Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into the PGA Championship, trying to figure out who might surprise everyone this week. It’s always fun to look beyond the usual suspects, right? So, here’s how I went about finding my dark horse picks.
Digging Through the Stats
First, I started by just looking at recent performance. You know, who’s been playing well lately, even if they haven’t won a major yet? I looked at guys finishing in the top 20, top 10 consistently in recent tournaments.
Then I checked out past PGA Championships. See, some players just vibe better with certain courses or tournament styles. I wanted to see if any of my potential dark horses had a decent history in this specific championship.
Course Compatibility is Key
Then, I started thinking about the course itself. What kind of player does it favor? Is it a bomber’s paradise, or does it reward accuracy and a strong short game? Knowing that helped me narrow down my list.
I tried to match up player strengths with what I thought the course would demand. Like, if it’s a long course, I’m looking at guys who can really bomb it off the tee.
The “Gut Feeling” Factor
Honestly, after all the stats and analysis, sometimes it comes down to a gut feeling. You just watch a player and think, “Yeah, he’s got that look in his eye this week.”
- Who seems confident?
- Who’s been flying under the radar but putting up solid rounds?
- Who has the all-around game to handle the pressure?
I kind of put all that together – the stats, the course fit, and my own intuition – and came up with a few names.
It is not easy, It took me several hours, It took me a whole afternoon! But, I feel good, and have my dark horse picks now!
