Well the second day of the US Open proven to be interesting.  It seems everyone took a few steps backward.  This is not surprising given the tough conditions of Merion Golf Club, Ardmore, Pa.  The rough is long and the fairways tight…what a great course!

I was particularly impressed with a couple of amateurs; C. Pan and M. Kim, both shot 2 under.  How is that for playing under pressure.  I hope that the play well for the rest of the weekend.  Would the US Open truly be the US Open if an amateur won!

Phil Mickelson finished strong with a birdie on the 18th hole.  He made a long putt with authority.  Maybe this will be his trigger for success this year.  Mickelson has the game to play Merion only if he continues to hit most of the greens in regulation.

Mike Weir, another of my favorites, has a chance to make the cut.  As a past Masters Champion, he will have to play tomorrow morning because he finished on the 10th hole.  He was a last entry and again, as I love underdogs, it would be great to see Weir do great this year.   Weir also has a chance because he is a relatively short hitter, but is accurate and consistent (most of the time).

Lastly, the big three: Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Adam Scott finishing +3, +3 and +7 respectively.  They did not play bad or good.  They just stayed alive….especially Scott.  These three cannot be counted out, however my pick is McIlory.  He is ready for a breakout round and tomorrow may be it.

The US Open is a tournament that tests even the most seasoned golfer.  It is treacherous rough and greens slicker than your kitchen floor!  Tomorrow should prove to exciting as the course will dry out and speed up.  I can hardly wait!

I am a grateful golfer!  See you on the links!