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I was fortunate enough to attend the U.S. Open practice round at Erin Hills today. Initially I was so disappointed in having to give up my Thursday and Friday tickets, but after today's experience I no longer felt bad about it. Walking the grounds was awesome and seeing some of the top pros up front was a treat; however, the majority of the time, I felt like I was just wandering around in awful heat. I would watch guys tee off and have no clue where the ball landed. I'd watch approach shots and only see the ball land on the green or near it. The only great views were around the greens watching the guys putting and chipping. Honestly, I enjoyed the air conditioned hospitality tent I had on 9 quite a bit!
My point is that years ago, I LOVED going to live sporting events - baseball, golf, football, boxing, hockey, etc. Now I prefer watching them in the comfort of my temperature controlled basement on my 65" 4K TV. Going to live events have become such a hassle between the parking, the security, the crowds and the poor viewing angles. I do like the liveliness of live events - being there gets you caught up in the moment. But the comforts of home seem to off-set that one benefit.
Am I just getting old or do others feel this way too? Would you prefer the live experience or watching it at home?
My point is that years ago, I LOVED going to live sporting events - baseball, golf, football, boxing, hockey, etc. Now I prefer watching them in the comfort of my temperature controlled basement on my 65" 4K TV. Going to live events have become such a hassle between the parking, the security, the crowds and the poor viewing angles. I do like the liveliness of live events - being there gets you caught up in the moment. But the comforts of home seem to off-set that one benefit.
Am I just getting old or do others feel this way too? Would you prefer the live experience or watching it at home?