The 2009 Open Championship

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-16-2009, 08:51 AM

The (British) Open Championship is underway. Don't adjust your eyes. After the morning rounds, the clubhouse leader is KC's own Tom Watson at -5. Would love to see Tom make another run at the title. He came close a couple of years ago in Bruce Edwards' final British Open.

http://www.opengolf.com/

Dr. Sak · 07-16-2009, 08:55 AM

Anthony Kim took a 9 on the par 4 second hole.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-16-2009, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

Anthony Kim took a 9 on the par 4 second hole.

That's the golf equivelent of a NASCAR wreck. Everyone loves to watch it as long as no one gets hurt.

NoSkillz · 07-16-2009, 09:23 AM

Without question, my favourite golf tournament of the year to watch.

Dr. Sak · 07-16-2009, 09:24 AM

I'd have to say this is my 3rd favorite major. The Masters is #1, US Open being #2.

I guess it's because I don't know the courses over there as well as I do the ones here.

NoSkillz · 07-16-2009, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

I'd have to say this is my 3rd favorite major. The Masters is #1, US Open being #2.

I guess it's because I don't know the courses over there as well as I do the ones here.

I hear you. I think the Masters is easily the one I most look forward to - just being in the Northeast it symbolized the beginning of the golf season for us.

However, the one with the most excitement and birdies usually ends up being the Open Championship. I also like getting up early to watch the golf...now if it was only shown in high definition...

Thomkal · 07-16-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

Anthony Kim took a 9 on the par 4 second hole.

And appears to have hurt his neck too. My boy Dustin Johnson was coming off an injury himself to tendons in his wrist and took an 8 on one hole and a 7 on another. Somehow I don't think he will be playing this weekend.

About fell over when I saw Tom Watson was in the lead-he's this year's Greg Norman I guess. This year's Greg Norman doesn't look like he will be around for the weekend either after opening with a +6. Tiger opened with a +1 round.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-16-2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Thomkal

About fell over when I saw Tom Watson was in the lead-he's this year's Greg Norman I guess.

It shouldn't be terribly surprising given that Watson is one of the best players in British Open history. While his putting has always given him trouble, he's still an extremely accurate player even now. The British Open is often more about avoiding trouble than making great shots. When you're as accurate as he is, it's much easier to avoid big trouble.

RainMaker · 07-16-2009, 11:45 AM

It's even a bigger story than Norman in my opinion since the guy is almost 60. I doubt he can hang on and compete but I'll be rooting for him.

SirFozzie · 07-16-2009, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

I'd have to say this is my 3rd favorite major. The Masters is #1, US Open being #2.

I guess it's because I don't know the courses over there as well as I do the ones here.

It's a different style of golf.

The Masters is the same every year.. it just oozes sameness, and spring every year.

The US Open is the bar exam of golf. It usually involves playing par golf for four days.

The PGA is the forgotten major, really. It comes much later, and doesn't really get the blood going..

but the Open Championship.. well.. it's not about the view.. it's about target golf. A shot may clear one of those pot bunkers by inches, and those inches mean about two shots.

It rewards steady putting as well.

Dr. Sak · 07-16-2009, 12:28 PM

I see what you are talking about Foz but it also has a lot of luck built into it. A lot of shots are run up on the green or in areas of the fairway where a bad bounce here or there plays into effect.

But I do love it for the drastic changes in weather.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-16-2009, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

It's even a bigger story than Norman in my opinion since the guy is almost 60. I doubt he can hang on and compete but I'll be rooting for him.

I was just looking back on his career finishes at the British Open. Check out this run from 1975-1989. It's just sick.......

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1989 (P) 4
1988 (P) 28
1987 (P) 7
1986 (P) 35
1985 (P) 47
1984 (P) 2
1983 (P) 1
1982 (P) 1
1981 (P) 23
1980 (P) 1
1979 (P) 26
1978 (P) 14
1977 (P) 1
1976 (P) 67
1975 (P) 1

Ryan S · 07-16-2009, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SirFozzie

The PGA is the forgotten major, really. It comes much later, and doesn't really get the blood going..

The PGA Championship is a pretty good tournament. It has the best field of the year by world rankings is it is not an open or a limited field invitational, and the PGA do not go as crazy as the USGA with their course set up.

NoSkillz · 07-16-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryan S

The PGA Championship is a pretty good tournament. It has the best field of the year by world rankings is it is not an open or a limited field invitational, and the PGA do not go as crazy as the USGA with their course set up.

Definitely one of the more exciting big tourneys, as the pros can actually make birdies once in a while there. The 2000 event at Valhalla with Tiger and Bob May going at it was one of the great tournaments of the decade, IMHO.

However, keep in mind that while it's not an 'open' setup like the US and British or an oldtimers event like Augusta can be, the PGA is heavily diluted with club pros who don't have a chance in hell of competing for the title.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-17-2009, 07:26 AM

Watson birdies at the first hole. Tied for the lead at -6.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-17-2009, 07:57 AM

Been listening to the Open radio online feed. Funny comment by the British announcers that wasn't meant to be funny.

"John Daly taking a nice drag from his fag. You don't see that too often anymore. He tossed aside his fag, took his swing, and then picked up his fag for another drag. But he's got nothing on Jiminez. He's over there smoking a telephone pole."

For those that are unaware, the Brits call a cigarette a fag. And Jiminez enjoys cigars.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-17-2009, 08:48 AM

Watson with 4 bogeys after his opening birdie. Ouch. Ben Curtis had similar issues after an opening birdie.

Huckleberry · 07-17-2009, 12:18 PM

Watson bounced back and is now tied for the lead at 5-under after an even-par 70 today.

Dr. Sak · 07-17-2009, 12:22 PM

Tiger is having issues and is could miss the cut.

Dr. Sak · 07-17-2009, 12:22 PM

He needs 3 birdies on the next 3 holes

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-17-2009, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Huckleberry

Watson bounced back and is now tied for the lead at 5-under after an even-par 70 today.

What an amazing finish for Tom after bogeys on 5 of the first 7 holes. So excited that he'll likely be in the final pairing tomorrow when I'm able to watch. The coverage in KC tonight is going to be crazy. Can't wait for tomorrow morning.

kcchief19 · 07-17-2009, 03:01 PM

Watson's run so far is incredible. If there was ever a 50-plus golfer suited for a course and a tournament, it's Watson in the British Open at Turnberry. It would be hard to believe he can keep this up for 36 more holes but this will be a fun ride to watch. If he pulls it off, it will be most amazing sports accomplishment of the year.

Schmidty · 07-17-2009, 03:39 PM

Was John Daly wearing pajamas?

Mike1409 · 07-17-2009, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

Tiger is having issues and is could miss the cut.

Oh that's too bad!

Big Fo · 07-17-2009, 06:50 PM

Great news on Watson's recovery in the second round, even better news on Tiger missing the cut. I have nothing against the guy, it's just even if he's not in contention the networks feel obligated to show every step he takes, so him finishing +3 or something and just making the cut would have been the worst case scenario for me watching on TV this weekend.

k0ruptr · 07-17-2009, 07:16 PM

I couldn't believe it last week when I saw betting on tiger was 2:1 and the Field was 4:1 . I quickly put 500 down on the field lol. I wonder if the 2 g's will be in my account tonite, or after its done since he missed the cut

bbor · 07-17-2009, 07:56 PM

Love the fact that Tiger is out....now maybe we can watch the other golfers for a change.

Schmidty · 07-17-2009, 08:01 PM

I love Tiger. I'm bummed. Even if you (or most people) hate him, he makes the game more exciting.

Dr. Sak · 07-17-2009, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Schmidty

I love Tiger. I'm bummed. Even if you (or most people) hate him, he makes the game more exciting.

I agree but I don't want him to break Jack's record so I'm not exactly torn up when he doesnt make the cut.

Tyrith · 07-17-2009, 08:35 PM

I'm glad Tiger missed the cut because I'm just happy that occasionally people get reminded that golf is more than Tiger and Phil.

Schmidty · 07-17-2009, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

I agree but I don't want him to break Jack's record so I'm not exactly torn up when he doesnt make the cut.

I guess the thing with me is that I didn't really seriously start watching golf a lot until a I started playing it when I was 13 (1988), so I barely remember Jack seeing Jack play when he was good. I liked guys like Nick Faldo, Greg Norman, and CHI-CHI!!!

Big Fo · 07-17-2009, 08:37 PM

I wonder when was the last time Mickelson and Woods both missed the weekend of a major.

Schmidty · 07-17-2009, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Tyrith

I'm glad Tiger missed the cut because I'm just happy that occasionally people get reminded that golf is more than Tiger and Phil.

And then they don't watch golf, and the ratings go down....

Tyrith · 07-17-2009, 11:44 PM

Golf was fine, even if significantly less big, before Tiger and Phil, and it will survive after them.

More than the ratings--and I can understand why people don't tune in and watch a bunch of nobodies; I am a huge golf person and I don't a lot of the time--it's the endless line of slightly knowledgeable but not really sportswriters that will prognosticate about this endlessly. Just like with Brett Favre and the New York Yankees, sometimes I just don't want to hear about it anymore. There seems to be an obnoxious 80/20 rule in sports - 80 percent of what gets written is 20 percent of what people care about. 20 is probably understating it, but I think I get my point across.

Ryan S · 07-18-2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Fo

I wonder when was the last time Mickelson and Woods both missed the weekend of a major.

'95 PGA Championship. Mickelson missed the cut and Tiger was still an Amateur.

Big Fo · 07-18-2009, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Ryan S

'95 PGA Championship. Mickelson missed the cut and Tiger was still an Amateur.

54 majors then, pretty impressive.

Watson has made some nice pars to begin the round, overnight co-leader Marino is having a rough day, he might shoot 80 the way he's going.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-18-2009, 10:42 AM

2 stroke lead for Watson after 7 holes. He's doing exactly what I mentioned he needed to do. Hit the ball accurately and stay out of trouble. Got a chance to make it a 3 stroke lead with a 20 foot birdie opportunity at 8th hole.

Big Fo · 07-18-2009, 11:28 AM

Nice recovery by Marino after his start to the round.

Big Fo · 07-18-2009, 01:27 PM

I'm starting to believe Watson just might win the damn thing.

Danny · 07-18-2009, 01:29 PM

He's got a shot, need to watch out for Westwood tomorrow though I think.

k0ruptr · 07-18-2009, 08:03 PM

I'm getting 6 - 1 odds on Watson tomorrow, I'm not really sure if I wanna put my money there, but clearly its the best bet with odds. Fisher and Westwood are 7-2 then Goosen at 9-2. Goggin is at 10-1 though too.

I dunno , getting 6-1 on the current leader isn't bad at all.

k0ruptr · 07-18-2009, 08:31 PM

DOLA son of a bitch, in my indecisiveness, the damn lines changed. shit

Schmidty · 07-18-2009, 10:20 PM

When Tom was getting teary-eyed on 18, I kind of got that way too.

Hope he wins.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 07-18-2009, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Schmidty

When Tom was getting teary-eyed on 18, I kind of got that way too.

Hope he wins.

There's something wrong with you if you didn't get emotional watching Tom walk up the 18th fairway. If he does it tomorrow, there won't be a dry eye anywhere. Tom's always been the one golfer I idolize due to him being a hometown hero. Seeing him do this 15-20 years after you assume he would never do it again is SO special.

Dr. Sak · 07-19-2009, 09:18 AM

I can imagine that Tiger is pretty furious right now.

Radii · 07-19-2009, 09:20 AM

god what a horrible 5th hole for Ross Fisher, from -4 and a two stroke lead to even and 2 back.

Logan · 07-19-2009, 09:24 AM

Always fun when you see a pro do the same shit you would do if you're on the course.

PilotMan · 07-19-2009, 10:06 AM

He must have just realized he was leading the Open on Sunday.

Dr. Sak · 07-19-2009, 10:15 AM

Is it just me or are there a lot more commercials on ABC than when NBC or CBS show golf?

kingfc22 · 07-19-2009, 11:54 AM

Go Tom go!

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Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	I see what you are talking about Foz but it also has a lot of luck built into it. A lot of shots are run up on the green or in areas of the fairway where a bad bounce here or there plays into effect. But I do love it for the drastic changes in weather. Last edited by Dr. Sak : 07-17-2009 at 07:58 AM.

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07-16-2009, 08:55 AM	#2
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Anthony Kim took a 9 on the par 4 second hole.

07-16-2009, 09:24 AM	#5
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	I'd have to say this is my 3rd favorite major. The Masters is #1, US Open being #2. I guess it's because I don't know the courses over there as well as I do the ones here.

07-16-2009, 11:45 AM	#9
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	It's even a bigger story than Norman in my opinion since the guy is almost 60. I doubt he can hang on and compete but I'll be rooting for him.

07-17-2009, 07:26 AM	#15
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Watson birdies at the first hole. Tied for the lead at -6.

07-17-2009, 07:57 AM	#16
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Been listening to the Open radio online feed. Funny comment by the British announcers that wasn't meant to be funny. "John Daly taking a nice drag from his fag. You don't see that too often anymore. He tossed aside his fag, took his swing, and then picked up his fag for another drag. But he's got nothing on Jiminez. He's over there smoking a telephone pole." For those that are unaware, the Brits call a cigarette a fag. And Jiminez enjoys cigars.

07-17-2009, 08:48 AM	#17
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Watson with 4 bogeys after his opening birdie. Ouch. Ben Curtis had similar issues after an opening birdie.

07-17-2009, 12:22 PM	#19
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Tiger is having issues and is could miss the cut.

07-17-2009, 03:01 PM	#22
kcchief19 Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Kansas City, MO	Watson's run so far is incredible. If there was ever a 50-plus golfer suited for a course and a tournament, it's Watson in the British Open at Turnberry. It would be hard to believe he can keep this up for 36 more holes but this will be a fun ride to watch. If he pulls it off, it will be most amazing sports accomplishment of the year.

07-17-2009, 06:50 PM	#25
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Great news on Watson's recovery in the second round, even better news on Tiger missing the cut. I have nothing against the guy, it's just even if he's not in contention the networks feel obligated to show every step he takes, so him finishing +3 or something and just making the cut would have been the worst case scenario for me watching on TV this weekend.

07-17-2009, 07:16 PM	#26
k0ruptr Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas	I couldn't believe it last week when I saw betting on tiger was 2:1 and the Field was 4:1 . I quickly put 500 down on the field lol. I wonder if the 2 g's will be in my account tonite, or after its done since he missed the cut

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07-17-2009, 08:35 PM	#30
Tyrith College Starter Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Houston, TX	I'm glad Tiger missed the cut because I'm just happy that occasionally people get reminded that golf is more than Tiger and Phil.

07-17-2009, 08:37 PM	#32
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	I wonder when was the last time Mickelson and Woods both missed the weekend of a major.

07-17-2009, 11:44 PM	#34
Tyrith College Starter Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Houston, TX	Golf was fine, even if significantly less big, before Tiger and Phil, and it will survive after them. More than the ratings--and I can understand why people don't tune in and watch a bunch of nobodies; I am a huge golf person and I don't a lot of the time--it's the endless line of slightly knowledgeable but not really sportswriters that will prognosticate about this endlessly. Just like with Brett Favre and the New York Yankees, sometimes I just don't want to hear about it anymore. There seems to be an obnoxious 80/20 rule in sports - 80 percent of what gets written is 20 percent of what people care about. 20 is probably understating it, but I think I get my point across.

07-18-2009, 10:42 AM	#37
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	2 stroke lead for Watson after 7 holes. He's doing exactly what I mentioned he needed to do. Hit the ball accurately and stay out of trouble. Got a chance to make it a 3 stroke lead with a 20 foot birdie opportunity at 8th hole.

07-18-2009, 11:28 AM	#38
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Nice recovery by Marino after his start to the round.

07-18-2009, 01:27 PM	#39
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	I'm starting to believe Watson just might win the damn thing.

07-18-2009, 01:29 PM	#40
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	He's got a shot, need to watch out for Westwood tomorrow though I think.

07-18-2009, 08:03 PM	#41
k0ruptr Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas	I'm getting 6 - 1 odds on Watson tomorrow, I'm not really sure if I wanna put my money there, but clearly its the best bet with odds. Fisher and Westwood are 7-2 then Goosen at 9-2. Goggin is at 10-1 though too. I dunno , getting 6-1 on the current leader isn't bad at all. Last edited by k0ruptr : 07-18-2009 at 08:05 PM.

07-18-2009, 08:31 PM	#42
k0ruptr Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas	DOLA son of a bitch, in my indecisiveness, the damn lines changed. shit

07-18-2009, 10:20 PM	#43
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07-19-2009, 09:18 AM	#45
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	I can imagine that Tiger is pretty furious right now.

07-19-2009, 09:20 AM	#46
Radii Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	god what a horrible 5th hole for Ross Fisher, from -4 and a two stroke lead to even and 2 back.

07-19-2009, 09:24 AM	#47
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Always fun when you see a pro do the same shit you would do if you're on the course.

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07-19-2009, 10:15 AM	#49
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Is it just me or are there a lot more commercials on ABC than when NBC or CBS show golf?

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