Another victory for Bubba
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Big-hitting Bubba Watson can’t stop winning…
Bubba finally celebrated his first US PGA Tour win 10 months ago at the Travelers Championship. But since then it’s been a whirlwind, during which he’s won twice more including on Sunday at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
Watson again came out on top after defeating unknown Webb Simpson at the second hole of a play-off after both platyers finished -15.
Ten months, three wins and now Watson sits atop the FedExCup standings for the first time in his career as well as occupying a top 10 slot in the latest World rankings.
“I won the first one and somehow now I’ve got three,” Watson said. “A year ago I was a good player who never won, and now I’ve got three under my belt. So it’s crazy.
“It’s something that I could never dream of. For me to get one was unbelievable. My career was complete. I’ve done it. Then for me to get another one just adds to my career. It’s something I’ve dreamed about doing.”
From 2006 to 2009, Watson had 13 top-10s on the US Tour — but no wins. He also had, many reckoned, a questionable attitude.
That’s when his wife Angie, a former pro basketball player, stepped in and told me he had to be a professional. He had to practice. He couldn’t be lazy. He had to eat properly.
“She told me that I’m playing golf for a living. It’s a dream come true, and I’ve got to play differently. I’ve got to act differently.”
He’s also started playing differently. Once known as just being a long hitter, Watson has combined that with accuracy this season.
Watson leads the Tour in greens in regulation, is third in total driving and eighth in the all-around category.
