Johnson Wagner Leads Colonial
posted in News |Wagner went out early and fired a course record 63. Johnson posted nine birdies and had two bogeys midway through his round to shoot the course record. The afternoon players saw more wind and harder conditions. Phil Mickelson and Bret Wetterich had the two best rounds in the afternoon 65’s.
Corey Pavin showed his ability to maneuver the ball with a fine 67. This course is not overwhelming in length and requires the ball to be moved around and under the giant pecan trees that line the fairways and lean over the entrances to he greens.
Two time champion Kenny Perry who has been playing well lately but unable to close the deal recently, had an even par round 70.
Paul Goydos who just recently had a shot at winning The Players Championship had a two under par 68. This course also fits someone like Goydos. Look for Paul to rebound after his loss to Sergio Garcia in a playoff for The TPC title.
Phil Mickelson is using these next two tournaments to get ready for The US Open at Torrey Pines. Next week is Jack Nicklaus tournament The Memorial which always has a good field. Phil is putting in a lot of work on his short game, especially his putting. Phil has been working mainly on his full swing and the short game has suffered. But with the rough that is usually associated with the Open, the short game and putting will be very crucial in saving those valuable pars.