I almost quit…my first pro event of the year 

I just want to say Peter , after going through skin and lung cancer ,a broken back and having two disk fused together through my throat all in the last 5 years , it was you and that Rick bloke who inspired me to play golf again. I’m not great and I can’t bomb it like you can but thanks to you , I’m loving going and having a bash. Thanks again and love the content and banter ✌️

I watched the game with Padraig Harrington and thought his advice was spot on as far as you are concerned. You beat yourself up far too much and attempt to play with a ‘bad attitude’ when you do. You are a lovely man and we are all cheering you on. Cut yourself some slack. You are making a living doing something most of us would cut off a leg for and most of the time you at a level most of us would cut the other leg off for. Enjoy each and every moment. Good luck for the future.

I’m only 5 minutes from Fleetwood. To know I could duff my shots into the same bunkers is an honour

Peter, I am going to be here saying this until you get through qualifying. Don't forget to have fun!! You are blessed with the ability to play a game for a living and I know you are a professional but enjoy the grass and the sky and the wind and all the beauty that comes from this great game we play. Your mind will put itself where you need it. Keep pushing forward mate.

That intro unlocks so many top gear memories for me

Finchy really just out working everyone right now. Huge 300k+ videos, great guests and great colabs. Mixing it up and not afraid to do something different. This is what happens when you outwork everyone. That includes the big fella from manny, the 3 big dogs at bds and the American kids. 💪

Wow what a vote of confidence that is from Padraig. We all agree with him. Go for it 👍

This honesty with the bad play is actually gold Pete. It's so easy to let your thoughts and emotions get a grip, but the more you do this kind of competition, the more you get used to it. Paddy thinks you're good enough, we all do, it's just that you need to believe it too :). Great real comp content!

It's insane how much your videos and golf have changed and improved over the last 4 years I've been watching you. Can't wait for more years of great golf content

It’s incredible how you bring us subscribers along for the ride Pete. I feel like I play every shot, suffer every disappointment and celebrate every great shot with you. Testament to how you and the boys get us the audience fully involved in the videos. I’m only half way through this one and that’s how I feel. I’ve seen all of QFTO videos from seasons past. Mate I wish you all the luck with this years effort. Come on Pete you’ve got this, The Myrtle Beach comp proves it’s in the locker!!

I injured my sciatic nerve during a practice session. I kept letting it rest but playing golf. It put me out for a year. Back in December, I woke up unable to walk and in the most pain of my life. Today, I was cleared to hit my full bag and ease my way back into golf. Here’s to breaking 80 this year!

I think what this video does a great job showing, is how much golf is the mental game. It’s very clear Peter is a great golfer, but when he gets into his own head, his game suffers. Loved the video, Peter.

Pete, without doubt, you have the best golf channel on RU-vid. You have assembled a great team to help you with creating some excellent content however, it wouldn't be as good as it is without you playing some great quality golf. Seriously, you have performed at a level others can only dream of but you are also too notch in front of camera, great humour and remain positive when things don't go as planned.

Peter! You have really stepped up your content the last 6 months. It's been really great. Some of the other "OG" youtube creators have not and are getting stale. If anything, you are keeping up with or surpassing the younger/newer creators. I re-subscribed a bit ago and now am looking forward to each new post!

Golf aside, the quality of the video is outstanding. This video is every bit as good as anything seen on Golf Channel.

Welcome to my world Peter. Being a member of Fleetwood golf club for nearly 20years, I've played in all sorts of weather. (Just wait till the tide comes over the wall). The quality of the video has shown the course off in a really good light. Thank you for that...

Pete, you have gone head to head with some of the best golfers in the world. Golfing under the scrutiny of a golf legend is more difficult that a tourney vs, randos…. Also, the difference was literally 2 holes! It may have felt bad but it came down to performance on 2 holes.

Press on Pete! Quitting becomes a habit and (other than for injury) there is nothing to gain! We will continue to play golf through the good and the bad. For that is the essence of golf itself.

Well done on not walking in and battling through. Fleetwood is a great little track that I have played many times and when the weather is bad it’s biblical. It’s fantastic that you are sponsoring this series and putting your neck on the line playing in these events, you’re the man to be shot at. Keep it up.

showing the line and your angle of the shot tracer makes this a joy to watch. When your ball goes right or left, talk us through what you did wrong and what you are going to do to correct it. Like Padraig when he did a swing routine to correct a hook 🙂. Good luck on your journey to the Claret Jug!!

You are an inspiration, Pete. Youre attempting to do something unbelievably, viciously difficult, and your approach to taking on such a challenge is a wonderful example for us all. I couldnt be rooting for you any harder. Cheers!

Great video. Well done production team. To have that result in those conditions and to have the pressures of filming as well. Brilliant! 👏

I say it again ... the editing on these QFTO Vids is off the charts good

Played Fleetwood on a sunny calm day and it’s an absolute joy. Also played it when it’s completely the opposite and it can be brutal.

Thank you for bringing the viewers along your journey in golf! Great video!

You have inspired me many times. Remember look for and take the positive on every shot , dump the negative. As Padraig Harrington says, stop beating yourself up. Padraig won a new fan in me. He was such a joy to watch and imparted such sage advice in your video. You have all the golf skills needed to win and again remember, as Padraig said, you are a great ball striker. PS. I enjoy your interaction with your staff. You work so well together and have created a great site.

This was like watching the British open as I did over two decades ago. The video/sound clarity was reminiscent of getting up and watching the "open" at 6:00am PST. I love the rain, sound, video production, et al, really ASMR responses for me. Bless you Peter, keep forging forward and God bless you!

Handicap of 10.8 and played yesterday. Was going great until a nightmare on the 13th - 5 off the tee and finished with a 9. In the past I would've chucked it but remembered Padraig's words to you about mentality and not beating ourselves up. So glad I did as I played the 14th-18th 1 under par and finished with a 79. Keep going Pete

Good man for being so honest about it all. Golf is a head scrambler at the best of times. Good luck, keep going.

Love this series Pete. It’s great getting an insight into your journey and your growth as a player. Other then the cpl hole meltdown you had an outstanding round for those conditions. Keep up the great work man. We are all rooting you on.

I sympathise with you completely today Pete. I had an open this morning and was 15 over through the front 9. Yesterday’s casual round was 5 over for the whole round to put things in to perspective. Mental game is so important for golf and without a doubt the hardest hurdle to get over

Absolutely loving this series

Thanks for the video and honesty. Shows that golf is hard and that you do need to give yourself a break when it doesn't go well. Keep going

Kudos to you for keeping going Pete. Strong heart. Well done

Thanks for sharing. Competitive golf is Crazy hard and Stressful is an understatement. You'll get it. Stay in the moment, preparation will save you! Remember SMILE 😆

Another unbelievably good video. Love the mix, having these anxious, adrenaline filled rounds and of course I can’t stop smiling and giggling with every “whack!” that drops in as casually and perfectly as a Wilhelm scream.

Pete I really felt this. That looked brutal! Could feel the weather thru the screen. Well done for finishing positively. Keep going we're all rooting for you

I love the raw, emotional honesty in these videos Peter - you're clearly super passionate about your goal here and it's so great to see that! You also need to take your own advice from when you were playing the Bryan Bros - can you change what's just happened? No! Is being angry going to positively impact your game? No! Keep that in mind and you'll smash the qualifying events!!

Three years ago at the tender age of 57 my piriformis had a similar melt down , ironically it was about the time I took up golf for the first time in my life.... my back has never been better. My doctor put it down to incorrect posture when sitting and driving long distances.... I know that pain.... It will pass... GOOD LUCK WITH THE QUEST !!! You will smash it !!!!!

Awesome again, I am quite enjoying seeing more competition Pete, and the change in approach to the game. Love it

I feel your pain with the sciatic nerve. Last year I played 3 rounds with 2 slipped discs. Not very nice but played 2 of my best rounds then. Nice easy swings and club up. Thanks for your videos.

Honestly Peter we all have these days, but the easy way out is to quit! To grind through them and maybe take away a bit of knowledge for the next time. Peter you have an incredible golf game that a lot of us want! Keep your chin up!! There’s always the next round that could be the best golf you have ever played. Love the vids Peter!!

Really enjoying your videos and whomever is advising you on content and audience engagement is doing a fine job. Loved the commentary on this one. 👍

The music from the 30 minute mark is absolutely rocking. Let's have some more of that, add some face melting guitar solo; that would be epic!

Golf is hard man some days you are on some days are not. Love to hear your thoughts. Easier said than done is truth in golf! Keep it up brother we are here for you no matter the results!

I feel you on hole 5, Peter. I can't count the number of times I've smashed a drive and gone 4 from 70 yards. Argh!

Pete, absolutely love the editing of your videos recently, story telling and pace are on point, loving it all. Keep it up pal

You have the skills and you have the talent… that is unquestionable. You just gotta stay out of your own head. Golf is hard… after all, I’m still trying to break 80. It isn’t chess, you can’t think too far ahead. Take a deep breath, loosen up, relax and take one shot at a time. Hit a bad shot, forget about it and move on…can’t change the past. You got this! We are all enjoying your content. Thanks for putting yourself out there. Best of luck moving forward.

Pete, your game has definitely been trending the past couple of months!

Great thing to do sponsorship and support the local PGA. Really enjoy this type of vlog similar to when you and Rick started RU-vid. Thanks Pete.

I’ve been simulator practicing all winter. My score doesn’t show improvement but I know I am hitting purer and playing smarter. Keep after it Pete.

I’ve been a sideline watcher of your content for a while now. After seeing you put yourself out there and publishing the good and the bad I felt I owed you one more subscriber. Keep up the great work.

PF. An emotional day for you, it must have been tough. Keep up the effort and we hope to see you at the Open qualifying final👍

I enjoyed this video, looking forward to watching the rest of this series. I also like the little bit focusing on your ShotScope dashboard - I play with my V3 every round but don't do nearly enough with my data. Seeing little snippets of how you are using it will spur me on to analyse mine a little more! Good luck with the rest of the series!

Finchy, you've got a great swing, smooth as hell. I always think a that swing when I'm playin, keep smooth and don't rush, cheers bud.

I fully agree with Peter on warming up. On a couple weekdays I have only 2 hours to play nine I have found I shoot 4 or 5 shots worse than when I play 18 on the weekends and able to warmup and get everything fine tuned. This is coming from a 15-18 handicap so I can't imagine what being a lower handicap to plus handicap would see in differential.

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.. We're pulling for you bro!

Loving your content and colabs Pete. You've got an engaging manner and a very solid game if you'd stop not believing it! Great video

You're obviously a bloody good golfer. Put this one down to experience and be ready to go again. Still on the road - some bits are going to be bumpier than others.

Petes content recently has been top level! Best golfing youtuber currently

Finchy, this video just makes you more relatable. It was a tough watch as we all want you to do well, but it’s one round, move on. I also think you’d really benefit from having a caddy. Not to tell you which shots to play but to help with the mental health as you go round.

PF, you explaining how your prep was off totally reminded me of myself. I would just take the mindset of “dad getting family to the airport”. Like way way early to venue to prepare and also maybe let the nerves and “mental” part of the game. Youre a awesome golfer/YTber, but watching this rd compared to the Mrytle Beach was day and night as far as positivity etc. which I do the same when I am upset with myself not properly preparing for a rd of golf… I rush, attitude is polar opposite of any other time, and as a 40 yr old with spinal fusion 2xs … I have to put a lot of extra time beforehand just to be able to play to my 8 handicap. If I dont… Ill be lucky to break 100 and apoligizing to anyone paired up with me during the round. Keep up the great work… love your channel.

Tough conditions. You’ll get it.

I played with a +3 hdcp, multiple club champ amateur one day, and was struck by the control he had from 50 yards and in vs me (6hdcp) and my friend (scratch-ish former US College player). You, Mr. FINCH, are a fantastic and powerful ball-striker. If you lock in your short game and avoid injury, there is no reason you can't go super-low

As a Brit that moved to San Diego, CA about 16 years ago I honestly don't think I could play Links golf courses again! The golf courses of SoCal like Torrey Pines, Aviara and La Costa with blue skies are a completely different ball game. Hats off to you, Pete!

Grew up on links courses (Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Aberdeen). The pain this game can cause is extraordinary. People joke about having a bad round and how angry they get. It's no joke. When i played round after round, year after year, and endured, i didn't notice. I have dropped golf from my life. Every shot i see a pro hit i imagine what i would do...what club...what shot. But i wasn't getting better. And i still miss those few good shots. But not the rest. You can keep those.

Nice touch with the Top Gear inspired intro

I agree with one of my heroes Padraig - you have a great long and short game … you can make the Open Pete

Concentrate on the game mate. We as fans and those who enjoy a little game from time to time will understand. You need to concentrate on it and shake out the rust. Your fan base isn't going anywhere bud. You got this!! Go get that xp to level your game up. Lol. I'm cheering for you mate!! But always, always remember. Have FUN!!!

Pete I'm sure everyone was just happy to play against you and to be in your event! And your remote control caddy cracks me up every time😂

Padrig the legend dropping a compliment like that is a big deal.

Great edit.

What I see is someone, who's competitive drive and desire to master their craft that has gotten them this far, is the thing that is now holding them back. "What got you here, won't get you where you want to be" - type deal. Not saying lose the competitive edge, but managing expectations with yourself and being as present as you can (i.e. not thinking about the multiple puts/duffs etc.) is a great place to be! You're a solid golfer, keep up the grind. The open will be well worth the experience :)

Glad to see Pete sticking it out and getting back into competition. Don’t give up! This is your year.

Ive been watching your videos for years and they have definitely gotten better and better they are just so much fun to watch...just try not to beat urself up to much about the golf haha😂😅😊

Hey PF. One noticeable thing was a caddie. I think you would benefit from having someone there to keep you in check and reduce the emotion. Someone to help you plot your way round and chat over the options and misses. Chin up buddy. Even the PGA pros have off days and in those conditions anyone would find it tough. Looking forward to seeing you evolve.

Oh my god Pete that was like army golf I felt your pain .. my head would have been buried a bunker ..well done you are a winner in my eyes ❤

Great honest round there Pete. I play a lot of links golf in North Wales and it can be so brutal, yes you do want to walk off sometimes. However as you saw, everyone else was struggling as well so you have to take it just one shot at a time. I played my first medal off the back tees last week and didnt care about the score, I just played each shot as it came. Had one double, four three putts and still shot 80 gross putting me 4th. Ignoring the scorecard was a big thing there and just leaving the last bad shot behind me - looking forward to seeing you progress, your game has come on massively.😁

Pete, you are a wonderful golfer and a joy to watch in the vlogs. I used to play in a lot of tournaments and always did well in practice, but on the day I just couldn't keep my head together. I quit tournaments and only play socially with friends and I have never enjoyed my golf so much and am also playing very good without the pressure. I'd say retire from tournament play as it doesn't suit you and keep on with the amazing vlogs. Oh and move to Florida, it would be amazing.

That looked brutal it looked like a mid winter conditions not start of May great effort

as I watch reminds me a little of Micha's round at the Q and way to back up your words and keep pushing everyone has bad rounds especially when your recording it all.....Great stuff.

Piriformis is no joke mine once spasmed after a round of golf in the clubhouse which left me like a trout out of water in the middle of the floor 😂

I loved the Corner Peter adding extra commentary.

Quality video guys. Keep going Pete.

Keep positive Pete, I appreciate its not always easy but listen to Padraig’s advice the best you can 👊

Liking the skully putter cover. Would go well with my candy skull headcovers.

I got cold watching you Pete, and I'm in Australia!

Swing is looking great…if you’re not already doing so, basic yoga for the piriformis and to maintain your range of motion….I see some gray/grey sneaking into the beard. Video quality has been stellar.

Peter has already psyched himself out before the round started . Positive thoughts always no negative stuff

Peter this is a tip, I play competetive golf myself, and as a 21 year old lad I have some issues that reminds me of you when it comes to expectations and beating myself up. Here's a tip that has revolutionised my mental. As much as possible whenever you have a bad shot or an unideal line etc. don't go with the mentality of "this was bad" or "I should've done this", go out there with the mentality of "maybe it got a good bounce" or "Im gonna ace this put". Its not cause im naive or anything like that, but in my experience it cuts down my negative thoughts ALOT and helps negate the snowball effect. If you imagine that you're mad 100% of the time after hitting a bad shot, this helps reduce that to only 20% of the time. This doesnt mean you don't get annoyed, but you're not mad while walking up to the ball, when theres nothing you can actually do or distract your mind with. Then when you come up to the ball and see the bad lie and maybe get annoyed it's easier to say to yourself "I gotta focus on this next shot", cause youre actively interacting with something then. Hope it helps.

Video is a real dose of reality Peter, and interesting to hear your narrative! Come up to Newburgh for a round, its a proper test and we would love to have you play here

I’m digging those customized license plates!! 👏🏼🤣😎

I also struggle with Piriformis syndrome so I feel for you and know exactly what you are going through with the hip/back/nerve discomfort.

It was only one day, a speedbump you got the next one

Golf is hard, well done for hanging in there Pete. That "What if...?" crooked thinking is a killer though. Best of luck in the quest..

Peter, while the whole "Hope for the best, but assume the worst" mentality is very endearing, it's the worst mindset for golf. Try an "assume the best, but prepare for the worst" approach. It's still in line with your Northern English mindset, but sets you up for success. Love your content bro. Hit me up if you come to Thailand

Conditions looked terrible. I loved the Shot Scope analysis at the end of the video, provides some good insight into the round. Are you able to make the Shot Scope round overview a regular feature of this series? It adds something to the video

Tough conditions on the day but like you said you need to look forward to the next shot and not think about the last, all the best for the next round 👍.

Bang on about needing to take Padraig’s advice Pete, may not have been in first place but surely would’ve saved a few shots. Keep grinding, you’re more than talented enough to be at the open, keep the content coming, 2024 has been mega from you and the team

Very cool that you did this. I’m only 5 minutes in so don’t know how ends. You’ve been playing great lately.