2019
Augusta National Women’s Amateur
“I think to win at Augusta National, just to get to walk the fairways and walk up 18 with as many fans as there were, it’s an experience like none other.” — Jennifer Kupcho after winning the inaugural Augusta National Women’s Amateur in an unforgettable final match against future national champion Maria Fassi.
“I think that’s what women’s golf should look like every Sunday on the last group. It’s the players’ responsibility for it to be like that, and I know that’s the way I want to be for the rest of my life.” — Fassi after displaying incredible sportsmanship in the final round.
World, meet Amy Bockerstette
“No, I’ve got this.” — Amy Bockerstette, the golfer with Down syndrome who went viral with an incredible par at the 2019 Phoenix Open.
Sergio Garcia’s emotional year
“I am an emotional player and while I believe that’s one of my biggest strengths, it’s also one of my biggest flaws. I’m focused on working hard to channel that emotion the correct way and to be the best me, learn from it and move forward.” — Sergio Garcia after throwing a tempter tantrum in the bunker at the Saudi International, where he was eventually disqualified.
Presidents Cup
“Abe wanted it, he got it.” — Tiger Woods after defeating Abraham Ancer in singles, who previously said he wanted to play Woods.
“When you make birdies, you don’t hear much.” — Patrick Reed on dealing with the jeers from International fans following his Hero World Challenge rules violation.
Jack being Jack
“There’s been a lot of mileage out of just a two-foot putt.” — Jack Nicklaus on the 50-year anniversary of his famous Ryder Cup concession.
Phil Mickelson on Magnolia Lane
“There’s nothing better than being in contention on the weekend at the Masters driving up Magnolia Lane. I’ve got a great pairing today with Matt Kuchar. Obviously, we’re not going to have any side action today because I’d probably see like .06 percent if I did win. But we’re going to have a great day.” — Phil Mickelson while cruising down Magnolia Lane on the weekend at the Masters makes joke referencing Matt Kuchar’s caddie payment controversy earlier in the year at the 2019 Masters. Isn’t Lefty being on Twitter just the best?
Golf’s newest rivalry?
“I’ve been out here for, what, five years? Rory hasn’t won a major since I’ve been on the PGA Tour. So I just don’t view it as a rivalry,” — Brooks Koepka shuts down any notion of a rivalry with Rory McIlroy. Both players are also featured on Golfweek’s top players of the decade.