Tyrrell Hatton explains how he plans to deal with ‘disruptive’ LIV Golf crowds on Sunday in Spain
Tyrrell Hatton will play alongside Sergio Garcia and Thomas Detry in the final group at LIV Golf Andalucia on Sunday.
Hatton holds a two-shot lead over Detry, with Garcia a further two strokes back of the Belgian.
The 46-year-old Spaniard will obviously be the firm fan favorite at Valderrama.
Sergio Garcia will be in search of his third LIV Golf victory on Sunday, while Tyrrell Hatton will be trying to win his second.
Hatton recently insisted that the uncertain future of LIV Golf is not affecting him when he is playing.
And he has proven that this week at Valderrama by playing some truly sensational golf.
How Tyrrell Hatton plans to deal with ‘disruptive’ LIV Golf crowds in Spain
Hatton will have his work cut out if he is to win his second LIV Golf title this week.
Sure, he has a two-shot lead heading into the final round, but the fans at Valderrama will very much be in Garcia’s corner.
And Hatton told reporters how he plans to handle that atmosphere.
“Well, I think it would be pretty obvious who they’d want to win tomorrow, and it won’t be either of us two (himself and Detry),“ the Englishman admitted.
“That’s fine. Ultimately we both have our own jobs to do. I’ll go out there and try my best, try not to worry about if the crowd are trying — almost being disruptive at times.
“If Sergio finishes first and there’s a lot of movement and they’re walking off, you might just have to take a little bit more time, and that’s fine. It kind of happens everywhere around the world anyway.
“Yeah, I’ve got enough experience now, and I’ll just try and play my game and do the best I can.“
Thomas Detry comments on LIV Golf Andalucia fans
The Belgian will be playing alongside Hatton and Garcia on day four in Spain.
And he echoed Hatton’s thoughts on what the final round may have in store for himself and the Englishman.
“Pretty much what he says sums it up. I’ve known Sergio for a long time and I have great respect for him, but I’m definitely planning on beating him tomorrow.
“He’s definitely a king out here. Unbelievable what he’s achieved in his career, and especially on this golf course.
“No, I think tomorrow will be a fun day and a fun battle for everybody. Hopefully having a few Spanish on top of the leaderboard will bring some great crowds.
“It was pretty great today, so hopefully I’m expecting some nice people, some nice crowds tomorrow, as well.“
