Quote by P. G. [Sir Pelham Grenville] Wod

Golf...is the infallible test. The man who can go into a patch of rough alone, with the knowledge that only God is watching him, and plays his ball where it lies, is the man who will serve you faithfully and well.

Golf...is the infallible test. The man who can go into a pat

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This quote suggests that golf serves as an infallible test of one's character and integrity. It argues that a person who can face the challenges of the game, navigating through rough patches with honesty while being unobserved by others, is likely to demonstrate similar dedication and reliability in their service to others. The quote implies that the virtues cultivated through golf, such as honesty and personal responsibility, can extend beyond the game and into a person's professional and personal life.

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By P. G. [Sir Pelham Grenville] Wod

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