Sepp Straka played brilliantly at 'The American Express', closing with a bogey-free 64 to reach 23-under and take a four-shot lead. Comparing this performance with days earlier, Straka shared it was quite different.
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Although he was aware of the challenges of this golf course, this great golfer remained focused, knowing what to expect. The Austrian is not satisfied with some aspects of the game, but overall he can be delighted with the advantage.
It was very different [from the Stadium Course on Friday], said Straka as quoted by Golf Today.
Honestly, off the tee its a little more, I guess, a little tighter. Its not as much penalty areas out here as there is at Stadium, but you still have to drive it really well. I did that great today. Iron play was not as good today as yesterday, had to make a lot of putts, fortunately the putter was really hot, especially early in the round."
Sepp Straka: I think Stadiums the type of course where no leads safe
The Austrian has experience playing in such tournaments, drawing a parallel between the American Express and the Honda Classic. Sepp Straka feels that having an advantage on courses like the Stadium Course is not a big deal, knowing that a lot can change in a short period of time.
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The popular golfer emphasizes that he must continue as he has been doing so, aware that this is an opportunity that should not be missed.
I think Stadiums the type of course where no leads safe. I think my first win I got at Honda its a very similar golf course, and there I think five shots back at the start of the day. So theres no lead is safe, you just got to keep hitting your spots, and you really got to strike the ball well out there, so thats really what Im looking for tomorrow is just a good solid ball-striking round.- he concluded.
