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My post was not mean't to be negative in anyway but for Jay to have 2 chances to hold the trophy and and barely miss both times would be painful to any competitor.

I knew that, mb, and probably should have opened with that understanding. You have always supported this site and those associated with it, and I sincerely appreciate that.

I responded as directly as I did because one of the biggest problems these tour players have is being so doggone hard on themselves. The game of golf is so demanding and its margins for error are so small that negative situations are the norm. And it is way too easy to internalize the pain and frustration.

Dealing with the realities of the game is an everpresent challenge for the playing professional. In fact, I am convinced that negative 'self talk' is a major reason why many wonderfully talented golfers never reach a fraction of their potential. Personally, I think 'coping skills' should be part of the basic training of a professional golfer. Otherwise, the frustration will be met with anger or depression or drugs or alcohol or some lethal combination of the four. That way lies broken relationships, careers and dreams, and the wise choose another road.