Why does everyone love Freddie Couples?

I never understood why we all love Fred Couples. Is it just because of his easy beautiful swing? In the 90s he was probably just about everyones favorite golfer. Even now, he's loved by most golf fans.

I think it's his swing, his seemingly cool demeanor, and he just really seems to enjoy playing. Plus if you listen to other pro's they all love him so he must just be a really likable guy. I was at the At&t; National 2 years ago and freddie hit one a little left close to the rope he came up to his ball had a wait and talked with this random family until he had to hit. That kind of stuff goes a long way with people.

He is really a pleasant guy to be around.  Nothing fake about Freddie.

What's not to like?

He is the personification of cool.  But he can't always be as cool as his demeanor suggests.  Not possible.

From what I hear from someone who's spent some time around him at a club in AZ, what you see is what you get.  This is not some sort of a facade.

He lived in South Florida for a number of years and was just known as a real guy just like you see him on TV.  He is not pretentious, but just the kind of guy you would want in your foursome.

He was fun to watch in his prime.  Given his popularity, I'd bet most fans probably think his playing record is much better than it really is

I like Freddie's swing, but he's always seemed a bit empty to me somehow?  Kind of like that really good looking girl who gets everything she wants out of life simply because she's so good looking.  I could be way off base with this, so it's not like I dislike the guy, but I don't see the reason for all the adoration he seems to get from the fans because he's so "cool".  I guess I'm more of a prove to me you're cool and then I'll believe it.  Also I've never seen anything about his sense of style (personality, behavior, or appearance) that made me automatically think he's cool.  Young Arnie was always cool, Jack in the 70's was cool.  They just were, it didn't have to be explained, their personality and sense of style made it unavoidable.  Freddie's just laid back and also happens to be a great golfer.  Kind of like that really hot chick who always gets her way...

Well he's from WA, so he's got extra cool points for that fact.

Im not crazy about him and I never have been,the dude just seems odd to me like he just smoked a big bong hit or something.

The fact that he was on top at the time I started playing is why I think I like him. But I like his laid back style too. Wish I could stay that calm when missing a short putt!

The guy also seems to have what it takes to win a lot of dough in skins games, or at least he has in the past.  And I'm talking serious coin, more than his "fair share" in fact.  That is something I admire.  I mean, why can't I do that .......

ive never really liked him...his attitude seems cool, but i dont trust a man who doesnt wear socks or who doesnt use a golf glove.  just me.  and i dont really like his swing.

Not challanging your opinion but I gotta ask, what is it about his swing you do not like?

He probably has one of the most enviable swings on tour.

I would love to read your analysis.

If you actually look at his swing in slow motion, it's not as pretty or enviable as it looks in real speed.

That's a good thing right?

The bong part, not the part about you not being crazy about him

Luckily when he scorches the ball at regular speed the ball doesn't know how bad the swing was in slow motion.

I'm actually surprised he's won as many tournaments as he has. I got used to Freddie and Tom Watson missing 8 foot birdies putts all day long in the 90s.

I'll be damned if I know the attraction either??  always wondered.

I understand that Freddy is not the sharpest tool in the shed either