The biggest test of patience on the golf course isn't the difficult shots, but the professional golfers who simply aren't ready when it's their turn. This very issue frustrates even a Major champion like Ryan Fox to no end, because the basics like checking yardage, club selection, and making a decision beforehand should be standard for every Tour pro. It's a small detail that is constantly overlooked, yet it kills the pace of play.
Fox, himself one of the faster players on Tour, understands that play slows down with high stakes and challenging courses, but a lack of readiness is a no-go. He advocates for awareness and education rather than rigid rules that are difficult to enforce. He knows what he's talking about, having served on a committee that grappled with these very issues.
Following His Open Championship Win
Fox recently spoke these clear words as he prepared for the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club, which took took place from October 15th to 18th, 2026. His triumph at The Open this year has thrust him into the spotlight and significantly increased the pressure – including on time management. This means every shot counts, and every second is under scrutiny.
Clever Club Selection
Incidentally, Fox had an interesting tactic for the tight course in Delhi: He left his driver in the bag and opted for a 2-iron instead. With the narrow fairways, sharp doglegs, and thick rough, precision was more important than pure distance. This shows that, in the end, it's not just speed that counts, but also clever strategy to master the game successfully.
