Golf’s relationship with alcohol stands out at Phoenix Open, doesn't end there

Drink for fun or stay sober to go low? This is the question many amateur golfers face before beginning a round. But even for those watching the sport at the WM Phoenix Open, it is clear that golf and alcohol are frequent companions.Through the years this tournament, in particular, has produced several viral instances of intoxicated people streaking on the course or jumping into the water. This year, the alcohol undoubtedly has made it harder to keep balance in the slippery and muddy conditions.The Phoenix Open stands out because of the raucous crowd and the heavy alcohol consumption — officials actually stopping the sale of alcohol early afternoon Saturday in the interest of crowd control — but golf and alcohol are inextricably tied in a way that isn’t limited to this single tournament.PGA Tour player Joel Dahmen, who one day this week threw t-shirts containing money into the crowd on the 16th hole for fans to buy drinks, said the relationship between alcohol and golf is natural.More:S...