Monday, August 11, 2008

Harrington Deservedly Joins An Elite Group II

Hello. Congrats to Padraig Harrington for winning the PGA Championship. Harrington shot 66 in his final round to win by 2 over Sergio Garcia and Ben Curtis.
With this win, Harrington did the following:
  1. Became the first European player to win the PGA since Tommy Armour in 1930, and the first Euro to ever win it as a stroke play event
  2. Became the first Euro to win back-to-back majors
  3. Won 3 of the last 6 majors (very Tiger-like wouldn't you say?)
  4. Won the PGA and British Open in the same year, joining Woods and Nick Price

What Padraig also did was come from behind again to win. He's now won two majors that way, which is two more than a certain 14 major winner. And while he's still ranked world #3, Harrington is closing the gap towards Mickelson and Woods. He's playing very relaxed, intense golf. More good showings could be on the way in 2009.

Regards,

Steve

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