Max Homa won the Farmers Insurance Open after hitting 7 birdies and a lone bogey. Homa has taken the sport by storm with his impressive talent and charismatic personality. His appreciation for Collin Morikawa speaks volumes about how humble he remains, despite his success.
The 32-year-old was grateful to compete with Morikawa. He thinks that Morikawa is a great player, and he looks up to him. Moreover, Collin Morikawa has mutual feelings for the 6 time PGA Tour winner. But what do the fans think about this pair?
Collin Morikawa has nothing but respect for Homa
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After the clipping of Homa’s appreciation of the 2-time major winner aired, Morikawa took to Twitter to appreciate his fellow golfer. He feels that Homa is not just a great player, but a great person as well. “Your golf speaks for itself but being a genuine person speaks volumes.”
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The fans are in awe of this new friendship. Someone wrote, “Love this level of mutual respect from you two!”
Love this level of mutual respect from you two!
— Pull Hook Golf (@PullHookGolf) January 30, 2023
The tour is in great shape with men like you two
— AZCATJOHN (@azcatjohn) January 30, 2023
You are two of the best, enjoy watching you both.
— Charlie Whittington (@goinlow61) January 30, 2023
People have nothing but love for the cal bears. @Heavy__C wrote, “I’m here for all the love. Great dudes. Great games. Let’s make this more common. 👏”
I’m here for all the love. Great dudes. Great games. Let’s make this more common. 👏
— Chris Heavenor 🇺🇦 (@Heavy__C) January 30, 2023
Two of the best humans in pro sports. Thanks fellas. Us old folks appreciate your humility and grace. W
— Troy Hugen (@TroyHugen) January 30, 2023
Watching both of you succeed at doing what you love is very inspiring. Go Bears!
— Travis Thompson (@SkateWilliamT) January 30, 2023
The Cal Bear love is strong pic.twitter.com/dYEIAHSmqV
— Andy Reed (@andrewmreed) January 30, 2023
Despite their intense competition on the course, they have formed a strong bond and often practice together. Their friendship has been widely recognized in the golf community. They are considered to be two of the best players in the world and their friendship only adds to the excitement and enjoyment of watching them compete.
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Max Homa has always aspired to play with Morikawa
Homa has many times expressed his respect for Morikawa’s golfing abilities and character. He admires the 2-time major winner’s poise and consistency on the course. After winning the Farmers Insurance Open, he spoke about how great it was that he got to play with Morikawa.
The 1-time major winner feels that he is one of the best golf players. “He’s one of the most spectacular golfers I’ve ever seen.”
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This mutual respect and admiration between Homa and Morikawa have helped to foster their strong friendship. It also highlights the close-knit community that exists within professional golf and the importance of having strong relationships with fellow players.