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Forum Thread of the Day: “Robert Garrigus handed three-month suspension after testing positive for marijuana”
Today’s Forum Thread of the Day comes from lawsonman who began the thread discussing Robert Garrigus’ three-month ban for testing positive for marijuana. Our members discuss the ban handed to him by the PGA Tour, as well as the following statement which Garrigus posted on social media on Friday.
This is my statement regarding my suspension by the PGA TOUR. pic.twitter.com/isatq7c9Mx
— Robert Garrigus (@garrigus_robert) March 22, 2019
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion at the link below.
- marmosskapaul: “The problem with pot is that it stays in your system too long. IDK if there is any way to measure the amount of THC like alcohol breathalyzer for people driving or not. What amount is permissible and what amount is not.?? That is going to be the problem with drug legalization. Will employers put up with a positive blood test?? You come to work with alcohol in your system, and most places fire you. You get pulled over driving..you get arrested. Will be interesting how it pans out. I’m ok with legalization, and I personally can’t stand a THC buzz…but doesn’t bother me if others smoke or eat it around me.”
- Ashley Schaeffer: “I honestly didn’t know they tested for weed. Testing golfers for weed in my neck of the woods would be like testing baristas for kale in Portland.”
- Swisstrader98: “Yet another reason millennials are running away from the game…weed is the opposite of PED’s.”
Entire Thread: “Robert Garrigus handed three-month suspension after testing positive for marijuana”
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Equipment
Most forgiving players irons? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing players irons. WRXer ‘NorthTXGolf’ is on the hunt for some new irons but is putting a priority on forgiveness, and has reached out to fellow members who have been sharing their thoughts and advice on the subject in our forum.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- Sam217: “i230 has got to be one of the most forgiving players irons available. Cobra King Tour another. Don’t sleep on the New Level 480 DB coming out soon.”
- RangeBaller: “ZX5/ZX7 and i230 should definitely be in your testing pool.”
- YAMS49: “Another I210 homie here… Very highly recommended if you want/need spin and a consistent yardage.”
- golf-RN: “I second the Cobra King Tour irons. I am not the greatest ballstriker by any stretch of the imagination and I find the King Tours very forgiving. Toe strikes might lose 5 or 6 yards with no directional loss. You definitely feel the miss though lol but mishits from the center aren’t punished too hard regarding distance.”
Entire Thread: “Most forgiving Players irons? – GolfWRXers discuss”
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Equipment
What’s the perfect mini-driver/shaft combo? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing Mini-Drivers and accompanying shafts. WRXer ‘JamesFisher1990’ is about to purchase a BRNR Mini and is torn on what shaft weight to use, and our members have been sharing their thoughts and set ups in our forum.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- PARETO: “New BRNR at 13.5. Took it over to TXG (Club Champ but TXG will always rule) in Calgary for a fit. Took the head down to 12, stuck in a Graphite Design AD at 3 wood length and 60g. Presto- numbers that rivaled my G430Max but with waaaaay tighter dispersion. Win.”
- driveandputtmachine: “Still playing a MIni 300. The head was only 208, so I ordered a heavier weight and play it at 3 wood length. I am playing a Ventus Red 70. I play 70 grams in my fairways. I use it mainly to hit draws off the tee. When I combine me, a driver, and trying to hit a draw it does not work out well most of the time. So the MIni is for that. As an aside, I have not hit the newest BRNR, but the previous model wasn’t great off the deck. The 300 Mini is very good off the deck.”
- JAM01: “Ok, just put the BRNR in the bag along side a QI10 max and a QI10 3 wood. A load of top end redundancy. But, I have several holes at my two home courses where the flight and accuracy of the mini driver helps immensely. Mine is stock Proforce 65 at 13.5, I could see a heavier shaft, but to normal flex, as a nice alternative.”
Entire Thread: “What’s the perfect Mini-Driver/Shaft combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
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19th Hole
Why Ludvig Aberg is my new favorite player – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing one of the new sensations in the world of golf – Ludvig Aberg. The 24-year-old finished solo second at the Masters a couple of weeks ago, and gained many plaudits, including from several WRXers.
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One member, RoyalMustang, took to the forums to explain why Aberg is now their favorite player, saying:
“I loved the way the Ludvig was out there, having a great time, not taking himself or the situation too seriously. Even after the double at 11, he was like “well, that’s golf!” Loose and relaxed: that’s the way to play. It’s obvious he loves what he’s doing, he loves the big moments, and he loves being a part of it all.
Arnold Palmer was viewed that way. Just like Brooks Robinson was forever viewed as not just a great baseball player, but a great human being and friend to Baltimore.”
And our members have been reacting and sharing their positive takes on the young Swede.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- redfirebird08: “Ludvig has a great attitude, a great smile, and a great golf swing.”
- otto6457: “I’m very lucky to have talked with Ludde several times at the Rawls Course at Texas Tech. He’s a truly nice guy and very friendly. Always said hello when we passed each other in the club house and was always smiling. Watching him hit balls on the range was a joy. He has “that sound” and trajectory to die for. There were many times he was out on the range in 30+ mph winds just hitting the most beautiful shots that just seemed to ignore the wind. World class ball striker. And yes……..I am a fan boy.”
- konklifer: “I like him. In an era of endless waggles and laboring, his swing and pace of play are a joy to watch.
Entire Thread: “Why Ludvig Aberg is my new favorite player – GolfWRXers discuss”
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Mike Grove
Mar 26, 2019 at 4:50 am
Question, would you rather be in a room full of drunks or a room full of stoners? One room is looking for fights the other is looking for pizza…
Richard Douglas
Mar 26, 2019 at 3:20 am
Suspended for marijuana? Really? In this day and age? Whatever for?
It’s not like marijuana use gives you a competitive advantage. Unlike beta-blockers, marijuana goes directly against one’s motor skills.
Alcohol is a drug and it’s not tested for. Why? Because it’s legal and no one gets an advantage by using it. (Although some do claim a benefit in consuming a bit of “swing oil” at the turn. I think that’s just rationalization.)
That leaves legality, and that’s changing. Is it really the Tour’s responsibility to enforce legality? Do they audit tax returns submitted by Tour players? Do they follow their courtesy cars to ensure they obey all traffic laws?
This is stupid. It’s juvenile. And, as far as competition on the Tour goes, it’s irrelevant. I guess that’s why the Tour just couldn’t resist. Idiots.
Physician
Mar 25, 2019 at 5:24 pm
Marijuana is toxic. Period. ‘Experts’ claiming it’s healthy is sickening– my medical experience with it tells a different story. Garrigus needs help, but at least this is raising awareness for all those needing and seeking sobriety.
Richard Douglas
Mar 26, 2019 at 3:21 am
So what does that have to do with suspending him from competition? How is that any of the Tour’s business?
Mike Grove
Mar 26, 2019 at 5:27 am
And alcohol isn’t?
BB
Mar 25, 2019 at 3:26 pm
No hope without my dope!
P
Mar 25, 2019 at 2:51 pm
Try eating a boat load of poppy seeds and ask your employer to drug test you and tell us what happened
Dan
Mar 25, 2019 at 2:04 pm
Marijuana is def a touchy subject. And I highly doubt he would play stoned.
Waaaaaaa
Mar 25, 2019 at 2:54 pm
Not touchy at all.
It’s helps some people. And it’s a drug of abuse and that is why it’s banned.
Legal status means nothing. Many drugs are legal everywhere but they’re banned in sports. That’s the point.
Cant play by the rules? Don’t play.
JThunder
Mar 25, 2019 at 5:06 pm
Golf has a long, long history of alcohol abuse on and off the golf course. I don’t see any difference, other than alcohol has a longer history of legal and social acceptance (Prohibition aside). I’d suggest the ill effects are worse than weed, both short and long-term, but the “right” people push for it’s acceptance, whereas weed is Willie Nelson and Rastas.
Do they test for alcohol? I wonder if nicotine should be classified a PED. Surely the most abused drug in modern times.
Richard Douglas
Mar 26, 2019 at 3:24 am
Except when the rules are really stupid, like here.
“And it’s a drug of abuse and that is why it’s banned.”
Your logic is weak. Alcohol is abused far more frequently and widely than is marijuana, but it is not banned.
No, this is about demonizing marijuana, which powerful agents in society have done since its rise in popularity during Prohibition.
You’re welcome to point to even one interest of the Tour’s being served by testing players for marijuana use. I’d love to hear that one.
C
Mar 26, 2019 at 8:21 am
“Cant play by the rules? Don’t play.”
While I don’t agree that marijuana usage should be frowned upon, I do agree with your statement. Thems the rules.
JaY Hovorka
Mar 25, 2019 at 1:49 pm
Crazy…..if the golfer had cancer guess they Couldnt treat….im a Decent player but can’t play “stoned”….if the PRE just left it alone….poor play would take care of the problem