My British Open Pick II

Hello. Well, after Day 1 action, my pick, Stephen Ames, is at +3, four out of the lead. Not a bad thing although he did go out in the afternoon, when things were better, but still tough. However, I certainly didn't consider the following:

1. He wasn't low Canadian. Mike Weir shot 71 in brutal weather, a truly great round
2. He was 3 behind Greg Norman, who shot 70. Maybe being a newlywed helped.
3. He was one ahead of Tom Watson, a factor at 58 years young with a 74.
4. The leaders are Mediate (who thought he'd repeat brilliant US Open form), Allenby (a caddie's worst friend) and McDowell, last week's Scottish Open winner

I picked Ames because he's an older, more experienced ball-striker. In looking at the leaders, that seems to be the common theme. It wouldn't surprise me if any of the names mentioned above (including Watson and Norman) won.

All the best gentleman. Let's make this Open known for something besides Tiger's absence.

Regards,

Steve