Padraig Harrington - Part 2 (The Early Years - Continued)

FORE the Good of the Game

Get ready for an engaging conversation with the winner of 37 professional events (so far) Padraig Harrington, a golfing great whose amateur record is as impressive as his professional career. We'll kick off this episode reminiscing about Padraig's early golf influences, particularly his admiration for Christy O'Connor Sr. and his 'perfect golf swing'. Listen in as he recounts his early amateur successes featuring three Walker Cups that included a win over the U.S. side at Royal Porthcawl in 1995. He remembers when it first dawned on him that he could play poorly and still score well, a learning that instilled confidence in him at a young age when he already possessed a brilliant short game.
As we move forward, we'll explore Padraig's significant transition from amateur to pro. His impressive amateur success led to high expectations when he turned pro, but he had to face immense pressure playing in the qualification round of the European Championships. You'll hear about his unique style of play, which surprisingly, led to some overlooking him in the media. His first event on the pro tour in Kenya and his success in the PGA Championship in South Africa promise for some gripping tales.
Wrapping up our conversation, we delve into the competitive golfing scene in Ireland during his junior years, and the benefits of playing in the country. Padraig shares fascinating stories of the great Irish players he grew up hearing about or playing alongside. From the legacy of the Ryder Cup in Ireland to the story of Fred Daly, J.B. Carr, and Jimmy Bruen, this episode is rich in Irish golf history. So, whether you're a golf enthusiast or just love a good story, don't miss out on this delightful journey as we continue with Padraig Harrington's life story, "FORE the Good of the Game."

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"FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.”

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Chapters

1. Padraig Harrington - Part 2 (The Early Years - Continued) (00:00:00)

2. Golfing Influences and Amateur Record (00:00:15)

3. Early Golf Career and Turning Pro (00:04:53)

4. Amateur Golfer's Transition to the Pros (00:16:17)

5. [Ad] Did I Tell You About My Albatross (00:18:29)

6. (Cont.) Amateur Golfer's Transition to the Pros (00:18:30)

7. First Pro Event on European Tour (00:23:39)

8. Golf, Competitions, and Learning From Pros (00:29:57)

9. Reflecting on Golf Influences and Stories (00:37:08)

10. Padraig Harrington's Golf Career Journey (00:45:55)