Q. How is the course?
A. You have to hit the ball well around here. Distance control into the greens, and greens are very good. So, if you are putting very well. You can definitely score.

Q. Give us your impression of Shugo Imahira.
A. Shugo is fantastic golfer. I really think he is got a great future. I have played with him few times and he really impressed me. So, I am not surprised that he is at the top of the Money List. He is playing well this year. It also nice to be in the limelight and let's see what happens this week. I really want this one.

Q. Shugo is not so big physically, but he is talented. What do you think his strength is?
A. No. I don't think it comes into play being bigger or smaller in this game. If you look back at days where Ian Woosnam was playing as one of the shortest guys out there but was one of the longest hitters on tour. Ian competed against Nick Faldo which was even bigger than what I am. So, there is no disadvantage being smaller or bigger. Shugo is really good ball striker. He' s got an amazing short game. So, it would just depend on who gets the ball in the hole with the least shots at the end of the week.

Q. You have played with Tiger Woods at The Open, did that experience effect your golf?
A. Yes, definitely. I tried to take in and learn as much as I could playing with him. And see how he approaches evert shot, every situation on the golf course. I think it definitely helped out a lot to learn from one on the greatest players. So, I think it helped me out to look at the golf course and shots differently.

Q. Your son was born, and you won at the HEIWA right after, you haven't been able to see your family for a long time, I bet you will be flying back as soon as possible.
A. So it's will be first time in 6 weeks or so to see him again. I am really excited to see him. I have been video calling with my wife every night. And looking at him, he is starting to smile, starting to have a personality, which is good. Very excited. I will try to win this one and then it will be a nice Christmas present at the end of the year.