Still draws a big crowd though and when we do see him play in a US tournament these days it is usually ONLY because of this reason. Let no one delude themselves otherwise. Sponsors like crowds. Eventually though even that wouldn't get him in the door because he burned those bridges as well. If it comes in his path. He burns it.
Let me correct myself. John is not brilliant around the greens as much as he has the touch. He is a darn good putter sometimes in spite of the emotional and physical hangovers he can bring to the field. His putting gift really stands out juxtaposed with the huge distance he gets off the tee. I at first thought he was just a big hitter and then I saw the rest of his game and was shocked. God has given him so much. Too bad he can’t auction off his talent. At this point he just plays to pay the bills and to keep his appearance fees up.