248 Quotes by Ernie Els

We've got the technology out there. It's how you use it.

Grip pressure - not mechanical flaws - is the biggest factor when you're nervous. You unconsciously grip it tighter, which keeps you from making a smooth swing with a natural release. Keep your grip pressure light, and you'll be surprised how much your mechanics stabilize.

I just had a word with him, ... It happens all the time. The problem with photographers is not getting any worse but it is not getting any better.

Experience is going to be big, even more than it used to be, because you're coming in with longer clubs and you've got to hit certain areas more than you used to. Over four days it's going to narrow the field dramatically.

Before you take your address, while you're still reading the putt, imagine the ball tracking on the line you've chosen and falling into the cup. If you don't believe you can make every putt, why bother trying?

Up to now, I've had a great career. A couple of putts here and there, it could have been a lot better.

I just got beat. I played almost as good as I could. I've had some good weeks here. Obviously, I'd like to do really well this week.

For all the fun, don't forget: I always knew when to put my golf balls down and practice.

I haven't played with Tiger, or in that kind of a field, for a while. And to play that well and almost win was quite exciting. I'm looking forward to the year.