No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 1116: Gotterup Wins Again, + Celebrating TPC Scottsdale
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Feb 9, 2026 A lively rundown of Chris Gotterup’s playoff win and the wild final-round drama involving Hideki and Scottie. Deep dive into TPC Scottsdale’s fast greens, firm turf and the infamous 17th-hole spectacle. Debates on major credentials, tour points controversies, team-league takeaways, and odd short-game effects from overseeding.
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Hideki’s Wild, Compelling Phoenix Week
- Tron loved watching Hideki manage an off-day where he rarely hit fairways but still stayed bogey-free until 18.
- The hosts found that kind of visible struggle made the event electric to watch.
Play Conservatively When Out Of Position
- When greens and rough punish missed approaches, play conservatively to 35–40 feet rather than attacking pins from bad positions.
- That strategy reduces bogeys and helps manage firm, slidey green conditions like Scottsdale.
Temper Major Expectations For Gotterup
- The hosts debated Gotterup's long-term ceiling, settling around 1–2 majors as realistic optimism.
- They warned not to overcommit; consistency and iron play will determine major potential.