Quotes on Tiger

I managed to capture lot of thing have been said about the world number one. Here some of it for our fun reading.

“Tiger’s having a 10 years anniversary, is he? Tiger gets old too.” – Jack Nicklaus with regards to Tiger approaching his 10 years anniversary of his first Master victory

“f you look down the list of all the great golfers, they all had strength of mind, resilience, determination and desire. But to win 70 odds time, is a lot of golf tournament to win. There are not too many players who have done that so there’s got to be something special about him. I don’t care whether they are major championship or regular championship, he is trying just hard here in Dubai as he will be at the US Master” – Greg Norman on Tiger Wood.

“Its always nice to beat tiger obviously. It’s the first tournament I have won that he’s been in. He is great players, so of course that give you extra satisfaction to beat him” – Henrik Stenson who outplays Tiger and Ernie in 2007 Dubai Desert Classic in Dubai

"Golf, as we know it, is over. It came to an end on a chamber-of-commerce Sunday evening in Las Vegas when Tiger Woods went for the upgrade: He's not just a promising young Tour pro anymore, he's an era." Gary Van Sickle, Sports Illustrated

"The hip hype that has accompanied Woods's move into the professional ranks is both understandable and regrettable." Larry Dorman, New York Times

"He hit the dimpled white sphere off the tee so high, so far, that for a moment it got lost in the misty, bright blue sky. Then the ball sailed downward, took two bounces to the right of the cup and skirted underground like a field mouse running from a predator." Joe Burris, Boston Globe
"Tiger is the greatest thing that's happened to the tour in a long time. He has brought incredible attention to golf at a time of year when football and the World Series always take precedence. Everything I've heard about him seems to be true.'' Payne Stewart after Tiger's win at the Disney Classic)

"Tiger is like John Daly but with total control. If that's not a scary prospect for the rest of us, I don't know what is." Paul Goydos, PGA tour professional

"There was a time, when Woods first turned professional, when people wondered if he had the game to win an Open, whether he had enough accuracy off the tee, or enough control with his short irons, or enough patience. Those questions have been silenced. Woods can win on any golf course that has tee boxes, fairways and greens." Clifton Brown,NY Time.

Shop 72

This is my second favorite spot to hang out beside kopitiam.. Even though there are no WIFI or other young folks gadget, i still love to be there.

Shop 72 is the pioneer golfs mist in East Coast particularly in Kuantan. Owned by "uncle Ng" who is humble and a very experienced golfer in town. Located in Jalan Teluk Sisek which a few step away from my office.

I had bought my first golf set here and also recommended to my few friends. You will find a lot of golf stuff with good quality and reasonable price. From a tee to custom made golf club. You just named it. it's all here!!! You are also can ask for free advise regarding your game or other golf problem from uncle Ng. He definitely will try to solve your problem with a smile.(Ops...please do not ask him on your relationship problem).

Nowadays, at least 5 golf shop has been in the market in Kuantan, but i think most of Kuantan golfers surely agree that Shop 72 is the coolest golf shop ever in East Coast and particularly in Kuantan.

How far your driver distance from tee?

During my earlier days in golf, i only managed to hit as far as 175 meters using my Taylormade R7 driver. Most of senior golfer told me to be patient." Don't worry about the distance, it will come naturally". WTF!! until now, after 4 years, i still hitting below 200 meters!! My 9 iron just went around 90 meters. no wonder i found it too difficult to GIR in two stroke. Luckily my short game is awesome.
People said, there is no specific distance in golf stroke every golfer has a different golf swing speed. But, for those golfer that play regular flex golf clubs (swing speed between 75-85 mph), the average lengths of golf clubs are considered normal. One article mentioned that there is usually an 8-12 yard difference per club at the normal swing speed with standard lofted clubs.For 3 iron -190, 4-180, 5-170, 6-160, 7-150, 8-140, 9-130, PW -115, GW-100, SW-80, LW-60. You must also take into account that all golf clubs are not lofted the same. Those days, the average pitching wedge was 48 degrees of loft. At the moment, I'm using Callaway Big Bertha PW´s that are 53 and Cleveland SW 44 degrees. My distance still suck!!! Luckily Malaysian golf course are not like PGA standard course. Just imagine I need to hit 495 yard par 4 at Home of Golf?? Sure at least double bogey!!!

One in the million swings....

Nothing much to say, this picture speaks by itself..

The above picture taken during the previous" RHB Banking Group golf tournament" at Awana Kijal, Terengganu. My score was awesome. Unfortunately, there was no prizes for staff. Only for customers and guest. Sigh...

Easyswings II

Another day to be remembered!!!


I did a full round of golf this morning... Today, i actually were late and my golf mate already at our 1st tee box at 7.30 am. Without a proper warm up, my fist tee off sliced in to the right but luckily it ended up with a bogey.


My golf game a little bit rusty but since the golf course quiet forgiving, i managed to control my game. I scored 42 in the first nine hole. wow!! 3 under!!!

After halfway breaks, we continue with our second nine and my golf game was pretty awesome. i managed to maintained my score with 42 strokes. Total gross 84 strokes!!!! Yes!!! today i played as 12 handicappers!!!The interesting parts i was i just only did 24 puts!!!!

The secret?- Make it easy!!! and don't push yourself.....

( i wonder why i cant get this kind of score during club championship tournament...sigh..)

Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri & Maaf Zahir Batin

It's time to take a break.. Furthermore, most of the golf couse will close for at least two days...

Wish you all a ig Aidil Fitri and please forgive me for any wrong doing....

this year, i wish to brake 90 strokes... sigh..

Get dress and play like a pro!!!

Here some tips that make you will play like a professional golfer even though you score suck!!!

Just remember, these are the very basics:

1) Dress like a professional

2 Always pay careful attention to who's turn it is to hit, you wouldn't want to hit out of turn.

3) Never talk or move around on the tee box when one of your playing partners is addressed to his/her golf ball.

4) Always repair your ball marks on the green

5) Shake hand to congratulate your golf mate after finishing your round of golf.

Remember, etiquette is a vital part of golf, and there's a few rules you need to know before you ever step on the first tee. Have fun with it!!! You will not only impress your foursome, but definitely play like a pro!