again I've all the respect for Rick as a KZbin golfer and his content but when he talks like he's up there to compete on the tour.....I'm sorry he's not. It's a different level ....totally ⛳️

[@rufussthoo4083]

Great podcast, and signs of self-awareness. Thrilled to hear you will give it another go. @15:25 and the better you are playing, Rick, the better we (well, I at least) enjoy watching. Just saying. I often struggle to watch you struggle, while still trying to produce watch-worthy content. Focus on improving your game (physical and mental) and becoming competitive, and take us along for the ride. That's the content I will enjoy most, and the better you get, the louder I'll cheer 😊.

[@jamesmallin7147]

I missed the self awareness moments. More self gratification.

[@jean-lucdesselle-mm3mv]

We watch these for you mate, regardless of the score the raw and real emotion people relate too.

[@andyrothlisberger947]

Rick, just am reading the 3 principles of outstanding golf. Don't know if you've given it a read but I think you may benefit from it. I think you think too much and attach feelings to your thoughts. Seriously opened up my mind on this stuff and you may get something out of it as well

[@vanzuijlenlaurens]

Rick is a great golfer; and to playing with an audience is not easy; Peter Finch had a simmilar breakdown. In the ideal world i would like to see you playing together on an open tournament. I am sure you both will be playing a better game.

[@Vincent77654]

Just think you could get on the seniors tour one day !

[@k0pite1989]

how do you only hit 2 bad shots but yet score +9?

[@emitleniger2642]

I think you and Guy owe Mr. Peter Finch a bit of an apology for all the flack you gave him last year for continuing trying to participate in Open qualifying now that you want to pick it back up again.

[@robmc198090]

Yes I agree but it won't happen, don't you know Rick is the only KZbin amateur golfer who has came up with all the golfing content on KZbin.................

[@showtime207]

🤢

[@charlied8355]

Yeah, great point, Guy and Rick took the piss out of him for trying, basically saying he had no chance so it was stupid to do, now they are squeezing a bit of content out of it the same way and its a great idea.

[@shanemcevoy5927]

Lol esp Guy. The little weasel Guy years mocking Peter. And sits here praising Rick for a hour. The ultimate yes man.

[@jonnym7926]

I was thinking the same but in fairness it was more Guy. Peter Finchs game has trended so much it's a shame about his final round!

[@kyleseason]

Is it just me or is Ricks voice pitch higher sounding in this video? 🤣 Man took a drop of helium before recording 🤣

[@Drtydeeds]

It’s really bad. Lol

[@yooouuuuu]

Guy as well, something is off with the audio

[@jimbo4311]

@@yooouuuuu Audio is sped up for some odd reason.

[@jimbo4311]

0.95 playback speed sounds better

[@chriscolabella880]

It's been sped up by about 10%

[@dazzlercazzler]

I'm sorry Rick. I've followed you for years now and loved your content as far as reviews of club's etc ........but come on.....seriously??? I play regularly with young player's of 13, 14 15 yrs old ( I'm 6 hcp).... and they are FAR Superior in every aspect and should be in these qualifiers.... You're just not good enough, you've not improved now for yrs...even using the best gear etc... I know it's content etc.... but hearing you talk and your wingman I can't help thinking you're in denial 😩

[@martingdavies]

Guy would have more chance of qualifying.

[@kennethj4984]

Maybe you should watch the round before posting such a comment. I have played tournament golf for many years - and I can guarantee that those 13-15 year olds you write about fall apart when it really matters. Yes, they can do a lot and are super talented - but if they had to play with the same pressure that Rick is playing this round with - Camera on every stroke and a lot of crowd, then they wouldn't shoot below 90 !!!

[@Kedbuka]

Two bad shots?! He said he only hit two bad shots?! Totally delusional

[@calebgaddi1428]

Exactly!!

[@corbettobaggio]

“A few bad shots” 🙈🙈🙈🙈 you were +7 at the turn. First 2 holes looked controlled and in the zone. Then crumbled. Hooking into the rough, out the rough, into traps. Putts offline, putts coming up short. Was cringing watching to be honest. This attitude of “a few bad shots” is killing you. Need to be honest with yourself. You are nowhere near a scratch golfer anymore. Games all over the shop. You don’t compete in these things cause you are embarrassed to tell people in the club house etc that you shot 81. Take the comfort blanket away and focus on your game. See where it takes you.

[@TtvPhenrik1]

He didnt say that he only shot a few bad shots. He said he felt like.... big difference

[@corbettobaggio]

@@TtvPhenrik1 then that’s even more worrying. You watched the qualifier? He spoke like he played well and wasn’t far off. Finished 90th in a field of 130. He would’ve been the only person in the field with access to the coaches, equipment and courses he does. Should be doing so much better than +9.

[@martingdavies]

He probably feels he played ok compared to his average game. Unfortunately his average game would still not be enough to compete against a lot of the players at Open Qualifying level.

[@TtvPhenrik1]

@mikesmith1485 yeah, but in reality he didnt have only 2 bad shots eventho he felt like it. Respectable nonthelesd, and he is probably unhappy with the round when he is capable of lower scores than that. It was very mature by him to walk back out from the car eventho his mind and body screamed to drive away. That is big of him

[@TtvPhenrik1]

@@corbettobaggio I agree. How many break 75 has he managed. The last ones has been in the 80. Add the pressure of crowd and expectations.

[@cwillaggie]

I'm surprised Guy didn't give Rick any grief like he did with Peter Finch a few years ago.

[@TtvPhenrik1]

Well Rick posted a better score than Peter now. Peter was +12..

[@twostate7822]

@@TtvPhenrik1 +9 or +12, a distinction without a difference. Neither are close to qualifying by a substantial margin and neither player should be criticized for trying. I can think of one case where I made comments about a player's tournament scores. In my large size city's amateur championship, one of the players with a +2 handicap didn't break 100 in any of the 3 rounds on different courses of the tournament. Vanity handicap immediately came to mind. I suppose the player could have been injured, but shooting 100+ ??? I think he should have withdrawn because he would be distracting and slowing down other players trying to do their best.

[@martingdavies]

I imagine, like a lot of viewers were, he was expecting Rick to shoot around 80 or so.

[@TtvPhenrik1]

@@twostate7822 there has been a bit of back and forth. Especially in Peters camp. When they talked about the last golfbidder challenge, a turd in the rough cut studio laughed and dissed Rick. Now Rick posted a better score than Peter in the same open qualifyer. Peter has worked his ass off and gone through a while list. Multiple trainers and fittings. (Rick has done so in the last weeks aswell) but he basically ahowed up and posted a respectable score. (Both did, coz it is elite level)

[@weetbix1000]

They played two different courses you can’t and should t compare scores. In the end they both played rubbish and well below their capability

[@lmc1dj]

That back 9 was solid. Do it again next year. Was great to watch.

[@greatwhiteshark9192]

Back 8 was solid U mean

[@yessi1585]

He’s about a 6 handicapper these days, what’s the point

[@DanielCordone9]

Yar, thought he was going to finish about 25 over

[@gavinkirkham9862]

I stopped listening when he said I think I only hit two bad shot

[@malcolmcleal8596]

Yeah there was a lot of second shots from thick rough due to bad tee shots, only 2 bad shots lol

[@Hittingitstiff]

Had you both been on the helium before recording this pod or are my speakers on the blink?

[@dondunn7]

Who does the sound appear like it's sped up and you sound like chipmunks?

[@0ndyR]

I second this.

[@lt.squinky552]

was looking for this comment, glad its not just me

[@Smithyboy-jh7wn]

Stop talking rubbish it was nowhere near a good round and never was it going to be. Just admit it you ain’t a pro more a 8-10 handicap at most 😮

[@aok43]

Respect for having a crack and being prepared to document it. But don't milk it now. Two bad shots? We saw it mate. Good luck to you but don't delude yourself.

[@LGSImmortal]

I loved the Open video. Limited commentary and some good golf. I enjoyed not knowing what shot was going to be hit or attempted to be hit. Should sprinkle a few Break 75s in this format on your channel.

[@darrenwilsonV2]

2 bad golf shots??? You stunk the place up Rikko you hacker.

[@philbeele8504]

😂😂😂 dreamer really lol Anyway good result for a 10 handicap which is about all Rick is

[@0ndyR]

Somethings wrong with the sound, your voices are a bit squeaky.

[@charlied8355]

Vid sounds like its been sped up a few percent

[@bigjmal]

We need a follow up podcast with Peter Finch. The internet never forgets!

[@EHMSL1226]

2 or 3 bad golf shots? Over half the holes you were hitting from the fescue at some point....so it must've been a few more than that lol. No hate, I thought you did well for the pressure and in the circumstances, but there was definitely more than 2 or 3 bad shots.

[@Jimskipova]

Is this pitched up hahahaha pair of you don’t sound right at all🤣

[@kennethbnorris]

Rick, you hit some pretty good recovery shots, but I’ve got a few tips that might help you get over the hump. 1. Throw that driver in a trash can. 2. Pour gasoline in the trash can. 3. Toss a lit match in the trash can. 4. Go find your Ping driver. 5. Go play golf. I know you didn’t like the Qi10 max driver because you didn’t get very good distance with it, but perhaps with a proper fitting you might be able to squeeze out a few more yards. When I had my fitting, I was able to get the most distance with the standard model as well, and the max was reliably straight like you, but I was only losing seven yards on average with the max. I opted for the reliability, and it’s now the club I have the absolute most confidence in off the tee box. I just get the sense that you’re wanting to make the Cobra work for you, almost a square peg in a round hole.

[@crippledlegendx]

It makes me kind of sad that the cobra driver doesn’t work for him. I play the dark speed and I love it. I feel like cobra doesn’t nearly get played because everyone so focused on taylormade n all other brands but they make really great products.

[@josephhouguez3801]

Or go back to the Adams driver he had in the bag for a while

[@timpac17]

Toss the 3 iron in there too

[@JayTheTapp]

throw in the trash can those blade iron and the 3 iron also for good mesure :)

[@toddschlicher]

The Cobra driver makes no sense. Makes me wonder if he’s getting paid to play it.

[@EliteDLM]

I played one of my worst rounds of golf this morning and truly left the course feeling like I wanted to give up on golf. I'm only a little over a year in and I struggle with a lot of various parts of my game, most notably my driving and irons, but regardless after watching this and listening to you remain optimistic about playing more qualifiers going forward definitely helps me want to stay positive about trying to get better. I love golf and really want to improve. Keep at it Rick and I will too!

[@96per58]

Remember, you’re never as far away from finding your swing as it feels. Keep searching for that one swing thought!

[@Steve-co1ic]

Rick that front nine you hardly hit a straight drive and hit most of your second shots from knee high grass, it was definitely not your best game

[@rukahs43]

Rick, you played to your standard of golf. There's no shame in that and nothing to beat yourself up about. I mean this with absolute respect - there was no way you were breaking 75 in the qualifier. You rarely break 75 in your KZbin series. You're just not that good (and like I said, I mean that respectfully... not trying to insult you). When you look back at your round and lament the triple bogies and "only" a few bad shots which cost you strokes. That's the thing... you have those EVERY round almost. It's the exception when you go out and have a whole round without mistakes. That's what separates really good golfers from the rest. To go out and expect to shoot a fantastic round (to your standard) at your first competition in years just isn't realistic. No need for all that pressure and expectation on yourself. Just go out, have fun, and put on a show for KZbin. Practice and get to where you're consistently breaking 75 in your normal rounds before you expect to do it at qualifying. Good luck!

[@joedavey84]

Boy a lot of people on here dragging rick. Open qualifying is just that, open. What’s the harm in doing it? I enjoyed watching it and it’s not like he shot an embarrassing score. I think he should do it every year.

[@blue24563]

The problem is they are just not good enough. I don’t think Open qualifying should be as open as it is. It’s ridiculous that scratch golfers think they have a chance to qualify.

[@kimwood7718]

It is this attitude that has been the biggest drag on growing the game....who.cares what a qualifier shoots let them play

[@blue24563]

@@kimwood7718 why not let 12 handicap players play then?

[@kimwood7718]

Why not?

[@blue24563]

@@kimwood7718 😂🤣 what’s the point if they have no chance of qualifying? C’mon, you are being silly. If every 12 handicapper had the opportunity to qualify for the open, the qualification period would be months.

[@greatwhiteshark9192]

So Rik's fairy happy with 81 and kinda compares himself with Rory by sitting in car after round etc.?!?.....cmon....do me a favour!!😂

[@markreider9663]

This podcast was as entertaining as watching the Open qualifying round. Hearing the behind the scenes thoughts and emotions is what it’s all about. Keep it going next year, and do the best you can for as long as you can!

[@redpillpharmacy6877]

So much cope. Again. Super cringe. Why not become rigorously honest instead?

[@alanedwards5288]

think it’s time to change your channel name to ‘the average golfer’

[@shankbucker]

Why is the speed up on the video? Rick pitch is high in this and they seem to be talking quick 🤔, and I already checked the settings on my video and account and it is all set to normal speed 🤷🏻

[@rowdyroddy519]

2 terrible shots? LOL Come on now.... Be honest with yourself, if you ever expect to improve your game. Your accuracy is terrible. You were in the deep rough, and in the trees constantly.

[@tywalraven4936]

81 on an Open Championship qualifying course without a reliable driver and being smack in the middle of a serious short game slump is quite admirable. Sort out the tee situation; we will sacrifice the driver reviews. Build back the confidence around the green.

[@MosesMal0n3]

Rick.. I’m assuming when you mean “2 bad golf shots”, you’re talking about irons and off the tee. You had 5+ chips that were genuinely awful. Use Dan Grieve’s advice and actually work on your short game.

[@proudtobeblue]

Wind your neck in Chaplin, take your negativity elsewhere. Rick went and did it, more than you have ever done!

[@MosesMal0n3]

@@proudtobebluewhat’re you, Rick’s bag holder? It’s fair criticism, try growing some thicker skin.

[@gilesjohnson829]

Rick was negative.. he said he would be happy to break 75…. What’s the point in entering with that attitude?

[@inb4230]

​@@proudtobeblue😂did what, forked out a couple hundred to shoot in the 80's in an event he didn't stand a chance of qualifying knowing full well he'd get that money back ten fold? What a hero, surprised he isn't being knighted!How bout this, you let people comment what they want in a COMMENT SECTION on social media and if it hurts your feelings not reading only what you wanna hear you stay out of it,how about that? Your hero and his minion yes man didn't have any problem openly criticising, even discouraging other creators for doing the exact same thing he did, obviously now that the views are dropping like flies and said creators are getting similar numbers with 1/4 the subs it's ok to do it, noble even!"2 bad shots "😂 I've never in my life seen anyone so delusionaly cocky, it's outrageous,guy has 2,3 under par rounds at best in 10 years on KZbin and STILL thinks he's a couple shots from being on tour

[@Thomas-bq4ed]

I agree he comes across as arrogant not mentioning the chipping. He should be one putting a lot of the holes with decent chips.

[@Jits25]

2 bad shots ? Not gonna improve coping like that Rick

[@jamesbenjaminrobertson5341]

You should play a few events going into qualifying

[@geoffroberts4113]

He’s going to enter future open qualifyings and not document them 😂. Thats the most hilarious thing I’ve heard this year. Obviously they will be documented and I very much look forward to watching.

[@outtakes69]

I think its fair to say you played poorly. However, that was a tricky layout a lot of wind and small baked greens. You were unab;le to make any adjustments after that triple took the wind out of your sails. Its hard to play high level golf under those conditions.....

[@ronaldthibeau-ji8ng]

Love the positivity. You’re right you hit the ball well. You really do need a caddy to keep you level and someone you’d listen to when they tell you the line to take or the best place to miss. Like to see you video it again.

[@donherion377]

You hit more than 2 bad shots...but you recovered on the back 9.

[@CountMackula]

Yes...went too far with that level of spin.

[@michaellabram5980]

Really…Two bad shots…Good watch..👍

[@jamespaterson2084]

I think there is huge gap between tour players and regular pros , as you found out

[@zaldyox]

Golf is hard as you painfully know, and it's even harder when ability doesn't match reality. However you haven't broken 75 on camera for over 2 years, and this includes your 10 shot challenge. Accept reality, stop whining and try again.

[@luckymojo9348]

Rick I would say maybe just in your own time away from cameras, playing on the front tees can be a great way to improve your mindframe when you start shooting several under par on the front tees it can help your mind to get used to those scores then you just move back, with your resources and time you can put into golf I think you owe it to your fans and yourself to not just be the guy who try's to break 75 every round.

[@andy73au]

think it was more than two bad shots 🤣

[@georgewyatt2924]

Rick, you do a lot more for golf than hit balls every day ... all day long. Hitting balls gets you to the Open, but you'll have to give up so much. There's more to golf than making the Open. Do you think you would have been able to play Augusta if you were just a regular golf pro trying to qualify? Sure, try and qualify, but stick to the great work you do.

[@eyMoss]

You didn’t just have two bad shots 😅

[@edwardsroba]

Saying you only hit two bad shots is totally hiding the facts. Your shot selection was awful, course management appalling, and despite having access to the world’s best short game coach, you ignored every bit of advice he gave you, and putted from everywhere. Don’t kid yourself Rick. It was shocking.

[@robmc198090]

I feel sorry for the other players in his group, to much hype and cameras for an amateur who will never compete at this level

[@whatyagunnado]

Delusions of mediocrity

[@reginaldinoenchillada3513]

In golf as in life, the bounceback is extremely value. Good on you, to rally after youd had your steering wheel slamming moment!

[@garyparkinson6198]

Guy is a a weasel. Nothing can change my opinion of him.

[@AlastairBarker]

BOSS MAN HE IS A SLIMEBALL.

[@1362pc]

Of course you shot 81....you are not a tour pro...not close

[@Chas.F]

2 bad shots?! 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tylerstone8589]

You hit to many irons off the tees !!!!

[@blue24563]

Nothing happened. He played to his normal standard. These KZbinrs are not proper golfers. They need to realise that.

[@Richie3Jack]

First off, good job putting yourself out there. It's not easy and quite frankly, I can't imagine it being a lot of fun. From watching the entire round, I think the first thing you should work on is your short game around the green play. That alone won't get you to quite shoot the scores you want because you really have to improve your ballstriking to get to that point. But, your short ATG is very poor and it's the quickest way to shave a few strokes off your game. It' will also likely help take some pressure off your ballstriking because if you improve ATG you can start to feel like missing a GIR isn't going to automatically result in bogey or worse. I'm not a short game expert, but I think the issue is simply that your attack angle is too shallow around the green and the vertical swing place and AoA need to get much steeper. I thought you putted quite well. You couldn't get putts to drop because you had a lot of long putts and they just weren't falling. But putting wise your misses were quite good. You weren't missing on the low side nor were you hitting putts way too hard. I thought you probably laid up off the tee a bit too much. I don't know the course, but I thought sometimes you probably should have hit driver (18 was a good example, but I could be wrong since I don't know the course). The other big issue is that you have a bit of a 2-way miss going. Lots of sizable hooks and then sizable cuts. I think the big end goal should be to consistently put the same curve pattern with your clubs. If you're hitting cuts with your driver and draws with your irons...that's fine. Just try to cut down on the times you draw the driver and fade the irons. It's just too tough to play golf when you're not really sure which way the ball is going to curve. But I saw some nice progress there and really hope you and Peter keep it going.

[@jeffbezos5988]

the way you play that back 9 was stunning, you just need to do that for 72 holes and you can start competing on the challenge tour then eventually the european tour once you've won a few events on the challenge tour, then once you win a couple of time on the european tour you'll get your pga tour card and into all the majors, and then who knows you could end up with 6 majors at the end of you career

[@richardnavratil9661]

I've recently joined the Amateur Players Tour in the US. I've picked up golf about 5 years ago, this year I'm down to about 13hcp and the competition mindset (though I've played college baseball) is a whole different animal. It's still amateur stuff and nowhere near this, but the preparation and performance in those events is hugely different. I've found a way to get a back-to-back win a week ago, but it takes dedication and practice. Thanks for bringing this to us Rick!

[@richardgash2349]

Lose the co host

[@TassiveMits92]

The sooner Rick realises he’ll never be pro level and accepts that the better 😂

[@davidbarnard1409]

Not a bad score for you Rick. Maybe you should make a series called breaking 80

[@lylahale5284]

golf maketh the man !.........................golf is the sport equivalent of falling off your bike !...do you get back on or not ? (of course you do)

[@AppleseedVending]

Rick proves why he won’t get better at the end of this podcast. It’s that stubbornness to hear anything except his own thoughts. James has tried to tell him and here Guy is trying to tell him it’s EACH INDIVIDUAL SHOT that counts. Not “have the mindset of breaking 65”…Rick…LISTEN.

[@EmJayDubb]

I hope you keep entering tournaments! I think putting yourself against these players pushes you to play better. Regardless of the outcome, the qualifying video was great.

[@thehazelinios8119]

Man How long is Rick going to milk this Open Run for You tube cash 😂. When you’re doing a break 75 series and starting 10 shots ahead of pros and not winning there is no surprise you shot 81. What does me in, Rick has got 34K views for just talking about his 81 😂 and the Ladies amateur champs biggest amateur ladies prize in golf which the r&a posted only got 3.1k views and has listed same amount of time. That’s why I can’t subscribe to this stuff as it dominates my feed and encourages this and also like Brandon Robinson Thompson is getting low views in comparison and he actually qualified for the US Open. On a positive I do think though that was a lot of pressure with the thought if you play badly the sniggers and comments so fair play for still putting yourself out there.❤

[@rospur5453]

Anyone who has played this wonderful, dreadful, frustrating game has experienced what you did. It may be in the monthly medal or even in your regular four ball. The more you play and practice the greater your expectations and the more pressure you put on yourself to score well and it was interesting that you mentioned embarrassment as one of the overriding emotions that was killing you afterwards. I’m sure we’ve all felt that way, I know I have, as ridiculous as that response is. It’s just golf. Ask Jean Van de velde about it. Go for it again and just enjoy the ride! You do know we’re all gonna die one day right? What difference? By the way, I’ve lost my sense of smell and taste too,..crap isn’t it? 👍

[@brianb2250]

SO many questions: would you take a caddy next time? - really dumb not to imo. Maybe it was the wind but would you hit driver most of the time you hit 3 ir next time (bomb and gouge seemed better)? What did your playing partners shoot and was the guy in the yellow hat having a bit of 'gamesmanship'? He AWLAYS stood on your right side on the tee right in your view to me. I'd have said something. Real golf is so different, so you did a great job - well done Rick. Cheers.

[@thegooner66sorpio]

Look Rick you are a Sunday hacker not a chance you qualify for the open . Cue the Benny Hill music around the green's irons when you should be driving 😂 putter when you should be chipping 😂 not a clue . See the kids in the crowd on the 18th thinking who is this bloke and laughing comedy city don't ever change Rick. 12 15 handicap golfer Rumour has it Stephen Hawking once beat you in a 9 hole match .😂😂😂

[@shankedit65]

Hacker end of

[@kwtay1746]

You played only 2 bad shots at the qualifying? Really? You sliced your drive on every hole, even with your irons; your short games were like a 20-handicapper, your putts were miles to the left and right, though you did better in the back nine.

[@FloridaManTV]

Was the person that messaged you after the round Yellow Hat Guy? 🤣

[@jamesmallin7147]

Double standards. The way this show treated Peter Finch a few years back when trying to qualifying for the Open, and this softly softly approach to Rick's attempt. Also not much of a shout out to Peter Finch for his great effort. Stay classy and humble lads

[@HankAaronJoseph19]

Honestly, use game improving clubs. Not player clubs. Make life easier not harder since you "don't play enough golf."

[@light1531]

You were like most golfers thinking about your score over 18 holes, given what had happened so far and what might happen. Doesn't sound like the right mindset. I think you needed to respect the lie for the long bunker shot, altered the shot setup (not getting too close to the ball, but a stronger loft) and ACCEPTED it might not finish within 4 feet of the hole? Especially as one bad shot can affect your own mood for a few holes? But do go again, you are a better person, we learn from you and you regain your pro mentality from your youth. 😎

[@bobbybean6248]

Rick, great content and will be a loyal follower of your channel. But your short/mid irons suck. You never gave yourself a chance for birdies. Trust your driver and stick the ball close to the flag. Your not going to get birdies with 30” to 50” puts.

[@chriscolabella880]

Rick's unrealistic expectations of himself are like a millstone around his neck dragging his spirit and his golf game down. He's a fantastic golfer, but 81 with a couple of meltdown holes is a pretty typical round for him. It's also a round most of us would kill to be able to shoot. People don't watch him to see tour level golf. They watch him to hang out with him. And here he is again saying 81 is the worst round he should ever shoot. He somehow needs to bridge the gap in his mind between how good he expects himself to be and how good he actually is.

[@zlatysmola]

Currently playing off 2 and concerned I have a similar mentality to Rick right now, when playing a tough course I don’t feel I can get dropped shots back atm.

[@nickpellatt]

Rehitting the missed shots topic .... not mentioned here but i think its a negative when you going into competitive golf. If you often rehit duffed shots, and exorcise that demon, you may not have a tactic or coping mechanism for comp play, when you cant rehit.

[@BRONCO-ws5mp]

I hate when i watch your videos and you're allways like i could break 75 there, i could do this, i could win a pga event. 😂 Set a real goal, your not that guy man, stop pretending to better than you are. You're an 80 to 85 shot maker. Stop trying to be something your not, 😢😂😂

[@eddiemullen7412]

Rick listen to Dr Bob Rotella again and get out your own way the back nine was some great golf. You have to try again or do you just quit if that was the case I would have stopped playing 20 years ago.Come on….

[@lordviper7401]

Why do club pros look so miserable, coz they can't cut it on the tour. We have to remember that a 4 handicap - which is pretty much where you are Rick - is as far away to a +4 as it is to a 12. The gap is huge and being a rock star at your club, means nothing on tour. But hold your head up high, at least your beat Finch 😂😂

[@everyoneknowsadave3580]

You did hit some really good golf shots on your round … I felt for you when you hit some of those layup shots into the weeds or OB (gawd how many times have I done that !! 😂) …. You know what you did on course management but for me you left quite a few shots on the green that could have been a round changer …. When you fall off that horse you know what you gotta do !! Looking forward to you doing some future tourney videos 👍👍

[@Graham-bg3ij]

Id love to see you play the other you tubers head to head - Starting with Mr Finch 18 holes match play - I don’t see playing the Tournament professional from 10 shots ahead puts you under much pressure - but that would -

[@craigdaly3017]

Its all guff and click bait, KZbin full of it. Open organisers should make a rule for any wannabe Am or Pro shouldnt be allowed into Open Qs if they cant break 75, 3 times from back tees in the last 6 months then they can go into the Open Q rounds. So many people dont realise the mental game to do it.

[@tonytitado6478]

You will never get better unless you play competitively every weekend. Your a good golfer but, you've reached your best already for being a part timer....you have to practice everyday and compete every weekend in order to improve...short of this effort, i see no reason to maintain your pro status......good luck.

[@nigelwoodley6688]

I'm sorry Rick but I disagree with you saying that you thought you played OK. You are looking at the back nine when the front nine was where you was dropping shots. Why did you stick with the driver when the wind was so strong and the driver wasn't working for you. Why not switch to long irons?

[@greatwhiteshark9192]

And it was more than just 2 bad shots rik...cmon you gotta be honest with yourself otherwise u wont improve!..hit driver poor and few more sliced irons off tee...more than just 2 yeah?

[@R_J_G]

If you thought a different result happen then youre fooling yourself. Hilarious he barely practices 6 hours a week but he thinks he can shoot a good score at qualifying.

[@martingdavies]

If he can improve by 14 shots, he would have tied the leader.

[@DonAl9114]

All the KZbin Golf stars make us believe that they know the game in every aspect. Some of them tried the Open process and they all failed in glory. So at the end of the day we golfers are all the same. This makes them look a bit human. In their channels they make us believe that they play just as good as the real boys. 😂😂😂😂

[@kevinmontgomery1054]

Just a thought for a new series: how many birdies can you get in a round (eagles count as 2)? Maybe 35 Stableford points.

[@MrErnestCC]

The round was pretty good but from Ricks body language it didn't come across like a good round. Just an observation.

[@brianhogan5390]

Why were you hitting irons off the tee mate? You’re missing both sides with them. A pull for your first treble bogey and a push for your second treble bogey. Couldn’t believe it didn’t get mentioned on the podcast review.

[@Acemeistre]

why is the sound weird? both Rick and guy sound high pitched and squeeky vs normal... 🙃

[@donniep2822]

You had the guts to try and that is a position most people won't put themselves in for fear of public failure. As others have posted, you should try again while you physically can. I enjoy your content.

[@graftingdiamond6775]

Changing your mindset is great and if you're genuinely committed to it then full credit to you, however I think you need to start from a position of honesty. You cannot seriously believe that from a 9 over par round you only had 2 bad shots. If you want to improve you need to genuinely understand your level and be honest with yourself at every turn. I enjoy your content but please don't allow yourself to be one of those delusional content creators that operates in a bubble. Genuine improvement can only come with genuine honesty.