3 and Out with John Middlekauff Go Low - Collin Morikawa OUTLASTS Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy to win Pebble Beach Pro-AM
Feb 18, 2026
A reaction to Anthony Kim's emotional LIV comeback and why his win resonated with sports fans. A look at Scottie Scheffler's pattern of slow starts and dramatic Sunday surges compared to Tiger's prime. Discussion of Tiger's evolving leadership role and how he may have stabilized the tour. Short takes on Charlie Woods' college choice and the weekend betting card.
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Anthony Kim's Emotional Comeback
- John describes watching Anthony Kim return after 15 years and dominate a LIV event, stirring strong emotion among fans.
- He recounts Kim beating Bryson and Rahm by large margins and visibly celebrating with fist pumps and tears.
Emotion Drives Fan Engagement
- John argues modern top players often show muted emotion because wealth and status reduce the stakes of non-major events.
- He says moments of raw emotion (like Kim's) are necessary to keep casual fans engaged.
From Addiction To Momentum Player
- John recalls Anthony Kim's past struggles with addiction and how his visible recovery heightened the impact of the win.
- He notes Kim's intense momentum style and how he rode it to an overpowering final round.