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Okay, perhaps I’m being just a wee bit nationalistic here by claiming The Irish Open is the 5th Major but for every Irish golfer, it certainly is one they would like to get their hands on. The Irish golfing public has been fortunate enough to witness 2 Irish winners in recent year with Padraig Harrington doing the business in a play off against Bradley Dredge at Adare Manor and who could forget Shane Lowry’s monumentuous win last year in a play off against Robert Rock at rain drenched Baltray.

Thats was then and this is now though. Fortunately, the cream of Irish golf have turned up for this weeks event. Boasting 4 major wins out of the past 13, McDowell and Harrington will be sure to have their fair share of followers. However, in this golden generation of Irish golf, we also have one of the worlds greatest talent in Rory McIlroy, backed up by such talents as Clarke, Lowry, Lawrie, McGrane, Hoey and Thornton.

The venue is Killarney Golf Club, one of my absolute favorite places to spend a weekend and play golf. The course is not long but the scenery is sublime, especially on a beautiful summers day. throw into the mix that it is a bank holiday over here and we are hoping for fine weather and record breaking crowds. the only thing that may draw from it is the fact the Galway Races are on this week also……and of course the fact that the Recession is alive and kicking on these shores.

So, with the introductions over, its time to turn to out tipster Ian who’s form over the past few weeks reminds has been far from impressive. Having reminded him of such this week, he has been grinding through the history and statistic books more than ever to provide you with his first winner since his appearance here (in fairness, its only been a couple of weeks but there are standards to be met here). Without further procrastination, here are Ian’s selections:

“Our National Professional Golf Open returns once again to Killarney Golf and Fishing Club. The last two times it was played at this course, in 1991 and 1992, Sir Nick Faldo walked away with the title both times. A lot has changed since then however, both on the course and in terms of players. The greens have been remodelled to USGA specifications and some work has been done with the tees as well. The course should offer low scoring, with the risk of it turning into a ‘birdie fest’ if the conditions are right. Heavy rain has plagued the Killarney area over the last couple of weeks, but the weatherman tells us that conditions will be pretty good for the Irish Open. With some big names in golf arriving in Ireland, it should make for some exciting viewing. Marcel Siem, Graeme McDowell and Damien McGrane were all vying hard to make my final 3 but each just came up short for various reasons. Now for the final 3:”

Rory Mcilroy each way @ 8/1
The odds aren’t great for the young Northern Irishman and it takes a pretty special player to get me to back them at such short odds but Mcilroy is that special player. Two words spring to mind when people mention Mcilroy’s name to me and that’s ‘Quail Hollow’. The quality of his final two rounds there showed just how good a player he is and showed why there is no doubt that he will be world number one someday. But back to stats; Mcilroy booms the ball off the tee at nearly a 294 yard average. Granted that his accuracy isn’t fantastic but he is driving the ball better presently than he did at the start of the season so his stats don’t tell the full story of his present game. The good thing about his accuracy is that he doesn’t seem to have one of these Phil or Tiger shots that will go a country mile off line. He hits nearly 78 percent of green and that with improved putting make him almost the ultimate player. In fact, he has managed to improve his putting by an average of nearly one putt per round. Irish fans will be cheering him on this week and he will want to do well for all his fans. Even at these short odds, Mcilroy seems well worth a bet.

Bradley Dredge each way @ 45/1
The Welshman has been in great form this year and had it not been for his inability to close off tournaments, he would have one or two in the bag already. He hasn’t won in four years which of course is a worry but his play suggests another might be just around the corner. Long off the tee, albeit not always the most accurate, he hits over 67 percent of greens in regulation and a lot of players would kill for his putting. Also he should have good memories from Ireland after coming second in 2007, losing to our own Padraig Harrington, and from finishing tied eighth in 2008. Another thing was that he commented that he wanted to make Monty’s Ryder Cup team. With valuable Ryder Cup points on offer, Dredge is eager to put on a good show. Hopefully that added pressure will prove a boost for Dredge as opposed to a burden, but I am confident he has the mentality to cope. Clearly the bookies are coy on Dredge’s chances but that gives us the opportunity to snap up what appears to be a great value bet, with Dredge priced at 45/1

Alejandro Canizares each way @ 50/1
Canizares is another man who is in the form of his life. He has done all but win this year and coming out the wrong end of two playoffs has only spurred the twenty seven year old Spaniard on. On paper, his game seems suited to all golf courses and there are no glaringly apparent weakness. He averages nearly 287 yards in driving distance and couples that with both driving accuracy and greens in regulation percentages of nearly 69 percent. Moving on to the flat stick and he aint half bad either with an average of 28.21 putts per round and 1.7 putts for greens in regulation. The more I look at these stats, the more appealing this bet becomes. His odds of 50/1 are ridiculously high and should be taken advantage of. His past results in the Irish Open are quite poor but don’t let this put you off as the old Canizares wasn’t a patch on the one that showed up this year.

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The debate about who is the Worlds Greatest golfer is of course always hotly contested and always will be. In the video above we get two different view points and now, I am going to weigh in with mine.

Firstly, I had to grapple with what exactly are we looking for when we say the “worlds best golfer”. In the video, one member picks Westwood on current form while another picks Woods on past form and future form. This is all a little confusing so to make it a bit more clear in everyone’s mind and to get that brain of yours working into overdrive, here is the scenario:

Tomorrow morning, every male professional golfer will tee it up in a competition, lets call it “The Ultimate Major”. There will be 4 consecutive rounds with one each played on what I consider some of the best courses in the world: Augusta, Carnoustie, Pebble Beach and Sawgrass. If you can correctly pick the winner, you stand to win $100,000, if you fail to pick the winner, you lose, lets say, your house. So, with that in mind, you really need to now consider just who would you bet your house on? Who in your mind, is the best golfer in the world? Who will net you $100,000? Well, if it’s my money and my house, there are only 5 men Im considering:

Lee Westwood: If there is one man in the world right now that has to come into your reckoning, it is Westwood. His record isn’t one that simply includes European wins, he is a multiple international winner. There is little doubt either that from tee to green right now, he is the most solid trust worthy player on tour. His chipping remains weak although it has improved and despite some still lackluster days on the greens, his putting has come on along way in the past few years also. The big question with Westwood is that being in contention is simply not good enough in our case here. Each way doesn’t cut and unfortunately, Westwood’s ability to close out majors is in question and something I have to consider too.

Tiger Woods: Who could argue with his past record and his ability to win tournaments that seemed beyond his reach. Time and time again, the Tiger Woods of old would hit irons shots to pins barely legal, produce chip shots that were barely imaginable and hold putts that seemed barely hole-able. He was, and still is according to the rankings, the undisputed world number 1. However, a lot has happened in a year. Before, he was the game of golf, he seemingly wrote the rules and you were either with him, or you were simply out….end of story! Now, the spotlight is focused on his behavior and every minute detail and move he makes is rightly scrutinized. His golf as a result is suffering. His driving is average at best (I am being nice here) and all of a sudden the hole has gone from being the size of a bucket to the size of an egg cup holder. Heck, somedays he must wonder does the hole just keep moving on him with the amount he is missing. And so, here is my dilemma, do I really think Tiger can get it around Carnoustie and Pebble Beach especially without getting into trouble once too often? I know he can be there or thereabouts but can he maintain that level of consistency for 72 holes? Add to the fact we know already he tends to struggle at the British Open when the wind picks up.

Phil Mickelson: I don’t think there is anyone on the world who wouldn’t cheer if Mickelson dethroned tiger as World number 1. Not only because he is such a likable, genuine role model but also because of his cavalier approach to the game. He knows nothing but attack and he thrills audiences the world over with this style. If Mickelson is in contention in any tournament, it is always worth tuning in to watch because you never know whats coming next. Of course, we all know that his particular weakness is his erratic driving, made up somewhat by without doubt the best short game in the business. There is no one, absolutely no one better or more imaginative around the greens than Mickelson. The worrying part though, in addition to the driving is his putting. He really has struggled for the past few years with the short stick and for now, the inconsistencies show no signs of letting up. Weighing it all up, we know Mickelson will be in contention in Augusta, Sawgrass is manageable too and perhaps Pebble Beach, but what of Carnoustie? Could you imagine Mickelson being tied for the lead with Westwood, Woods, Els and McIlroy on a windy final day at Carnoustie and your house is on the line. I myself would be a nervous wreck because every time that driver gets pulled out of the bag, its shut your eyes and pray time. Could he really hold it together for the entire 72 holes?

Ernie Els: The big Easy and another of golfs more likable and gentle role models. It was difficult to watch what seemed to be the demise of Els only for him to resurrect his career in the manner champions only know how. To be honest, there are not many weaknesses in his game but in each department, you would not say he is the best. It is his all around game and consistency which leads me to believe he has to be a serious consideration. Whats more, like Westwood, none of the 4 courses would give him any undue extra problems. He has the game to win anywhere, which is what he has proven throughout his career. The biggest fear I have with Ernie, particularly when it comes to majors, is that putting stroke. I flat out don’t like the look of it and come the back nine on Sunday in previous majors I have watched him, I think it begins to look a bit twitchy. Do I really think he can hold the putts when required to save my house?

Rory McIlroy: This is the man I believe will fill Tigers boots, although maybe not emulate the career that Woods has had. The young Irishman is an incredible talent and for those who have yet to witness his ball striking in person, you are honestly missing out for it is a think of beauty. From tee to green, McIlroy can be sensational. One only has to think back to the weekend of Quail Hollow to justify such a statement. There are however some question marks over McIlroy. One is that he is still very young and we should expect that his learning curve will last a little while longer yet. Evidence of such was at the second round of the British Open this year where he shot an 80 in testing conditions. The ability to grind out scores and turn 80’s into 75’s, like Woods so often does is what you need to be the Worlds best. There is also the issue with his putting. It is the single part of his game that looks…well…..ordinary! To become the Worlds best, he must find a way of improving it in my view because he rarely looks like the invincible machine that Woods did in the past on the greens. Taking everything into account, could McIlroy really upset the odds and stand toe to toe with the Worlds best, stare them in the eyes coming down the stretch and produce the shots needed to win. Is he at this early stage capable of holing the putts that matter?

So many questions, so many debates, but I have to make a decision and my top 5 in order of preference at this moment in time are as follows…….drum role please:

1. Lee Westwood
2. Tiger Woods
3. Phil Mickelson
4. Ernie Els
5. Rory McIlroy

Lee Westwood gets the nod because as far as I am concerned, he is due a major and the most consistent golfer in the world today. People kept telling me Harrington was a choker and all of a sudden, he had won three majors in the space of 18 months. It takes a bit of good fortune to win a  major, a bad shot getting lucky, a bad putt dropping when it shouldn’t, a lucky bounce etc. For my money, Westwood is doing everything right to win a major. I am confident he will win one and it may as well be “The Ultimate Major”. He is the only one I could possibly feel confident of with my house on the line (I should point out I actually still rent but just go along with it). Woods and Mickelson are just that little bit wild for me and I would be nervous of both around Carnoustie in difficult conditions. Ernie is generally quite steady but I sadly think his majors days could be behind him and McIlroy is simply too inexperienced for my liking to handle courses to the magnitude of Pebble Beach when it is set up in a US Open style. His time is coming, and probably sooner than most expect, but it will not come this week unfortunately!

So, with that evaluation done, why don’t you have a little think about it and leave a comment below with your top 5. Needless to say, it doesn’t have to include my 5 picks. I am aware that Stricker, Furyk, Poulter, Donald, Casey, McDowell, Ishikawa and more were left out so let me know why I was wrong in doing so. I look forward to your comments but rest assured, any top tip other than Lee Westwood and as far as Im concerned, it’s bye-bye house and not even the sniff of $100,000.

Lee Westwood……We Get Golf’s “Ultimate Major” Winner

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Now while he isn’t exactly tight for cash, Tiger Woods is certainly enduring a less prosperous 2010 than most other previous years. Of course, his divorce is yet to be completely finalized but on top of that, the Associated Press have just announced that he has lost $22 million in endorsements. Here is the press release:

“NEW YORK — Tiger Woods’ estimated endorsements for 2010 are worth $22 million less than last year, according to Sports Illustrated’s annual analysis of the highest-earning American athletes.
Woods is still No. 1 on the list, as he has been for the rankings’ seven years. But his estimated total earnings of more than $90 million are down 30 percent from nearly $128 million two years ago.
Rival Phil Mickelson is again No. 2 with total earnings of more than $61 million. His estimated endorsement income is $52 million, compared with $70 million for Woods.
Floyd Mayweather Jr., LeBron James, Alex Rodriguez, Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, Derek Jeter, Peyton Manning and Dwyane Wade round out the top 10.” Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press

Aw well, I guess he will have to make do with $90 million per year, not exactly at the beans and toast situation just yet…….until maybe his ex-wife deservedly gets her claws out (I know I know, less of the puns!!)

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Being involved in the financial industry (yes I do have interests other than golf), I am always keeping a close eye on earnings season to gauge just how optimistic/pessimistic companies are for both the near and long term future. So, when Apple blew away earnings estimates yesterday as they reported increased sales in every division, it got me thinking if there could be any impact on golf. Of course, the answer to this is a resounding yes and in particular the role the iPhone could play.

For those who have been living under a rock for the past couple of years, the iPhone is Apples phenomenal phone that launched in 2007 and I can admit I have been converted to an Apple Addict over the past 12 months. However, it is the “Apps” which you can download to smartphone devices that have seen so many manufacturers rush to get their name in this space. True, App’s have existed for some time but it is the iPhone popularity that has catapulted them into stardom.

What does all this have to do with golf though. Well, for starters, there are some pretty cool Golf Apps (all non golfer are now snickering after I mentioned golf and cool in the same sentence). Take for instance the PGA Tour App. Here I can stay abreast of the latest tournament scores with an interactive leaderboard right in the palm of my hand. I can also view upcoming fixtures, get an insight into each individual player and view the latest videos. Add to this the ability to browse the Champions Tour and Challenge tour and you have in my eyes what is a really convenient piece of software. Unfortunately, the European Tour must be under that rock I spoke of yesterday because there is still no sign of them releasing an App. I have sent them an email re: how they were lagging the USPGA Tour when it came to social media outlets like Apps, YouTube, Facebook etc but with no response. I am amazed at how behind the curve they are here considering how proactive they have been with regards the promotion of the Tour, for which they deserve immense credit.

While Apps like these are great, it is the real golf functional apps that really grabbed my attention. For instance, I came across the Rules of Golf App the other day and proceeded to download it to my phone. Now I know the rules of golf are not exactly a stimulating subject but bear with me. Too often in club competitions, rules are broken, perhaps not intentionally but nevertheless errors are made. I agree there are way too many rules for everyone to remember but for those in the dark, a simple thing like a rule book in the bag is an obvious solution. For some reason though, this little book seems largely unpopular with the golfing population and hence the introduction of the Rules of Golf App.

I want to be one of the first to commend the R&A for the creation of this App. When you log in, you are met with a very detailed menu presented in very simplistic fashion. It is designed so anyone can navigate the software with absolute ease and find the answer to their question within seconds. Not only that, when you search for a ruling you will find the text is accompanied by images and even a video. I don’t think it could be any clearer and how much more efficient could this possibly be for golfers who need a ruling on the course! Finally, there is a quiz for those who need to brush up on their knowledge. Yes I know a quiz on the rules of golf might not be everyone’s idea of a fun night in but golf is a game of etiquette and it is ignorant in my view to play the game without some knowledge of the rules. Spend 5 mins per day on this App and you will find your knowledge will improve dramatically within weeks. So for those with an Apple iPhone, I would strongly encourage you to download it.

Needless to say there are many golf apps which provide a service. For instance, there are also GPS systems for yardages you can download but I am unclear as to how good they actually are at this point (Im going to download one today and test it on my local course Saturday if it is indeed available). It is a step in the right direction though and I am sure that in time we will be marking score cards, signing into competitions etc all through our phones etc. Some don’t particularly like all this movement away from the traditional forms and decide against embracing the changes we see happening around us. I am the complete opposite though and find these revolutionary adjustments to the old traditional methods exciting. Lets all just admit and welcome the “Planet of the Apps”

If anyone has any interesting information on alternative golf apps either in Europe, the US, Asia or wherever, please do leave a comment below.

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Bobby Locke - 1950

Jack Nicklaus - 1970

Seve Ballesteros - 1984

Costantino Rocca - 1995

Arnold Palmer - 1995

Tiger Woods - 2005

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Rory McIlroys win in Quail Hollow a few months ago, completed in a manner with which only pure golfing geniuses posses, was his official arrival on the world scene. His swashbuckling aggressive style is refreshing in a game that is clouded with technical analysis and his gentle, accepting demeanor on the course suggests McIlroy has it all to be not just a champion, but the peoples champion. It almost seems like the public are ready to adopt a new hero. One that can give them everything they want, everything that a certain Tiger Woods looked sure to give until Tiger believed he was too big for just about everything that had made him what he was.

I personally have lost a lot of respect for Tiger Woods, the golfer. Over 12 months ago I wrote on this blog about his disgusting behavior on the golf course……the club banging, the foul language, the spitting and just his all round petulant spoilt ways. Nothing I have seen since his dramatic comeback at the Masters has led me to believe he has changed in any way, although I do acknowledge the fact that the personal problems he is going through are anything but pleasant and to have it played out in the media like it has been, must be incredibly difficult. However, once he steps on that first tee, he has a responsibility as the World number 1 and sadly, he is failing the game of golf badly in my opinion at this stage. Sure, he could go on and win another 10 majors but true champions are not only be measured by the success, but on how they handle failure. In the words of Rudyard Kipling:

“If you can meet with triumph and disaster
and treat those two imposter’s just the same……
…Yours is the Earth and everything that’s in it,
And - which is more - you’ll be a Man my son!”

Of course, I could be wrong about McIlroy. Perhaps he will flatter to deceive in similar fashion to previous pretenders to the throne like Sergio Garcia. It seems McIlroy is a different breed though. He looks ready to step up and adopt the role of the closest thing to Tiger Woods that golf has today. Mickelson, Westwood, Harrington and Rose are all incredible talents and indeed Mickelson is vying hard to become world number 1 but McIlroy is another step up in class. He reminds me of the Tiger Woods of old that we all fell in love with….the prodigy that revolutionized golf and provided us with some of sports most fascinating memories that will long remain etched into the record books. Things change though and unless Woods can change and adapt to a new role where he must accept his imperfections on the golf course, it won’t be long before McIlroy is breathing down his neck. In fact, he already is.

The next few years could be one of the most fascinating in the sport of golf. As I have alluded to, the stage is now set and two incredibly talented sportsmen look set to go to head to head to determine just who is the real champion of golf. My money is on McIlroy to take Tigers crown, but will he ever be able to match what the Woods of old has achieved…..I find it hard to accept, but maybe, just maybe…..

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Hi to all of you. I apologize profusely for my lack of updates over the past month and a half. The reason being I have started my own business and my time is therefore extremely limited unfortunately at present. So much so, I am debating whether or not the blog will continue into the new year.

Before then however, I will include some great content and what better way to start than with an interview with the beautiful Win McMurry. I can’t thank Win enough for her time and would like to congratulate her on the excellent job she does with the PGA Tour (I’m beginning to sound like a love sick puppy I fear!!) Anyway, enough about me, lets see what Win had to say:

Q. Was it always your intention to get into broadcasting at a young age?
When I was young what I wanted to do when I grew up ranged depending on the day from professional ballerina to novelist, actress to high-powered businesswoman. I had always enjoyed playing and watching sports, but it was my junior year at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill that I really decided I wanted to work in sports broadcasting. I had a fantastic sports journalism professor, Mick Mixon, who helped me discover my passion for sports reporting.

Q. How did your big break in break come about in broadcasting?
After graduating from college, my work with CBS Sports coverage of the PGA TOUR positioned me for my role as host of PGA TOUR Today. It was that experience combined with my passion for golf, my work with WCBS-TV in New York, and my Bachelor of Arts degree from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at UNC-Chapel Hill that gained me the position. I sent my composite reel of my on-camera work along with my resume to the PGA TOUR. They invited me down to the studios and I was offered the job after an interview and screen test/audition.

Q. Who would you say has been your favourite people to interview over the past few years?
I’d have to start out by saying ‘who doesn’t enjoy a Will Mackenzie or Boo Weekley interview?!’ They usually provide some of the biggest laughs. So does Jerry Kelly, who won earlier this year at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. I also have enjoyed interviewing David Toms who is having a great year. Marc Turnesa, who won last year in Las Vegas, is one of the most humble guys out there and has an amazing golf heritage. Veterans Tom Lehman, Stewart Cink, and Rocco Mediate are also players that I have great respect for and have enjoyed having the opportunity to interview.

Q. What does the rest of the year hold in store for Win McMurry?
Well next up is the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup! I’m traveling up to NYC and am planning to go to the U.S. Open of tennis after the Barclays to catch some matches. We have the Presidents Cup this year at Harding Park, and while at this time I am not scheduled to be in San Francisco to cover the event, I’ll be watching and recapping that every night from our studio at the World Golf Village. I love traveling, so once the Fall Series winds down, I plan to use some vacation time and maybe head over to your side of the pond!

Q. Have you ambitions to move forward from your current broadcasting position?
I love my job with the PGA TOUR. It’s a wonderful organization, not only because I get to watch golf everyday, but because of its loyalty and commitment to charities. Living in Florida is fantastic as well! But travel is something I really enjoy doing so I hope to do more of that in the future!

Question related to Golf

Q. Tell me a little about your childhood and how you became interested in golf?
Golf has been part of my life since I was young. My family almost moved to Pinehurst, NC when I was a child because my dad is such an avid golfer. Instead, my parents chose the coastal town of Wilmington, NC where I was on my high school golf team, though I must admit, I was not a great player. Improving my game has been a longtime project!

Q. What is your current handicap and do you get to play often?
Ha ha …wouldn’t you like to know! I’ve been working on my game a lot over the last three months and my ball striking is pretty strong. I’m never going to be an LPGA player, but I’m trying to get my game back into shape. I play whenever I can, but with my busy schedule, I usually end up squeezing in an hour or so a week on the range.

Q. You have the choice of playing one course for the rest of your life….which one is it and what time are we teeing off?
This is really tough. Right off the bat, I was going to say Augusta National, but if it is for the rest of my life I think I’d have to go with Pebble Beach …or maybe Cypress Point!

Q. Have you played links golf before?
I have never played links golf. But don’t count on me coming out like Steve Marino did at Turnberry and shooting a 67 in my first try!

Q. What is your ideal four-ball and who is your golfing hero?
I’d love to play with Tiger Woods …but after reading the book The Match by Mark Frost, I’d love to re-create that four-ball match and witness Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, Ken Venturi, and Harvie Ward and play Cyrpess Point.

Q. If I were to ask you to name 3 potential winners of the final major of the year, the US PGA Championship, who would they be?
Tiger Woods. I think playing three events in a row (unlike what he did to prepare for the other three majors) will pan out for him at Hazeltine. Retief Goosen has shown strong promise as of late and how about Paul Casey to capture his first major!

Q. Will Tiger Woods beat Jack Nicklaus and will the US retain the Ryder Cup on foreign soil next year?
Tiger’s win at the Buick Open put him only four total career wins behind the Golden Bear, the same number of majors he has left to equal Nicklaus. Tiger’s only 32. Nicklaus captured his final major at age 46. Consider it done. As for the US retaining the Ryder Cup in 2010…as an American I hope they do. But I know the Europeans will be looking for some revenge on their home turf!

Other Questions

Q. What do you like to do outside of golf?
I enjoy riding my bike at the beach, traveling, going boating with my family and friends, and dancing.

Q. For all our male readers, are you single?
Hmmm…well I am not married nor am I engaged

Q. Which golf blog do you read most?
I love WeGetGolf.com! I read tons of other golf blogs, including the BleacherReport.com’s golf blog and golfobserver.com. And of course, I have to give a nod to my own blog which can be read on the PGA TOUR’s Facebook page.

Q. You always appear immaculately dressed on the PGA Tour show. Are you big follower of fashion? What do you think of fashion in golf these days? Would you prefer the conservative look of say Tiger Woods or the more radical John Daly / Ian Poulter?
I do enjoy reading fashion magazines and watching TV programming to get ideas for my on-air wardrobe. It’s difficult when you have to come up with different attire for shows five days a week and so I have fun with it. While I have read in some country club’s dress codes that the golf course is not a place to make a fashion statement, I’d have to disagree. I believe what you wear is your calling card. It is a way that you chose to express yourself. Fashion has always influenced golf. You can’t watch old footage of Jack Nicklaus and say that he wasn’t influenced by the 1970s fashion culture. I enjoy observing the different golf course fashions and love that Ian Poulter can push the envelope and have fun with what he wears. But I would have to say I am really digging Ryan Moore’s look at the moment. It’s a twist between old school Bobby Jones with a button-down shirt and skinny tie and the skate/surf culture. He wears Pumas that look just like skate shoes, only with spikes. It’s awesome.

So there you have, the interview you were all waiting for. I’m off now to get my hair done just like Ryan Moore and find out just where he buys those damn cool clothes!!

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Just a quick look inside Australian, Robert Allenby’s bag.

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I just spent 4 days without Internet access which was terrible. However, the good news was that I was able to watch the USPGA Championship and hardly missed a shot over the 4 days. Great credit goes to Y.E Yang for a stunning win in defeating Tiger Woods down the stretch. Unfortunately, Padraig Harrington had another 8 on his card to ruin his chances of winning. Later, I will be posting a more detailed piece so stay tuned and I will also be bringing you my official interview with Win McMurry over the next day or two also, which was great.

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Last week I had the honor of playing in the Killarney Pro-Am. Played over two days on the Lackabane and beautiful Killens course, it was a fantastic outing. The good news also is that my team, along with our pro, Brenden mcDermott and my fellow friends Owen Lyons and Andrew Whelton won the event, beating a team which coincidentally consisted of my friends Paul Dykes, Kevin Ryan and Jim Ahern.

We had rounds of 95 on Lackabane and 93 on the much more difficult Kileens for a total of 188pts. That was enough to win by 5pts from second and 7pts from the 3rd placed team. I will post some photos from the event when I receive them.

Coming up in the not too distant future is the World Invitational Father and Son competition in Waterville, which I look forward to competing in. I will be doing a quick review of this tonight and also will be interviewing the organizers at the event itself.

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