PGA Championship Thread!

[cbe_golfer]

okay..for the record..Sergio misses a putt from two feet with his belly putter, signs an incorrect scorecard and gets DQed.

[BASHERBAKER69]

Nope. And I don't intend to. When Tiger's in the lead, I change the channel. Ugh.

Watch out for John Daly!

[Puttin4Bird]

I realize that, but i also feel the same way about him being in the lead.. just for the fact that i get tired of watching everyone collapse around him. Id rather see a good solid tournament ending in a play off like the British, then watch Tiger destroy the field. I respect his skill and what he's done and will do, but I dont particularly like him as a golfer or person.

I can't fault you for preferring to play golf instead of watch a blow out, but saying you don't particularly like Tiger as a person or golfer? I understand how you can have someone else as a fav, certainly that is even the case for me, but what is not to like about Tiger's golf game? He has it all, the man can play golf, period.

[Clubswinger21]

When i say i dont like him as a golfer.. I just dont like the guy, his persona, who he is on the course or in the press room. Im not saying i dont like his golf game.

[alf174]

okay..for the record..Sergio misses a putt from two feet with his belly putter, signs an incorrect scorecard and gets DQed.

Golf.com article said that Boo Weekly wrote down the wrong score for Sergio at the 17th and Sergio signed it. You would think at this level of play there would be more checks and balances going on; like you, your partner, and your caddy keeping score and then you compare them at the end of the round to see if they all agree.

[muskegman]

Tiger Woods: 260-270-yard 2-iron?!! Wow.

FYI: He's a freak.

[muskegman]

Verplank doubles 12 (ouch) and now Tiger Woods is 5 clear on Saturday afternoon. Turn out the lights, the party's over.

[El Camino Real]

For what it's worth I can't have Tiger on my mind as a selection this week. As I'm sure has been said elsewhere, Southern Hills isn't overly long, but you want a guy who can shape the ball, and hit v accurate irons off the tee/into the greens. Woods putted very well over here at Carnoustie, just in order to stay in the top dozen. But last week not so good, despite his 8 shot win. I just don't see that Southern Hills "fits his eye" - Tiger's description of Firestone.

I need add nothing to my earlier post. Boy Thursday seems a long time ago. I stand well and truly corrected !!!

[CG031]

It's over. It's sad we don't have to watch tomorrow...we'll, at least until the celebration.

[iacas]

It's over. It's sad we don't have to watch tomorrow...we'll, at least until the celebration.

I'll be watching (and live blogging it - please join me). I like seeing golf history being made.

[Clubswinger21]

Tiger Woods: 260-270-yard 2-iron?!! Wow.

^ Nothing new, but im pretty sure Nick Faldo said that one 2 iron went close to 300 yards. Thats crazy long even in that heat. Possible outcome: Steph Ames wows the crowds and shoots a spell binding 65 to eclipse Tiger by 1 shot. Likely outcome: Tiger Woods shoots a 3 under 67 while not a single player within 7 shots of the lead can muster an under par round.. and Tiger wins by 7 shots.

[Puttin4Bird]

I like seeing golf history being made.

I'll be tuned in myself, we're getting to see the best golfer in the history of the game in his prime. We should all be happy we can tell our kids and grandkids that we got to watch Tiger Woods completely take over events.

Interesting question today from Jason Sobel's ESPN.com live blog. "If Tiger holds on to this lead, that will be four PGA titles, equaling his four Masters. Do you think he'll end up with more Wanamaker Trophies than green jackets?" Interesting question, I'm inclined to say he'll have more Masters, being at Augusta National year after year is the reason for that. Once in a while he may end up on a PGA Championship venue he doesn't particularly like.

[CG031]

I'll be watching (and live blogging it - please join me). I like seeing golf history being made.

lol, well, yeah, I mean, it's still golf, and it will still be exciting to see if Tiger can hold onto the lead. I'm pretty sure he will, but I guess ya never know.

[BASHERBAKER69]

hi

i predict a top 16 finish for John Daly and a win for Tiger...is this a reasonable predicton?

bb69

[Cleveland Gunmetal]

What a great golf tournament. That final round ended up being far more exciting than I thought it was going to be. Congratulations to Tiger on his 13th major! Although I'm glad the tournament is over because I don't think I could stand to watch his cocky club twirl even one more time. Also congrats to Ernie Els for making such a strong move and major congrats to Woody Austin. Woody kept his nerves in check and played a great round and was a lot of fun to watch. It was fun seeing him get the crowd into it. I will say I gained a lot of respect for Woody this week.

Oh yeah, congrats to John Daly for actually making a cut.

[Puttin4Bird]

It was great, I sure hope some of the members of this board that were claiming they wouldn't watch because Tiger was going to win came to their senses and tuned in. It was exciting and even for a few minutes it had me wondering if Tiger would get beat.

I agree, the club twirl is cocky, but I love it. What's wrong with having a little showmanship in golf? He'll hardly admit he is cocking off by doing it, but again I think it's cool.

[Scratch-Hopeful]

It was great, I sure hope some of the members of this board that were claiming they wouldn't watch because Tiger was going to win came to their senses and tuned in. It was exciting and even for a few minutes it had me wondering if Tiger would get beat.

I like the club twirl as well. I don't think it is cocky though, more of a display of confidence. Plus who doesn't like the feeling after they've just hit a fantastic shot. I'm sure if you really wanted to look at all the little habits of golfers you'd find that most people have some indication of the shot they've just hit.

[joelq]

I like the club twirl as well. I don't think it is cocky though, more of a display of confidence. Plus who doesn't like the feeling after they've just hit a fantastic shot. I'm sure if you really wanted to look at all the little habits of golfers you'd find that most people have some indication of the shot they've just hit.

I noticed Woody Austin himself do the club twirl at least a couple times during the round. I don't think it's all that unusual.

Heck - I'd probably do it too if I hit the occassional good shot!