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When you get to the tee on a really long par 5, I know…

“When you get to the tee on a really long par 5, I know what you're feeling. You want to let the shaft out on the driver and try to bomb it down there. I get the same feeling. But a big tee shot is not always the best strategy, especially on a long hole.” quote by Ernie Els
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“When you get to the tee on a really long par 5, I know what you're feeling. You want to let the shaft out on the driver and try to bomb it down there. I get the same feeling. But a big tee shot is not always the best strategy, especially on a long hole.”

Ernie Els

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A powerful tee shot can be tempting, but strategic play often beats raw power on long holes.

In simple terms: Power isn’t always best.

Key Takeaway

Choose strategy over force.

Themes

sports strategy decisionmaking

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • golf tournaments
  • career decisions
  • project planning
  • investment choices

Key Concepts

risk management game theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you prioritize precision?
  • What risks does power pose?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on power can lead to mistakes.

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