At the midway point of the 2023 Open Championship, I am not surprised at the scores except for one (but that can wait until later in the article). As I watch the players make their rounds, I am impressed by the Royal Liverpool Golf Club. The undulations are crazy and if you miss the fairway, watch out! To be fair, after hosting The Open 12 times, I think the course is set up very well and presenting a great test for all the players. Up until now, I do not see any surprises in this years Open.
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The Open Is On And I Am Missing It!
“In 2021, the Open will return to Royal St George’s for the first time since 2011, when an emotional Darren Clarke fulfilled his boyhood dream of becoming Champion Golfer of the Year. Located on the Kent coastline, the Sandwich links will showcase the world’s best players as they compete for the Claret Jug in The 149th Open.” (The Open) Royal St George is a tough track and will test the nerves of all the players, especially the leaders, throughout the four days of competition. The Claret Jug will definitely be earned this year!
Continue readingHow To Properly Rake a Bunker – A Lesson From The Open
I have covered this topic before, however after playing in unraked bunkers over the past few weeks, I thought it might be nice to revisit this important skill. For the sake of all players, understanding why and how to help maintain a golf course should be part of every players education. So here we go:
Continue readingThe Open 2019 – Final Round
Congratulations to Shane Lowry on his win at The Open. Raising the Claret Jug is career highlight as this Irishman won in his home country. Royal Portrush played more difficult as the day continue due to inclement weather; yet, Lowry seemed to relish the tough conditions and played very well. With a four stroke lead starting the final round, he never seemed to be in danger of letting the field catch up. It is a great day for Irish golf.
Continue readingThe Open 2019 – Moving Day
Get out of the way because Shane Lowry train is chugging down the track! Shooting a 63 today a Royal Portrush has set him up for an outstanding chance to win the Claret Jug. So much for my idea that you cannot win a Major on Moving Day!
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The Grateful Golfer 