I think everyone wishes Phil were there. But of course family has to come first and hopefully Amy and his mother are on the road to a quick and speedy recovery.
You’re right about Martin. He’s got Bernard Langer in him and that isn’t a bad thing. His game is rock solid right now. Wouldn’t it be cool if Rory McIlroy can win in his back yard? You can be sure those on hand will want that to happen.
How about if Steve Stricker can complete his complete turnaround with a major in his back pocket?
Yeah I really like Phil. The fans in NY were great and he came so close at Bethpage and at the Masters. His sunday front 9 at the Masters was incredible. I wish he was there but family comes first.
It was a German weekend with Langer winning too. Another super guy. Very active in his church and their is a seniors ministry with Langer, Fred Funk and maybe Jay Haas. Very low key. They speak at local churches where the seniors tour is playing. Great guy, very family oriented and does not spoil his kids. Very German reserved like Martin.
Martin has a great game and he is young.
Kaymer was at the Masters last year and Arnie comes up and says “are you the German?”. I am not sure if Palmer is German American but lots of Germans in PA.
Rory and Paddy are too of my faves. Rory winning would be incredible. The kid is great, mature and very nice. Parents came from modest circumstances but were not pushing him obnoxious like Michelle Wie’s parents.
Rory was playing PGA in West Palm. He and his mom and dad went to the nearby mall and saw Jack Nicklaus in the parking lot. Jack was gracious and Rory’s dad was thrilled.
Stricker is back from the dead. It would be amazing. Maybe even Duval though his personality is an issue. I think he just has problems with people as he hides behind the sunglasses.
If the weather is bad than Rory and Paddy might have an advantage. Poulter almost stole it last year and played well. Westwoo’splaying weel and lots or great UK golfers.
Stricker represents us 40 somethings so I don't mind if he continues his streak.
Mrs S was pulling hard for Zach Johnson to win his own “5th major” last weekend, he's ripe for a win.
For me, if Phil ain't here it's Tigger all the way.