There is tremendous curiosity and, potentially, pressure on young Cheyenne Woods. This freshman at Wake Forest is the niece of the current best golfer in the world (and maybe best golfer ever). It must be nice to play at those family get togethers, but to have everyone know who you are because of Tiger must be tough. She has a great attitude, letting things come to her and being patient with her development. I understand that Tiger has looked at her swing. It’s great that she looks at it like …
Today’s Monday finish of the 109th US Open was tremendous. It was a true mental and physical test, though not always of golf. I couldn’t imagine playing until 8, waking up early, warming up, and teeing up again at 7:30 AM. I’m glad that the weather cooperated and that the course finally played tough. That wind was great, and the length of the course, made longer by the wet conditions.
- Tiger had it, couldn’t make putts. I’m not sure that Johnny Miller was right when he said Tiger couldn’t adjust. …
My wife and I walked Bethpage yesterday for a practice round. It was the 7th time I’ve walked it, first time for her. Her comment was, “how can you walk up these hills with golf clubs?”. It was long. With all the rain today, it will be longer. It’s looking great. What is wonderful is that the cource looks like that normally. My buddy Ray was certain that this wasn’t golf. My take is, it is golf, and I’m glad I’m not playing it. Of course, if the club championship …
Golf is a great escape. You play to get away from the other things in your life, such as work, children, bills, etc, hopefully with great company and the stress of a 3 foot putt for $1. It is a wonderful therapy. However, it takes a long time (4+ hours on a private course, up to 6 hours on a public course, not including post round meal / drinks and commute time). If you are married, as I am, this may cause some separation anxiety for you and your wife. …
Fun online simulation of Bethpage Black. I went double, double, double, then quit. I played it better in real life. Though, I wasn’t tired when I finished.
http://usga.usopen.com/2009/virtualopen/