It seems like more and more players are in the run to win major competitions. I think coaching has a lot to do with it. Nowadays youngsters start training by swinging clubs and be taught at a very young age. Look at youngsters from age of 4 being coached to become the next generation of professional golfers.
By having the feel at such a young age to read greens and positioning them selves on the course, managing all what courses can throw at them. I have seen exiting news on youngsters you can have a look at http://www.younggolfers.net to see what I am talking about. Good luck to all upcoming young aspiring golfers. Remember the best golf is played by applying your mind and playing the course to your best ability.