2018 British Open

[Vegas_Cowboy]

He hasn't been the same since his fall from grace with his better half. It's been one series of falls after the other. His ego took a big hit and it seems like his body followed suit. Funny how what's behind the ears can lead to so many problems both mental and physical. I've got to wonder if he'll ever recover enough to even approach his former self. The progress he makes are incremental in nature and his slides are sudden and pretty drastic. Hard times.

Nail on the head, Brother. I don't think he'll ever be the same. He may win a random "I've never heard of this Tournament," trophy but his hay day is over. I doubt he ever wins a major again.

 

[Diehardblues]

That was it!

I rolled my eyes at that... And that was with him leading the thing.

They're just bust'in a nut to go absolutely bat-**** over a Tiger Woods win at a major.

Right... Tiger sells attention. Good and bad. They’re in the business of promoting.

 

[Diehardblues]

Nail on the head, Brother. I don't think he'll ever be the same. He may win a random "I've never heard of this Tournament," trophy but his hay day is over. I doubt he ever wins a major again.

The odds are definitely against him. But that won’t stop the interest and hoopla surrounding Tiger.

Tiger is after all what drove Golf interest to the level it has become. He attracted fringe fans and anytime he’s in the mix boost ratings .

 

[Bullflop]

Nail on the head, Brother. I don't think he'll ever be the same. He may win a random "I've never heard of this Tournament," trophy but his hay day is over. I doubt he ever wins a major again.

If he does it'll more than likely be a one and done affair. We'll never see the runs of several and especially not anything resembling domination ever again. Those days have come and gone. People like to remember what he once was and his fans long for a resurgence, poor souls. It reminds me in many respects of our situation with the Cowboys and us as their fans.

 

[Diehardblues]

If he does it'll more than likely be a one and done affair. We'll never see the runs of several and especially not anything resembling domination ever again. Those days have come and gone. People like to remember what he once was and his fans long for a resurgence, poor souls.

So true. We’ll never see that dominance again but it won’t deter the interest and fanfare his presence brings.

 

[Vegas_Cowboy]

What your not realizing is being in contention makes it relevant again without breaking thru with a win.

They’re going to continue fawning over him because of the historic significance .

If you haven’t noticed he still draws huge crowds and viewership and will continue being the top story much like Jack was every time he was in contention in his later years.

I’m not sure how many remember watching the most special Masters in my lifetime in 1986 when Jack made the historical run on the back nine for his 18th major?

Jack hadn’t been in serious contention in several years but the fact he was 46 years old and could become oldest to ever win a major was the kind of story legends are made of.

The fact Tigers injuries and off field conduct deterred his career which his pursuit of Jacks record was always his goal will always attract more attention from the media and most of the golfing community because it has the potential of being a story of historic significance.

What your not realizing is being in contention makes it relevant again without breaking thru with a win.

They’re going to continue fawning over him because of the historic significance .



If you haven’t noticed he still draws huge crowds and viewership and will continue being the top story much like Jack was every time he was in contention in his later years.

Oh, I've noticed. That's one of my issues. Dude sucks and still takes up all of the air time. It's all about ratings and the money.

It's almost as if the PGA andthe sports media want to make him seem better than he i, just for the ratings. I'd rather watch the leaders going down the back 9 instead of watching and hearing about Tiger who can't even make the cut.

 

[Vegas_Cowboy]

If he does it'll more than likely be a one and done affair. We'll never see the runs of several and especially not anything resembling domination ever again. Those days have come and gone. People like to remember what he once was and his fans long for a resurgence, poor souls. It reminds me in many respects of our situation with the Cowboys and us as their fans.

Yep. Longing for the old days which wont return anytime soon.

 

[Diehardblues]

Oh, I've noticed. That's one of my issues. Dude sucks and till takes up all of the air time. It's all about ratings and the money.

It's almost as if the PGA andthe sports media want to make him seem better than he i, just for the ratings. I'd rather watch the leaders going down the back 9 instead of watching and hearing about Tiger who can't even make the cut.

One of the greatest is always going to garner the attention whether we like him or not.

If you just want to complain about it that’s fine.

As a Golf enthusiast I just want to witness greatness and history whoever makes it.

 

[Vegas_Cowboy]

One of the greatest is always going to garner the attention whether we like him or not.

If you just want to complain about it that’s fine.

As a Golf enthusiast I just want to witness greatness and history whoever makes it.

Not complaining and I don't hate Tiger. Just saying he no longer deserves all the attention he gets now with fans and the media. Like I said, It's all about the money and ratings. Show me the guys on top of the leader board play and talk about them some more. There's about a 95% chance now that Tiger isn't up there with the leaders going into the last day of a tourney.

We've already witnessed greatness and history with Tiger but his run is over. I'm just tired of hearing about a now average golfer every time he hits a shot or even makes the cut.

And if you're waiting for more greatness and history from Tiger, you may have to wait until he joins the Senior PGA tour. Just Sayin.

 

[Diehardblues]

Not complaining and I don't hate Tiger. Just saying he no longer deserves all the attention he gets now with fans and the media. Like I said, It's all about the money and ratings. Show me the guys on top of the leader board play and talk about them some more. There's about a 95% chance now that Tiger isn't up there with the leaders going into the last day of a tourney.

We've already witnessed greatness and history with Tiger but his run is over. I'm just tired of hearing about a now average golfer every time he hits a shot or even makes the cut.

And if you're waiting for more greatness and history from Tiger, you may have to wait until he joins the Senior PGA tour. Just Sayin.

Then you don’t appreciate what Tiger represents to Golf and its history. As long as he participating he’s going to be a major story. The run will never be over even if we think it’s over as long as he’s out there. It is what it is. Most fans never tire with the opportunity to witness history.

 

[Vegas_Cowboy]

Then you don’t appreciate what Tiger represents to Golf and its history. As long as he participating he’s going to be a major story. The run will never be over even if we think it’s over as long as he’s out there. It is what it is. Most fans never tire with the opportunity to witness history.

I appreciate the history and what he once did and still means to Golf.

To me it's more like watching Michael Jordan when he played with the Wizards. If he managed to score 30, the media went nuts even though they knew he was in a rapid decline. Like he was going to make a comeback at that point? It was just sad to me. I look at the Tiger situation the same way.

 

[Diehardblues]

I appreciate the history and what he once did and still means to Golf.

To me it's more like watching Michael Jordan when he played with the Wizards. If he managed to score 30, the media went nuts even though they knew he was in a rapid decline. Like he was going to make a comeback at that point? It was just sad to me. I look at the Tiger situation the same way.

I understand.

We have to remember that sports is entertainment as well and the media is simply promoting.

But these athletes want to perform as long as they can. I’m sure Tiger wishes he wasn’t as high a profile and flew under the radar.

 

[Nightman]

People miss the point with Tiger...... it isn't amazing that he almost won another Major

It is amazing that he HASN'T won a Major in so long

Golf skills don't deteriorate like other sports

Tiger is the GOAT to most people today..... he is supposed to win every week

 

[Diehardblues]

People miss the point with Tiger...... it isn't amazing that he almost won another Major

It is amazing that he HASN'T won a Major in so long

Golf skills don't deteriorate like other sports

Tiger is the GOAT to most people today..... he is supposed to win every week

True. Bernhard Langer finished today -1 at age 60.

Tom Watson was leading going in final holes at age 59 at British Open just a few years ago . Greg Norman did at age 53 blowing it on final round.

I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if Tiger continues these occassionaly charges well into his 50’s if he remains healthy.

Remember in British Open winners remain exempt to qualify until age 60 and lifetime at the Masters.

 

[Vegas_Cowboy]

True. Bernhard Langer finished today -1 at age 60.

Tom Watson was leading going in final holes at age 59 at British Open just a few years ago . Greg Norman did at age 53 blowing it on final round.

I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if Tiger continues these occassionaly charges well into his 50’s if he remains healthy.

Remember in British Open winners remain exempt to qualify until age 60 and lifetime at the Masters.

Now that would be a story. In the meantime, I wish the media would let it rest.

 

[Diehardblues]

Now that would be a story. In the meantime, I wish the media would let it rest.

I have a feeling Tiger is just getting started. He’s been away for almost 5 years not winning since 2013. But he’s only 42. Lefty is 48 and still capable of winning with a win earlier this year. Tigers body looks like he could be a Strong Safety.

This near miss provides his comeback more velocity and attention. It’s going to be worse I’m afraid to those it annoys.

And he might only be slightly relevant in most tournaments but the majors are going to be highly promoted if he’s in the mix until he’s not because of the history he’s still chasing.

 

[Nightman]

I have a feeling Tiger is just getting started. He’s been away for almost 5 years not winning since 2013. But he’s only 42. Lefty is 48 and still capable of winning with a win earlier this year. Tigers body looks like he could be a Strong Safety.

This near miss provides his comeback more velocity and attention. It’s going to be worse I’m afraid to those it annoys.

And he might only be slightly relevant in most tournaments but the majors are going to be highly promoted if he’s in the mix until he’s not because of the history he’s still chasing.

This course was a fluke though

Woods was able to use Irons on most holes and didn't have to hit his Drivers.....plus the Greens were slower than the Fairways

He struggles when he has to hit Driver at most courses.... he used to win on length and imagination/intimidation......now he has to play 4 solid all around rounds .....he is capable but the field is stronger

 

[Diehardblues]

This course was a fluke though

Woods was able to use Irons on most holes and didn't have to hit his Drivers.....plus the Greens were slower than the Fairways

He struggles when he has to hit Driver at most courses.... he used to win on length and imagination/intimidation......now he has to play 4 solid all around rounds .....he is capable but the field is stronger

No doubt this course played more into Tigers hands which the British Open links format does overall. You can’t just tee it up then throw darts at the target and why it takes out so many of the greats in US. You have to be more creative.

But I’d continue to stress that fans intent on making comparisons to Tigers former self and game just aren’t going to hold up. We will never see Tigers dominating game as in his prime. We have to place it in proper perspective.

I’m not sure if this is just disappointing to some fans or it simply provides them more criticism to a talent and personality they wish to root against ?

You have to step back and appreciate where he’s come from and his determination to return to competitive Golf at this level with awesome array of talent 10-20 years younger. The fact he can even contend is a tribute to his historic talent level and his personal drive.

 

[lukin2006]

You know what I find pathetic about golf and the broadcasters. They seem to be looking to 40 + golfer on the far back end of his career as a saviour when there are so many better golfers than woods that does not have is rude personality.

 

[TheBigEasy]

You know what I find pathetic about golf and the broadcasters. They seem to be looking to 40 + golfer on the far back end of his career as a saviour when there are so many better golfers than woods that does not have is rude personality.

No disrespect towards you but it's obvious that you haven't kept up with Tiger since after his latest surgery. Yes, he wasn't the most personable athlete nor were his actions, whether on or off the course, something that a 'role model' should be displaying. Since his latest surgery, it's blatantly obvious that he's a completely different person or is working his butt off to be a better person on and off the course. When he was in his prime, you never saw him smile on the course let alone gossip with his playing competitor or congratulate his playing competitor after a great shot. After Molinari stuffed it on 18 yesterday, you could see Tiger walk past him and say..'One heck of a great shot man.'. After the round, Tiger spent time hugging his kids and soaking up the moment which is something that he would NEVER have done. He was too 'closed' and wouldn't allow the world to see him show any emotions other than that of a fierce competitor. He's trying. Is it too late for some? I'm sure it is but you can see that he's putting forth the effort to be a better 'role model' and for that I give him credit.

For goodness sake, have you seen his girlfriend? On TheBigEasy scale, she would be a 4/10. She's great with his kids and that's all that matters to him from what I've read.