I don't believe in philosophies. I believe in fundamentals.

For years, I never thought I needed a short game. Finally I just decided to do something about it. I needed to get up and down from tough spots on the par-5s for my birdies. So I went to Phil [Rogers]. He's the best. For the last couple weeks, Phil has been staying at my house and we've been practicing in the evening.

As long as I'm prepared, I always expect to win.

My ability to concentrate and work toward that goal has been my greatest asset.

I've said many times before that Pebble Beach is a wonderful thinking-man's golf course. That is why it is such a great U.S. Open venue.

I think that Pebble Beach is my favorite golf course to go to. I think Augusta is my favorite place to go play golf.

One of the worst mistakes you can make in golf is trying to force the game.