George Knudson vs Stan Leonard 1964 | Shell's Wonderful World of Golf
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- The infamous battle between the two great Canadians, George Knudson and Stan Leonard, at Capilano Golf Club in West Vancouver. The first half is high-quality video. The second half, not so much, but I wanted viewers to see the whole match. Enjoy.
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It's so wonderful to see the players using long irons for their approach shots into a par 4 green. We don't see that anymore in the modern professional game. It's all Driver - Wedge now. Great upload.
Great comment. It's a totally different game now. Cheers
Very true! I lay the complete blame on the USGA. They let the ball and equipment get to a ridiculous point . Playing some of the same courses, some modern pros are hitting the ball the ball 30 to 40 yards farther than Jack Nicklaus. They should be ashamed.
Ashamed of what?
In one additional comment, not only was this Knudson's finest putting performance, it was the only time it could be referred to as putting!! His other putting performances in televised matches were so miserable that they totally undermined his tee to green artistry. That he won eight times on tour is a testament to his shotmaking brilliance. The more George Knudson videos of any kind, the better!!
Well said Donald. A question I ponder from time to time is just how many wins George would have had with even half-decent putting?
George, what a swing,! Stan too. Just fantastic. This is great, thanks Trevor
Thanks so much for sharing this video! Been looking for the full version for a long time.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I worked for Mr. Leonard at the Desert Island CC in Rancho Mirage, CA in 1975 and 1976. I remember him as a nice man who demanded a good work ethic and great customer service. I really didn't know about his achievements, but he did help me with my golf. It's been interesting, over the years, to learn more about his career. Thank you for posting this video.
Thanks for the upload, always love to see new (old) shell matches and this course is stunning. Knudson is a great player to watch as well. Both guys on fire for a stretch.
It is truly a beautiful course. I appreciate your comment. Cheers my friend
that 3 iron shot at 7:25 was absolute butter.
(Edit: had tee shot yards initially but was corrected)
Agreed.
265 was the tee shot.
@@chrisbeeton9903ah you’re right I missed that part. Thought he was describing the approach. Even still an immaculate swing
3 iron from about 170 yards!
Wonderful! thanks.
Cheers!
This has got to be one of the best matches ever!
Agreed my friend!
luv watching Stan slap the putt with his right wrist like Casper & Palmer....another era 👍
Indeed, it is a different time. Thanks for the comment.
To comment further, Knudson played the par fives in five under par!! This is a perfect example of what an artist the sweet swinging Canadian was. George Knudson's swing had to be top five all time. And he was an even greater striker of the ball. Like Hogan, Knudson was calable of incredibke rounds when the blade cooperated.
Thought I'd seen them all, but wow was i wrong! Saved for multiple views for friends. Hitting 2 irons, 4 woods etc...did they ever show or comment on the balls being used other than they were the American size? I also liked lumber video!
Nice video
Cheers
The year I was born , 59 years ago … wow!
these guys could putt. enjoyed the match.
Capilano- like many of Canada's best course, designed but the great Stanley Thompson.
I have a good copy if you’d like me to post. You mentioned the second half has quality issues.
Much like Ben Hogan in the Shells World of golf matchup with his great rival Sam Snead. Knudson was his usual phenomenal self from tee to green. Only this time, he renembered his putter!! Had Knudson been even a decent putter, he would have been an all time great. This match shows how incredible he could have been with all facets working. YES, HE WAS THAT GREAT A BALL STRIKER. Its a treat to watch this artist at work. Bravo, Trevor Stymie!!
Well said Donald! Appreciate the comment.
George Knudson>>>>Set on a shaft plane and at impact HE returned it right back to the same shaft plane! making him a single planer!!
Just realized we don't need the new drivers out there.