Just another look back on Tiger Woods performance last week. It really is incredible how he could go from such a poor performance in the British Open to that at the Buick. You can’t help but feel he will add his first major of the year at the USPGA Championship.
The World Invitational Father and Son Tournament takes place next week in Waterville Golf Club and I am delighted and excited to be taking part in the prestigious event. Waterville, for those of you who have not played it, is one of Ireland’s finest links courses and undoubtedly the toughest course I have ever played on.
Carr Golf Travel is responsible for hosting the event which is this year in its 20th anniversary. You can find out more about the event at www.carrgolf.com but in the meantime, here is a brief video showcasing last years event.
Tiger Woods has a knack of proving people wrong. After watching him at the British Open, I for one wondered about the state of his overall game and in particular, his attitude on the course.
However, a week later and another victory under his belt, all seems well again with the Worlds Number 1. A simply masterful performance when you consider his subdued opening round!!
I know it’s been too long but I am still working through computer issues. My laptop turns on and off as it sees fit. Incredibly frustrating!!
Lots to talk about but first, here is a review of the RBC Canadian Open, brought to you by the PGA Tour and Win McMurry. Some were ridiculing Win’s dress sense on YouTube…..shame on you!! My interview with Win is coming make sure you keep an eye out for it.
A quick video previewing this weeks RBC Canadian Open.
Stylish, eccentric, poser…..call him what you will, Ian Poulter is an immense talent and is not shy to express himself. Here we get to find out his love for reality TV (well, no actually) and his most embarrassing moment on a golf course.
A brief British Open Preview brought to you by Win McMurry.
Slightly late but here is a preview of the John Deere Classic, brought to you by Win McMurry.
A brief recap of the AT&T National, won by Tiger Woods. Enjoy.
Anthony Kim is back this week to defend the title he won in 2008, when he shot 65 in the final round to defeat Freddy Jacobson and notch up his second win of the year. Kim has yet to win in 2009 but he is coming off a T11th at last weeks Travelers Championship. It is also worth noting that 6 of Kim’s 8 rounds at Congressional have been in the 60’s.
It is the third year of the Tiger Woods hosted event at the Congressional Blue Course and the course this year is playing firm and fast, with deep rough. When asked, Woods smiled, acknowledging that he played a part in how the course is set up and how he dislikes the idea of having to shoot 66 every day to win a golf tournament (Can’t agree more!). On the face of it, it does not look like last years -12 winning score will be attainable this year.
Jim Furyk has finished 3rd at the AT&T National in 2007 and 2008 and was also T5 when the US Open was held at Congressional so he clearly likes the course. Add to the fact that his caddy, Fluff, is a member of Congressional and they are an interesting proposition this week. One must remember though that it is 2007 since Furyk has won on the US Tour.
Paul Goydos is also on a fine run of form with three top 5’s in his last 4 events. He did miss the cut at Colonial but I guess that’s what you get if you back Goydos…a complete gamble but he should entice a few people this week to part with their cash. Robert Allenby is another outsider but he has finished T6 and T3 in his past 2 years at the AT&T National so he obviously likes the course. Allenby though has not won since 2001 on Tour so perhaps he might be worth backing for a top 10 as opposed to an outright win. Mike Weir seems to do well on tough courses also and is in a good run of form recently so he could also go close this week.
Conclusion
There is only one winner for me this week, Tiger Woods. I have not backed him yet this year but I fancy him to go well this week. Nearing full fitness now, he appears to be getting better and better. His driving is still a concern as he is liable to spray a few. However, with the course firm and fast, I think everyone will miss their fair share of fairways so a sharp short game will be needed and Woods fits the bill here. He has been complaining of not holing enough putts but I think that will change this week. At 2/1, his odds are awful as usual but if you want my honest opinion, he will be crowning himself as champion this week, especially when you consider he has the course set up to suit his game!
Hunter Mahan at 18/1 and in fantastic form would be my choice if I look beyond Woods. Another win certainly looks on the horizon for Mahan and is a good each way bet this week. Finally, looking at the outsiders, Paul Goydos is at 60/1 and could be an interesting gamble this week.
See below some memorable moments from the AT&T over the years:
