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How long will Lee Westwood be number 1?
Nov 2nd
As correctly pointed out by World Golf Ranking – Lee Westwood has three very worthy players ready to make his number one spot a short lived position at the upcoming WGC-HSBC Champions at Sheshan International GC in Shanghai, China. The world number 2, 3 and 4 players, Tiger Woods, Martin Kaymer and Phil Mickelson respectively, all move into the number one position with success at this tournament. Which way do you think it will play out?
Looking to but a property at Sheshan International Golf Course? Better save up your pennies.
Ben Crane Wins the CIMB [Video]
Nov 2nd
Excellent coverage by Yahoo Golf on the win by Ben Crane at this years CIMB.
Tiger’s Pulling Powers Decline Down Under
Nov 2nd
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, (via GolfDigest), tickets sales are down at this years Australian Masters, due to a lack of Tiger appeal.
David Rollo, VP director of golf at IMG Australia, said that it may be down to the fact that last year was Tigers first appearance in 11 years, rather than a response by golf fans to Tigers off game controversies. For the full story, check out the GolfDigest. What do you think?
The Ryder Cup comes to Wales
Sep 30th
A great little video talking about what the prestigious Ryder Cup means to it’s European host, beautiful South Wales.
Exclusive Pictures from the Ryder Cup 2010 Practice Day
Sep 29th
GolfOnline were at the Ryder Cup practice day yesterday and we took a few snaps for our customers and fans of the blog. We hope you enjoy them and go team Europe!
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Nick Faldo breaks down St. Andrews golf course hole by hole
Jul 14th
The legendary Nick Faldo has posted a hole by hole break down of his experience at St. Andrews, with pictures, over at TaylorMade Europe.
An excerpt reads:
“In my first Open over the Old Course in 1978, which was won by Jack Nicklaus, I was given some hand-written notes by Gerald Micklem, one of the top administrators during my amateur career. What made his notes so helpful was that he detailed the likely Championship pin locations which, in the case of St Andrews, can make all the difference to how you play the hole. It was just such a useful guide to the Open at St Andrews for a first-time competitor.”
You can check out the whole break down in one location here.
How do you prepare for St. Andrews? Ask Mike Weir and Nick Faldo [Video].
Jul 14th
Here are the players thoughts on St. Andrews – direct from the good folks at Taylormade Europe.
Aim Blame: What can we learn from Tiger and Stevie’s relationship?
Jun 28th
Shane B over at DogsThatChaseCars wrote up a rift between Tiger Woods and his caddie Steve Williams. The blog post commented:
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After the final round of the U.S. Open, it appeared Tiger is again a bit upset with the decision making of Williams, namely his second shot into the 10th hole.
“Stevie said take dead aim right at it, and in my heart I said ‘no’. There was no chance, I have a sand wedge in my hand, and I can’t play at that flag. You land the ball on the green, it will go past the flags.”
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You can read the full article here. What does this tell us about the shot decision responsibility of a golfer? Williams has a solid reputation for not speaking ill of Woods; so was Woods right to pass the buck over to his caddie? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section, or send us an email to team -@- GolfOnline.co.uk
Image: NBC Sports Media
Graeme McDowell speaks to CNN after winning the U.S. Open
Jun 21st
Graeme McDowell catches up with CNN after winning the U.S. Open. As the first European player to win this prestigious title, McDowell speaks on the win, and looking forward to getting back to celebrate with his family in Ireland.
Source: CNN
Tiger Woods complains about greens after woeful first round at the US Open.
Jun 18th
After an amature putting exhibition, Tiger Woods, who scored a 74 three over par, had only one thing to say about the putting surface, ‘Awful’.
Tiger, who is know for his putting prowesqe, struggled with reading the infamously firm greens. He was quoted as saying, ”There’s no one making a lot of putts out there. No one is going low. You just can’t. [At least] the afternoon guys can’t. The morning guys have a chance. I’ve played, as I said, my practice rounds in the morning and the greens are smoother, but they’re still very firm.”
Woods’ disgust was easily explained – he played better from tee to green than he has done since his return from his self-induced hiatus only to fritter away his chances. His haste in blaming the elements was inexplicable, not least because the three co-leaders at the close of play had all, like Woods, teed off in the afternoon.
Phil Mikelson, who is favorite to take the title actually finished one shot worse than Woods, who scored the same as one of the other favorites Ian Poulter. The scores are very tight near the top so whatever happens, it should be a very exciting year for the US Open.
Photo’s and quotes courtesy of the guardian.co.uk
