Life is really good right now for Rory McIlroy. Talk about being on top of the world, the kid is doing a very good impression of another player who was dominant in his mid-twenties…what was his name? Anyway, congratulations to Rory and I certainly hope he cools down a bit by September 25th.
In this edition of HtL we start with a giant overreaction, then check out the $100 Million Dollar Man, and find out how his niece did at Q-School. Also, we look at the U.S. Ryder Cup Picks, investigate a cool comeback, and do a wrap-up of the week’s events. Read on!
Hole 1: Overreact Much!?
A Nevada man shot and wounded a golfer who accidentally hit his house with an errant tee shot. [Link]
Hole 2: $100 Million Dollar Man
Tiger Woods becomes the first player on the PGA Tour to reach $100 million in earnings. [Link]
Hole 3: You’re Outta Here!
Cheyenne Woods makes a quick exit at LPGA Q-School. [Link]
Hole 4: You’re In!
DLIII makes his four Ryder Cup Captain’s Picks. [Link]
Hole 5: Eagle!
Peter Hanson eagles the 72 hole to get his fifth European Tour victory. [Link]
Hole 6: Comeback
Jeff Klauk makes his first start on the Web.com Tour since having brain surgery. [Link]
Hole 7: Aloha!
If I had Hale Irwin’s record in Hawaii, I would move there! [Link]
Hole 8: Kingsmill Championship
Paula Creamer and company will have to wait until today to find a winner in a Monday playoff. [Link]
Hole 9: BMW Championship
Rory McIlroy catches fire with his second Playoff win of 2012. [Link]