Yeah I got on in the center of the green with a wedge. I was the only one in our foursome to stay dry. It's really not a hard shot.
Just finished Bay Hill. Shot a 91. Played well for the first 8 holes then had a rough stretch (started on 10). Made par on 6 which is a great hole. Made double on 18 which really made me mad.
Both courses look way different in person than on TV. Bay Hill really can't compare to Sawgrass. I realize they are different styles of courses, but for the most part Bay Hill just felt like a really nice country club course. I was actually surprised that it's a Tour stop, while playing it. It didn't feel like a championship level course. That said, it was not in its best shape and I'm sure that they have it much better during tournament time,plus I'm sure they grow the rough out and speed up the greens. Either way, the design didn't stand out, other than a few holes. Not sure how to say what I'm thinking but it just didn't have much character or nuance. Just not memorable.
Still was a blast to play it. I feel like you learn a lot about golf simply by playing Tour courses. And I've only played a few, so this was a great experience. I should have broken 90 both days but I'm still happy with a couple 91s.
Side note: Florida in the summer is the most miserable place on earth. I was born and raised in Texas and have played golf in both Texas and Las Vegas summers, but Florida easily was the most uncomfortable. There was basically no wind either day, and the sun and humidity were like nothing I've ever felt. The amount of sweat I produced was frightening. I always thought we had it the worst in Texas, but I have changed my mind for sure.