Quote by John Updike

Golf appeals to the idiot in us and the child. Just how childlike golf players become is proven by their frequent inability to count past five.

Golf appeals to the idiot in us and the child. Just how chil

Summary

This quote suggests that golf has a universal appeal, appealing to both the childish and foolish aspects of our nature. It implies that golf players often exhibit childlike behaviors, as demonstrated by their frequent tendency to struggle with basic counting skills, struggling to go beyond the number five. The quote may be seen as lighthearted, emphasizing the simple and innocent pleasure that people find in playing golf.

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