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Old February 18th, 2008, 11:58 PM
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Re: These guys are chumps

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Originally Posted by QuadrupleEagle View Post
Well the hungry golfer argument also works against Jack ...

Many excellent golfers didn't even attempt a pro career simply because they knew they would probably make more money with a regular job. (especially since most pro-caliber golfers, then more than now, tend to come from wealthy families).
Excellent point...what was it that sparked the current crazy interest in golf? When arguing Tiger vs. Jack, it's valid to compare scores on the same course, even considering equipment differences, imo...but when it comes to measuring them against the competition, however... You've rightfully pointed out that, back in the day, many of the best golfers were not pros and never played against Jack...less likely today. If you're that good today, you can hardly go unrecognized...unless you really, really choose to. can't imagine that.

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