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Summary

‍Raul Pereda discusses his journey in golf, from his early days in Mexico to playing on the PGA Tour. He shares his experiences as a late bloomer in the sport and the lessons he learned during his college career at Jacksonville University. Raul also talks about his time on the developmental tours and the challenges he faced. He recounts his qualifying school experience and the nail-biting finish that led to a top five finish to secure a PGA Tour card for the 2024 season. He discusses his familiarity with the courses in Jacksonville and how it gave him confidence during the tournament.  Raul P shares his experiences of chipping in for birdies and maintaining composure down the stretch.

Raul also discusses the adjustments he had to make on the PGA Tour and the role of leaderboards in his game. Finally, Raul P talks about equipment changes and adaptation, as well as playing with top-level players. In this conversation, Raul Pereda discusses the importance of high soft shots in golf and how he has been working on improving this aspect of his game. He also talks about the need to adapt to different course conditions and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Raul shares his thoughts on the team behind a professional golfer and the role of coaches. He also discusses the desire for more distance and the importance of setting goals and taking notes. Raul emphasizes the need to develop a love for the game and resilience, especially for junior golfers.

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Takeaways

• Familiarity with the courses can give a player confidence and an advantage during tournaments.
• Managing anxiety and excitement is crucial for success in high-pressure situations.
• Gaining momentum on the back nine can be a game-changer in a tournament.
• Maintaining composure and confidence is key when facing challenges on the course.
• Adapting to the PGA Tour requires adjustments in equipment and playing style. Developing high soft shots is crucial in golf, especially on the PGA Tour.
• Adapting to different course conditions is essential for success in professional golf.
• Surrounding yourself with the right people, including coaches and mentors, can greatly impact your career.
• Setting clear goals, taking notes, and tracking progress are important for improvement in golf.
• Developing a love for the game and resilience are key qualities for junior golfers.

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Chapters

02:56 Early Golf Career and College Experience

27:49 Path to the Finals of Q School

28:19 Familiarity with the Courses

29:19 Managing Anxiety and Excitement

33:05 Gaining Momentum on the Back Nine

36:30 Chipping In for Birdies

39:00 Maintaining Composure and Confidence

‍47:38 Adjusting to the PGA Tour

49:15 Equipment Changes and Adaptation

55:14 Playing with Top-Level Players

57:05 Preparing for Different Course Conditions

01:01:29 The Importance of Distance on the PGA Tour

01:03:01 Advice for Junior Golfers

‍01:08:08 The Importance of Making Cuts in Opposite Field Events

01:09:08 The Mental Game and Adapting to Different Course Conditions

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