This tournament has it all, but not just because of the sporting spectacle: J.J. Spaun has declared his love for English culture and the atmosphere surrounding the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth, calling it "wonderful" and "top drawer." A statement that resonates well with fans and shows that golf is more than just scorecards.
The U.S. pro, who recently finished his second round on the challenging course, spoke about how while the trip was "purely golf," the proximity to London provided him and his family with the necessary "fix for English culture." It's certainly relatable when a top golfer expresses such enthusiasm.
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Spaun himself played a stellar round on Friday. After a solid 70 to start, he followed up with a 66, putting him at a strong 8-under par after 36 holes. This was enough for a tie for 6th place, close behind leader Ryan Gerard. With such a performance and enthusiasm for the country and its people, it's clear: the event has left its mark on him. Spaun has already indicated that he intends to play a more global or European schedule in the future.
"It's been wonderful. We love coming here, in the atmosphere, the English culture, we love it. "Being in this area kind of gives us our fix for English culture and enjoying the local things to be had. We just love being in this part of the world, and it's a fun week for my
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No wonder, as Spaun didn't hold back his praise for Wentworth itself. He called the facilities and the club "magnificent" and emphasized that "everything is first-class." For him, it's clear why this tournament is the flagship event of the DP World Tour. The community, the fans – all "brilliant."
Things are going well for Spaun, not just on the course but off it too. Anyone who brings such positive energy has what it takes to play a significant role in the top tier of European golf for a long time. The stage is set for an exciting weekend, and Spaun is right in the thick of the title contention.
