The secret to defending a title?

Luke has just done it, terrific form! But what is the secret to defending titles both in the pro and amateur game? As it happens, I'm defending a little 'title' of my own this week, so hoping to glean a few tips if anyone's got any to share.

The secret to defending a title is the original win cos without that there'd be nothing to defend. This is just my opinion however.

The three-peat of course is the ultimate in title defending, winning thrice in successive years. The secret to that is probably a lot of luck and being really good at golf.

No one has ever won four in a row so its prob not worth talking about.

The first win must be a sign that you have worked out how to play the course, so assuming you dont forget how to play the course better than others next year you must have a good chance to win.

Great point mclaren, some players are really suited to certain courses, martin kaymer and abu dhabi for example. This is probably the key component to defending a title.

I've got an open to defend in September on a course that really suits me. Really look forward to playing it so I suppose that alone gives me an advantage knowing the holes suit my shot shape and knowing I can go low round there.

Speaking of repeat wins, that sweaty fatso Jason Dufner is having a good few weeks.

Best of luck Super, hope you can get the W.

Could it possibly be.....being in good form 12 months after winning it the first time?

incontinentia

I'm sure S_R will be after the 'W'. You know how he so loves TW's mannerisms etc....

Excellent stuff Incontinent. That really made me laugh. Hope I don't get a penalty for spitting, club throwing, slow play or swearing though.