Adam Scott wins Australian Open
Greg Norman was able to present the Stonehaven Cup to fellow countryman Adam Scott after Adam’s win at the Australian Open. Here’s an excerpt of the story, you can read the full story by clicking here.
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PGA of Australia
SYDNEY, Australia – It was the warm embrace between Australian golf’s past and its present, between two players who are among the most criticised of their respective eras.
When Adam Scott lifted the Stonehaven Cup after winning the 2009 Australian Open on Sunday, recording his first victory on home soil, he sought out five-time national champion Greg Norman for a special thank you hug on the NSW Golf Club’s 18th.
When many figured Scott’s full potential was destined never to be realized, Norman was one of the few believers.
The Great White Shark knows all about being written off and stuck solid to the player rated his heir apparent, controversially choosing him in his Presidents Cup team this year when Scott’s form didn’t warrant it.
Scott didn’t forget that support after cruising to victory in the Australian Open, a final-round 72 securing a five-stroke win over compatriot Stuart Appleby.
Asked what Norman had said when he handed him the trophy, Scott replied: “He said ‘It’s about bloody time’.”"Greg and I have a fairly close relationship and obviously he’s a big supporter of mine and I wish I could have played this well for him at the Presidents Cup,” Scott said.
“He’s my hero. I’ve said that all along and he’s been so generous to me with so many things and countless bits of advice on the game.”
“He can see inside that I want it badly, which some people may not see, but he knows me well and he can see that I want it badly and I work hard for it.”
