hypothetical golf career

[RonMexico]

FWIW, one year of completely dedicated practice seems highly unrealistic. I'd say if you're already a low handicap, a minimum of three to five years would be required to have any significant shot at making some noise (IMO). The people he is competing against (if you presume they are in their early 20's on average) have had at least this much rigorous training. I'd also like to know what was holding Coyne back. Was he short off the tee, ball striking, no short game (I presume is the key culprit), etc? Very interesting thread--would like to hear some more opinions.