So, what have I done since my last blog... well, I took the family on holiday to Portugal and came back 3 kilos (six and a bit pounds) heavier than when I went!

My fitness trainer Steve McGregor soon had me back to my fighting weight on my return and after a few days getting me and my game back into shape, I set off for Memphis. It took me three days to get there because I went via Pebble Beach.

My new approach to the majors is to get most of my on-course practice done ahead of the championship itself. That way I don’t have to do too much in the immediate build-up so arriving at the first tee fresh and ready.

I’m sure it’s going to be a great week on the Pacific coast because Pebble Beach is a fantastic place with a course to match.

But first I had to concentrate on Memphis. It was a tough test on a great course, and the weather , so humid and draining.   I suppose I got a break with other people's misfortune, and there I was, on Sunday evening, with Robert Karlsson and Robert Garricus in the play-off.

I have waited twelve years for my second PGA title and I am thrilled to add the St Jude Classic to my career victories.

I am truly walking (as Marc Cohn sang) with my feet 10 feet off of Beale...

See you at Pebble