There a man toughened by world competition the last 20 years toughed it out. He knew he needed a birdie and found the middle of the fairway, hit his iron behind the hole and made the putt. At least Price would make the cut. But that is not what this proud man wants. Norman himself said yesterday that he has only felt comfortable at Augusta National the last two years.
Price needs to feel comfortable here.
Until that happens he isn't likely to play as he can. Something is getting in the way. Maybe he can begin to find the solution this weekend. It's certain that he and Montgomerie will be looking for something, some good feeling that will help them in the years ahead at the Masters. An eminently playable 71 Let's call this the Price watch.