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2003 comments on David Duval
More recent comments from 2005 and 2006 are here, and from 2004 here.
Christy from Atlanta
writes:
"I'm sure you've encountered a great number of "fair weather friends" and the "what have you done
lately?" individuals. Just know that you have true and loyal fans that appreciate your accomplishments, your focus and your drive."
Ed (and Kari) Mcgrain,
Stony Brook, NY 11790 say:
"No new panacea here, just know you have an awful lot of fans [yours truly, in particular].
You have been to hell and back as a youngster, overcame that and became the best in the world in the game that, to me, is by far the most difficult to
excel at. I need not remind you of that Sunday final round at the Bob Hope
Classic, nor your little trip to the British Open [and could easily had been two wins here, if your back didn't go out of whack].
Here I go, sounding like a shrink, but believe me, I don't intend to. Just want to see you on the course again and my wife and I can again marvel at your magnificent all around ability and appreciate your endowed grey matter.
Pls get well, hurry back and know you are missed!"
Chad from Ohio
writes:
"David, I hate to watch and hear what is going on with you. I admire your game and your attitude. I watched and followed you in Miami (Doral) and I admired the way you handled yourself when things weren't going well. You will be back. And myself and all of the rest of your fans will be cheering loudly. Good luck David."
David from East Colorado
says:
"David, you will be alright, and everything will work out. All of us "David's" know what you are going thru, but you are truly a champion, so do it to it! Good skill to you, ALWAYS!"
Anthony Thomas from
Munich, Germany writes:
"David, I don't want to write a soppy sympathetic letter, that's the last thing you need. You're
a major winner and don't need advice from the mere 6 handicapper I am. You need to remined yourself of who you are, what you have achieved. You have shot 59. You have been the number one in golf. You are a major Winner. The winner of countless tour titles. No one can take that away from you, no one.
Remember, how did you win those championships? Did you think of yourself as a mouse? Did you think
your swing didn't work? Did you think you couldn't do it? Hell you did! You thought of yourself as one of the best players in the world, something you have every
right to! You are one of the best players the game has seen! So think of yourself as one of the best! Go out and win."
Dale Brackett from South Carolina
says:
"David: I am a big fan who has followed you since you joined the PGA Tour. I remember watching you win the
2001 British Open, which I think is one of the classic major victories of all time. I know that you are experiencing some tough times right now, but I am always cheering for you. I know that you will soon be back at the top. My best for you."
Greg Earick, Carlsbad, CA
writes:
"I have suffered from bouts of vertigo. Can't imagine having to make a living relying on my balance and hand-eye coordination when one of these bouts pops up. Hang in there, it gets better!"
Andy from Calgary
says:
"The only thing sweeter than climbing a mountain is climbing it again when no one thinks you can do it. After all, if golf was easy, it wouldn't be any fun. Its inside you DD!"
Ken from Snellville GA
writes:
"David relax and be true to yourself. I have watched you since your Georgia Tech days and you have the game to win it all. Everyone has periods when things don't go right. Just work through it and don't put too much pressure on yourself. All the Georgia boys are pulling for you."
Darla Darnell from ElCajon,
Ca. says:
"I know you will come through this slump. We all are cheering and praying for you."
Kevin K from Taipei
adds:
"David Duval has been my favorite golfer. His calmness on the course is
something I admire and respect. Don't give up David, I am pretty sure one day you will recover and return to your old form!!! Always have hope!"
Jeff from Toronto
writes:
"It's painful but we can make it back!"
Jim from Ireland
says:
"Why doesn't he see a swing coach - it's obvious his swing is very
flat. But Form is temporary, Class is permenent. You'll be back Dave - keep going."
Cole from Denver
writes:
"I saw David win his first at the Michelob Championship one year, then went back and saw him win it the next year. He's got game and I hope he gets it back soon."
Matt from Paris, France
says:
"David, you've got one of the best swings ever. Just keep the faith and
I'm sure that you'll be back on top very soon!"
Keith from Ottawa
writes:
"I hope David can get out of this slump, seeing that I myself am mired in the worst slump of my unheralded recreational golfer career. Keep the faith David and I will do the same."
Gunny USMC says:
"I'd just like to say that DD will be back as the #1 player again. For all the sceptics out there the little kitty is going to fall (Tiger). Stay hard and play your game. Semper FI (Always Faithful)."
A visitor writes:
"Unfortunately, I do not see Duval pulling out of this funk. He hasn't shot a round below par since February...even the worst golfers on Tour can do that. This is reminding me more and more of the collapse that strangled Ian Baker-Finch's career. It's happening and it's
inexplicable as to why."
David from Barnesville
says:
"It seems that everyone has written Duval off due to his inconsistency the past 2 years. But need I remind you that David Duval went almost 3 years before winning his first event and look what happened afterwards, 11 wins in the next 34 tournaments. He just needs to relax and find the golf swing that made him one of the elite golfers in the world. I got faith in you David."
Connie from Michigan
writes:
"Keep looking for you this year and hope you will be back soon. Someone told me you have been sick - dizzy/lightheaded?? If so, I hope you recover soon. You are still my favorite golfer & will remain so."
Brad M. from Tennessee
says:
"I want everyone to know that I have all the faith in the world that Mr. Duval will one day reign again as the #1 player in the world. He is not a fad, and even though he is going through some rough times he will prove what an amazing player he is."
Tony from Augusta
writes:
"I really hope that David can pull out of this slump that he has been in for the past year and a half. You are my favorite player and I need to see more of you on t.v. in 2003, go double
D."
J-Will from Sacramento
adds:
"I took up playing golf in 1998 and have become pretty good in such short time and
I can credit that to Duval. He's been my favorite since I started watching golf and
I try to emulate my game after him. I love his swing and demeanor as well as his talent.
It's been difficult having to see him go through this funk he is currently in and
I dont think anyone wants him to recover from it as badly as I do. I'm pullin' for you
David and I will continue to do so no matter how bad it gets from now until
you're finished. Good luck."
A fan says:
"I hope David has not lost his drive to be a world class golfer.
Someone with
his talent could not be playing this bad this long. It is hard to root for someone if they stop trying."
Steve from California
writes:
"Yeah Duval is struggling right now, but he will turn it around. He was the number one player in '99 and will be again soon. The guy shot a 59, the best score in golf. He just needs to find his swing again and it will all come back."
A visitor says:
"I know that David is having his problems on and off the course, but I still have faith that he will endure. I know that a golfer like him can work through his problems and make it back to the top. A lot of people are already giving up on him, but I know he is still one of the top golfers in the world, and I will stick to my guns when it comes to supporting him."
Sheena from Washington
says:
"David Duval has been my favorite player for many years now, and even though he
is struggling right now, I know he will pull out of it and retain a spot at
the top of the world rankings. He is a great golfer with enormous God given talent, and I know he will be successful
for many years to come.
P.S. I love his sunglasses - they are so cool!"
David writes:
"David you have great talent,and seem to be forgotten because of one
year. I know
when people are least expecting it you will have another year like 1998.
Stay
relaxed; it will happen."
Luke from Mass.
says:
"Duval is due; he has had personal problems and been living in the shadow of
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson since 1999 and I think he is going to put all the pressure of personal problems aside and regain his past focus and dominate the tour as he has done in years past.
People say Tiger's challenge will come from Charles Howell or Sergio but I think everybody has forgot about David . Good luck in 2003 David"
See 2002 comments from fans on David Duval.