AUSTIN, Texas — Earlier this month, the USGA and R&A announced plans to reduce distance at the game’s elite levels, using the golf ball to do so. Sam Burns was among the PGA Tour players to show their displeasure, the former Louisiana State star saying the move was “silly,” and insisting that fans come out to see players unleash massive drives.
“At the end of the day no matter what it is, we’re an entertainment sport and I don’t think people necessarily want to come out here and watch guys hit it shorter,” Burns said. “They enjoy watching guys go out there and hit it 350 yards.”
