How has Torrey Pines fared through the last few months?
DeBock: I don’t know if it’s true, but I know that I hear that quite a bit. We have a lot of great players here every year, many of whom start their years here, and I think the last eight years the tournament has been won by players with major championships to their names. That is a very high level of golf. In particular, we are very proud of the relationship we’ve had with Tiger Woods in the past, back to his junior golf days, and while we regret that he is unable to attend this year, we hope Torrey Pines will remain a home for him. PGA.com: In a sense, the world saw three different Torrey Pines golf courses last year: the US Open course, the Buick Invitational course, and the daily-fee course. Which of these identities means most to you? DeBock: I think what is really special about Torrey Pines is that it can be all three. It is truly a golf course for everybody. From the local golfer to the club member to the touring pro, everyone can find his or her own challenge here. In addition
