Tuesday, August 05, 2008

Singh Scores 1st WGC Victory

Hello. My apologies for not writing Monday. It was an Ontario holiday.
Congrats to Vijay Singh for wining the WGC (World Golf Championship) at Firestone Sunday. Singh edged Lee Westwood for his first 2008 win, and first WGC win. Needless to say, it was a big win for the 45 year old, who continues to add to his record total of victories for someone 40+ years old.
Will it help Vijay for this week's PGA? It can't hurt, but I don't think he'll be able to do two big tournies in a row. I think Westwood is the one to watch, as 2nd here and 3rd in the US Open have him confident and hungry. Also going back to the site of a European Ryder Cup win gives him good thoughts.
There is no clear favourite here, but many who could step up. Padraig Harrington could be one of those players. He's obviously confident from his British Open win, and a PGA title would put him in elite company, and make him a World Golf Hall of Fame lock, if he isn't already.
Do I see Americans challenging? In a word, no. Furyk, Mickelson and Cink should be, and better if they want to win without Tiger in the field. We'll see.

Regards,
Steve

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