Fore Play Two Champions
Mar 3, 2026
Alistair Doherty, a Korn Ferry Tour winner who punched his ticket into the Open, and Nico Echavarria, a three-time PGA Tour victor known for clutch short-game play. They unpack their recent breakthrough wins, travel and prep for major links golf, and the post-win celebrations and life changes that followed. Energetic, candid conversations about momentum, routines, and tournament realities.
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Par Three Ace Streak Across Dream Courses
- Trent continued his par-three ace streak with a hole-in-one on the third at The Hay at Pebble Beach using a 54-degree wedge from ~94 yards.
- He listed previous aces at Pinehurst (The Cradle) and Bandon's Preserve, treating them as memorable trip highlights.
Chasing Is Harder Than Hunting
- Nico contrasted leading under pressure with chasing a lead, saying playing to win is easier mentally than trying to hang on.
- He compared closing at a windy, fine-line course to Sawgrass where one bad shot can cost multiple strokes.
Familiar Links History Eases Open Prep
- Alistair plans to arrive early for the Open and revisit Formby where he played Palmer Cup, using familiarity to ease the transition to links golf.
- He highlighted that links prep includes playing local courses and adjusting travel to the time zone.