Result - Pinehurst Foursomes. Queen’s. Sat 21st March.
The Queen’s course was bathed in the best of the early season yesterday, as a crisp spring morning gave way to a glorious, sun-drenched afternoon. The course itself was in superb condition, providing a pristine—if occasionally unforgiving—canvas for the unique tactical challenges of the Pinehurst Foursomes.
The Winners’ Circle
In a field where teamwork is tested as much as ball-striking, the pairing of Thomas McCulloch and Ian Bilsland emerged triumphant. Posting a stellar net 58, they navigated the complexities of the format with clinical efficiency to claim the top spot on the leaderboard. They were pushed all the way by the duo of Jonathan Dickson and Alan Black, who also carded a 58 but were edged out into second place on the countback.
Notable Mentions
The leaderboard was tightly packed, with Allister Wallace and Patrick Elsmie securing a very respectable third place with a net 59. Special mention must also go to the formidable pairing of David Logie and David Watt, who finished in fourth with a net 60, proving that even the most chaotic rounds can yield moments of pure brilliance.
Drama on the Fairways
The day was not without its "theatrical" moments. The pairing of Billy Z McNeill and Tariq Ali provided the early highlight, famously out-driving Club Champion David Logie on the first hole and rolling in a birdie to set the pulses racing. However, their charge met a tragic end—a true "Hamlet moment"—in the greenside bunker on the 7th, where their title hopes were buried in the sand.
Meanwhile, the Logie and Watt partnership provided the gallery with a rollercoaster of emotions. On the 13th, "Lord" David Watt nearly caused an international incident when a particularly adventurous shank narrowly avoided decapitating a local goose. He clearly found his focus shortly after, as the pair combined for a magnificent eagle on the 15th to rocket back up the standings.
The 19th Hole
As is tradition at Dun Whinny, the post-round post-mortem in the Dormy was as lively as the golf itself. Stories of "what might have been" flowed as freely as the drinks. The highlight of the afternoon’s entertainment, however, was provided by Mr. Eric Lambert, who regaled a captivated (and somewhat skeptical) audience with the tale of the time he allegedly shared a room with Tiger Woods. Whether Tiger remembers the encounter with quite the same clarity remains a matter of club debate.
A wonderful day of golf, camaraderie, and questionable anecdotes—a perfect reflection of the spirit of the club. Well played to all.
