Ed Sherman asked PGA pros what they think is the toughest part of playing in the U.S. Open
1) JEFF SLUMAN
“The toughest part is learning a new course in 2 1/2 days. On the tour, you’re comfortable because you’ve been there before. At the Open, you almost feel like you’re a rookie. You have to figure everything out.”
2) BILLY ANDRADE
“The toughest part is not getting mentally fatigued. You’re playing a new course, and there are a lot of demands on your driver. You know you’re going to be in for a hard week. It’s not going to be easy.”
3) JERRY KELLY
“The toughest part is the driver. It puts a lot of pressure to hit the ball straight. If you don’t get it in the fairway, you’re done.”
4) LEE JANZEN
“Driving to the course is tough; the practice rounds are long; a lot more autographs; there is a lot more attention; it’s an unfamiliar area. There is a lot to soak in for a few days to get ready for that tournament.”
5) JOSE MARIA OLAZABAL
“It puts all my skills into challenge. I am playing against the odds when I play in that tournament because I never have been a good driver. But I like the challenge.
6) LEN MATTIACE
(After thinking about the question for a good 45 seconds) “I’d rather not say.”
