Saturday, August 19, 2006

Third Round Thoughts on the PGA Championship

When they introduced Chris DiMarco on the first tee, I couldn't help but think of the Footjoy "Spanky" commercial.

When there are several players tied for the lead like there was for much of today's round, the announcers should just stop talking about the lead. It's really irrelevant at that point.

Sergio on the 6th hole - he missed a birdie putt and Bobby Clampett said 'again another missed opportunity'. Sergio was three under through 6 holes but Clampett made it sound like he hadn't done anything all day. People criticize the way Sergio talks about his game (i.e. his ego). Well, someone needs to be out there counteracting all this negativity that these announcers cast on his good play.

A look at the leaderboard: Mike Weir and Tiger were 7 under today. Luke was 6 under. Geoff was 4 under and Sergio was 5 under. I really don't think anyone 10 under or worse will have a chance to win tomorrow (sorry Sergio). Of the four who might have a chance: Tiger, Luke, Geoff and Mike, I think Geoff and Luke have the best chance to go low tomorrow, they had the higher scores today. I don't think Mike Weir can put together another low round after his 65 today.

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