The Sentry

Saturday, January 4, 2025

Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii, USA

Plantation Course at Kapalua

Hideki Matsuyama

Quick Quotes


Q. The lowest 54-hole score at The Sentry, so great round today. Are you happy? Can we see you smile after a round like that?

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: Very.

Q. You're not showing a lot of emotion. I know you mean business this week, but talk about today, what a special day it was. Seemed like you had no problems, everything was flawless.

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: Collin played well and I just kind of followed him, so good day.

Q. It was fun to watch as a spectator. As a player, when you're playing well and Collin is playing so well, is that fun? Does that bring out the best in you?

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: You know, it was a lot of fun, but I would like for him to take it easy tomorrow.

Q. Talk about 17, the tee shot, it bounced twice on the cart path, that was a big break for you.

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: Yeah, I didn't think it was going to be there, so I'm glad I went down and it was there.

Q. Are you excited about tomorrow?

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: Just have to play my game, play my best.

Q. What do you feel like has been the best part of your game for the first three rounds?

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: I'm not sure.

Q. You're focused on your own game, but when you and Collin are playing so well is it extra fun, and did you guys joke about how well you guys were playing out there?

HIDEKI MATSUYAMA: No, I didn't really talk much, but he played so well that I just kind of followed his lead, and just kind of kept on.

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