Ian Poulter Watch

[mvmac]

Ian Poulter needs 31K this week at the Valero Texas Open to keep his card.

Does he get the job done? 

FYI last year at the same tournament eight played were T29 and they earned 37K. Looks like the last time Poulter played in the Texas Open was in '13 and he finished T37.

https://thegolfnewsnet.com/golfnewsnetteam/2016/04/24/2016-valero-texas-open-leaderboard-results-prize-money-payouts-18284/

Some of the comments from the IG post below.

 

[chris3putt]

Wow, big week for him. Never had a problem with Poulter. For a self confessed "golf club pro" he's done fairly well on the big show. He punched above his weight at the Ryder Cup, due to his love of match play, which ironically is probably why he hasn't performed to a similar level on tour. I voted 'yes', as I think he is at his best when he has his back to the wall.

Edited April 17, 2017 by chris3putt
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[JetFan1983]

Not a fan. I'm tempted to tweet this at him lol:

 

[krupa]

The guy comes off as an a-hole so I'm not pulling for him but I think he will do it. 

[No Mulligans]

Just looked at the field, the highest ranking player is Patrick Reed with a World Golf Ranking of 15, 2nd highest ranking player is Brendan Grace with a World Golf Ranking of 21 (unless I missed someone).

That's a pretty weak field overall, bodes well for his chances.

I hope he pulls it off, the golf world needs a villain.

[Divot Master]

Would need about a top 30 finish?

[Vinsk]

4 hours ago, mvmac said:

 

FYI last year at the same tournament eight played were T29 and they earned 37K. Looks like the last time Poulter played in the Texas Open was in '13 and he finished T37.

But there wasn't really anything 'on the line' then right? His recent Ryder Cup play wasn't stellar, but I think overall he'll pull it off. I'm not a Poulter fan by any means. But he usually seems to be able to scrap when something important is at stake.

[mvmac]

31 minutes ago, Vinsk said:

But there wasn't really anything 'on the line' then right?

Nothing like this week, no. The commentators on Sunday said Poulter looked anxious before his round so I'm thinking he's going to be pretty nervy this week.

33 minutes ago, Vinsk said:

But he usually seems to be able to scrap when something important is at stake.

He does but I still voted No 

[gregsandiego]

7 hours ago, mvmac said:

Ian Poulter needs 31K this week at the Valero Texas Open to keep his card.

Does he get the job done? 

FYI last year at the same tournament eight played were T29 and they earned 37K. Looks like the last time Poulter played in the Texas Open was in '13 and he finished T37.

https://thegolfnewsnet.com/golfnewsnetteam/2016/04/24/2016-valero-texas-open-leaderboard-results-prize-money-payouts-18284/

Some of the comments from the IG post below.

 

Why is Poulter so disliked? 
All I remember about him is he seeks out revenge for people that troll him on twitter.

[krupa]

5 hours ago, gregsandiego said:

Why is Poulter so disliked? 
All I remember about him is he seeks out revenge for people that troll him on twitter.

In general he comes off as a pompous asshole.  One recent example is that he blamed a photographer for distracting him: here  

[David in FL]

I've never understood the hate.  I don't have any problem with him.

I think he makes it.  

[Wally Fairway]

It could be that he flaunts his wealth, some people don't really take to that and he likes to show off his Ferrari fleet.

[Bucki1968]

I don't really hate him. Not a huge fan either. Really could care less if he makes it or not although he has been making cuts and playing better. I think he will earn enough to hang around another year or two.

[TN94z]

I voted yes. I haven't had a chance to look at the field but based off the comment above, if the field is on the weaker side, I think he gets it.

[iacas]

2 hours ago, David in FL said:

I've never understood the hate.  I don't have any problem with him.

You've likely never really interacted with him.

I voted no.

Fingers crossed.

[Gator Hazard]

Lol! Tough crowd. He always has his clothing line to fall back on.....or not! 

[skydog]

12 minutes ago, iacas said:

You've likely never really interacted with him.

Would love to hear more about this...

I'm in the "no" camp as well. At least that's what I'm hoping for.

[Wanzo]

I voted yes since he seemed to play ok last week and has played well at times under pressure before.  But I agree with some that I'd be ok if he didn't make it....he's kind of easy to cheer against.