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The Leadership Versus Execution Debate and Why David Duval is My Hero

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Leadership versus Execution. Which is accountable for a loss, which is accountable for a win.

That was the crux of the debate between Brandel Chamblee, essentially the Skip Bayless of golf, David Duval, and Frank Nobilo.

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Out of general principle, I always disagree with Brandel Chamblee. But in this case, he is legitimately grasping at straws here. The man could not be more wrong.

“OK, well I know you’re never wrong. I understand that.” – David Duval to Brandel Chamblee

High-five, David Duval.

What Chamblee is saying is Tiger and Phil should be good enough to beat two opposing players at once. Multiple times. That their leadership should be enough to will their playing partners into hitting better shots and making putts. Think about that for a second.

And as far as calling out players from the past like Palmer, Nicklaus, and Price, that is a straw man’s argument. The difference in competition level and talent between the two teams, including an expansion to include all of Europe, is night and day.

No. David Duval is right. This is game is about execution. And when it came down to the last day, both Woods and Mickelson have done just that.

Tiger Woods is 4-1-1 in individual match play in Ryder Cups. Phil is 5-5-1 in individual match play in Ryder Cups.

Brandel Chamblee, as he tends to do, is just saying words. Bravo to Mr. Duval for finally calling him out on it.


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Kris became obsessed with the game of golf after deciding to finally hang up his baseball cleats about four years ago. Still learning the game, he’s leaned on much of the on-line golf community for help and loves to return the favor whenever possible. A contributor to several golf sites in the past, Kris writes from the perspective of your average golfer. One who has a passion for the game, but also has the typical restrictions of life and budget. He can be reached on Twitter at @krismcewen.

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