Two of the three involved in a dramatic play-off putted poorly but got by on their wonderful long-games, whereas under easier conditions the best putter in the field has won both subsequent renewals. Pre-pandemic, this was the most exclusive event of the year, open only to those who had won during the preceding 12 months. He also made very few mistakes, dropping shots on just four of his 36 holes, and my strong suspicion is that we can write off a frustrating couple of days on his return and expect a good deal better over the coming fortnight. If you are concerned about your gambling, please call the National Gambling Helpline / GamCare on 0808 8020 133. That being said, if you find yourself among this cohort, as I do, you'll be tested by the Puerto Rico Open. Another good pointer is River Highlands, where Spieth once edged out subsequent Pebble Beach winner Daniel Berger and where Hadley sprang into life with fifth place last summer, so the idea that this event could and should bring out the best in him has plenty of substance to it. Seamus Power is already there and looked for 36 holes last year as though he'd make this the scene of his second win. Golf Tips: Ben Coley's 8 great punts for this weekend's action The decision to expand the qualification criteria to include some non-winners arguably made sense at the end of a disjointed 2020, but to formalise it now is to cheapen the tournament and remove what made it unique. "@BTBWins Yeah Heritage in particular looks ripe doesn't it; good players at 100+ who actually like the course and want to be there. At the front of the betting, Xander Schauffele makes some appeal as another former champion who has really taken to this Coore and Crenshaw design. Exclusive: SEC builds new tips machine to catch the next Madoff