PGA field hit by weather frustrations
Just like half the field at the Australian PGA Championship, Marc Leishman faces a big day at the office on Friday.
Queensland’s storm season played havoc with the opening day’s play on Thursday, forcing a three-hour delay before a second storm ensured the first round would roll into a second day.
While clubhouse leader Boo Weekley and defending champion Adam Scott will enjoy a full night’s sleep with their first rounds long completed, Australian No.3 Leishman is among those who have to return to Royal Pines at first light.
The 31-year-old is three shots off the lead at three-under par after 14 holes and isn’t getting frustrated despite the on-again, off-again start to his tournament.
“If you’re playing well I think it can mess with momentum a little bit but for the most part, I mean, well we do it every week nearly. There are a lot of lightning storms in the States,” he said.
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“Everyone’s got to deal with it, so it’s just whoever deals with it the best.
“It’s very easy for it to get to you but I feel like I’ve done it enough times now that it doesn’t bother me. I’ve got nowhere else to be other than this tournament.”
Leishman expected to be on course for a hit on the practice range before his expected 5.30am start, completing the remaining four holes of his opening round before getting straight into his second.
Then he hopes to be the one relaxing as his rivals toil.
“Hopefully get out there early, get it done and sit back and watch them in the afternoon,” he said.
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