Sergio Garcia: The Surprising Choice for His Favorite Major Championship
In a world where golf legends are often synonymous with the iconic Masters Tournament, Sergio Garcia has thrown a curveball by naming a different major as his favorite. Despite his spectacular triumph at Augusta National in 2017, the Spanish golf maestro revealed his heart lies with another championship.
Sergio Garcia stands tall among Europe’s golfing elite, boasting an illustrious career with 11 PGA Tour victories and an impressive 16 wins on the DP World Tour. His Ryder Cup record is equally remarkable, holding the highest point tally ever achieved in the competition, with a stunning 28.5 points across ten appearances.
While his crowning career achievement remains his memorable Masters win, Garcia recently stunned fans by naming the Open Championship as his favorite major, a sentiment he shared during an interview with football legend Gary Neville. “No, funnily enough, Gary, it’s not the Masters. I love the Masters, but my favorite major is the Open,” Garcia confessed.
For Garcia, the British Open Championship embodies the essence of European golf. Growing up in Spain, where the Masters wasn’t readily accessible on television, the Open was a beacon of inspiration. “As a youngster, I played a lot in the UK on those challenging links courses and always loved them,” he explained. Victories in the British Boys’ and British Amateur tournaments solidified his affinity for the Open, a title he’s come tantalizingly close to claiming on multiple occasions. “It’s definitely the one I’ve always loved the most,” he admitted, despite the elusive nature of the trophy.
Turning the spotlight back to his Masters victory, Garcia reflected on the most unforgettable moment of that fateful tournament. Surprisingly, it wasn’t the climactic winning putt or the ceremonious donning of the Green Jacket that stood out to him. Instead, it was an eagle putt on the 15th hole that left an indelible mark. “The energy I felt when I made that putt was incredible,” he recounted. “To experience that at the Masters with a chance of winning the Green Jacket was an unbelievable feeling, with energy coursing through the grandstands. It was truly something special.”
Sergio Garcia’s revelations not only highlight his deep-rooted connection to the Open Championship but also offer a glimpse into the pivotal moments that define a champion’s journey. As he continues to chase victory in his cherished major, golf enthusiasts worldwide will undoubtedly keep a keen eye on his pursuit of the elusive Open title.
