British Open Preview Chat

(07/16/2008)

1:00

Shane B.:

Hello all, welcome to the British Open live blog. Tiger Woods will be moderating the chat, so lets get it going.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:00 Shane B.

1:01

Shane B.:

Any questions, comments, shots at me, shots at my writing, all is welcome so go ahead with it already.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:01 Shane B.

1:01	Who Will Win the 2008 British Open? Sergio Garcia ( 29% ) Ernie Els ( 14% ) Adam Scott ( 0% ) Lee Westwood ( 0% ) Phil Mickelson ( 14% ) Other ( 43% ) Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:01

1:03

[Comment From Skins47Skins47: ]

Tiger huh? whats goin on Mr Woods.....ready to get back on the links?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:03 Skins47

1:03

Shane B.:

Yeah, I'm think he's out as champion, but who knows, he might limp to the first tee or something and surprise us all. Can you play in a wheelchair?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:03 Shane B.

1:04

Shane B.:

Also, if you haven't seen this picture of John Daly and David Duval playing a practice round, you have to check it out.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:04 Shane B.

1:04

[Comment From ck34ck34: ]

Who is Tiger picking to win it?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:04 ck34

1:05

Shane B.:

I'd say Tiger is probably going with Anthony Kim, since he tends to lean towards the young power guys, but you know Woods, he isnt' saying anything and will keep it that way.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:05 Shane B.

1:05

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Shane, do you think this year's british open champion should have an asterisk...because Tiger's not in the field?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:05 Sahalee

1:05

Shane B.:

I don't think so, but that is the big debate right now.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:05 Shane B.

1:05

Shane B.:

I mean, just because Tiger is in the field doesn't mean he's going to win even though he's got the best chance of anyone in any sport to claim titles.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:05 Shane B.

1:06

Shane B.:

I think people will view it like that though.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:06 Shane B.

1:06

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Maybe we should add Kenny Perry to the "not playing" asterisk

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:06 Sahalee

1:06

Shane B.:

so strange.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:06 Shane B.

1:06

Shane B.:

I've probably posted ten articles about this and can't seem to figure out my stance on it.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:06 Shane B.

1:06

Shane B.:

I just know one thing, if I was in the situation, I wouldn't pass a British Open up for anything, especially if I was hitting it better than anyone on tour.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:06 Shane B.

1:07

[Comment From Skins47Skins47: ]

So Bacon...who u prediciting to win?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:07 Skins47

1:08

Shane B.:

I honestly can't believe I'm saying this, but I do like Sergio (out on a limb, I know). He hits it as good as anyone week in and week out, and if he's putting well, like he did just a week ago, it could be scary.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:08 Shane B.

1:09	Do you agree with Kenny Perry skipping out of the British for the GMO? Yes, stood by his word ( 11% ) I guess, but I wouldn't do it ( 22% ) No, he's insane ( 67% ) Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:09

1:09

[Comment From wadewade: ]

what's the weather forecast for the weekend? That's always one of the interesting thing about the British. Not always sunny and beautiful like most tournaments that we watch on television.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:09 wade

1:09

Shane B.:

They are saying the forecast calls for rain every day.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:09 Shane B.

1:10

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Why isn't anybody picking (or talking about) the defending champ? Paddy's got game, no?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:10 Sahalee

1:10

Shane B.:

He has game, but he hurt his wrist last week on an impact ball.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:10 Shane B.

1:11

Shane B.:

I think Paddy is always a good pick, but I don't think it's a great idea to go after someone with a hurt wrist, a la Mickelson two years ago at the U.S. Open.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:11 Shane B.

1:11

Shane B.:

He even said he's not hitting balls out of the rough to practice, so he doesn't hurt his wrist.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:11 Shane B.

1:11

Shane B.:

Not exactly the perfect approach if he was 100 percent healthy.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:11 Shane B.

1:12

[Comment From AkjAkj: ]

We should talk about the all-star game.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:12 Akj

1:12

Shane B.:

Yeah, but there wasn't much to talk about. Shooooort.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:12 Shane B.

1:12

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Ah, yes... Phil... Can we talk about Phil? What's the over/under on the number of wedges in his bag this week?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:12 Sahalee

1:13

Shane B.:

Haha, I hope he brings 11 and just tries to blade the 64-degree to keep it out of the wind, but Pelz is saying he is only bringing four, which is like you or I taking just one.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:13 Shane B.

1:14

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Sooooo...no sign of Brinson eh?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 Matt

1:14

Shane B.:

I know, you're going to probably wait it out.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 Shane B.

1:14

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

What's the update on Harrington?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 Matt

1:14

Shane B.:

He's saying he'll play.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 Shane B.

1:14

Shane B.:

Considering where he's from, I suggest a couple of carbombs to help with the wrist injury.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 Shane B.

1:14

[Comment From wadewade: ]

did he say 4?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:14 wade

1:15

Shane B.:

Yeah, four wedges. Pretty standard for Lefty. Hopefully with those he'll be able to get it up over the false front of these greens.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:15 Shane B.

1:15

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Got it. Is Tiger in or out?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:15 Matt

1:15

Shane B.:

He's playing in a wheelchair, Vegas has him 5-to-1.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:15 Shane B.

1:15

Shane B.:

Does anyone think Justin Rose can win this thing?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:15 Shane B.

1:16

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

So I saw your take on Kenny Perry. Didn't he sit out of the US Open too? I can't blame a guy for not having a shot here, but to cut your majors in half when you're the hottest guy out there is crazy.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:16 Matt

1:16

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Funny you should ask. I've got Rose winning

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:16 Matt

1:16

Shane B.:

He did skip the U.S. Open, and he was hot then, but he's like January on Venus right now and is passing up.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:16 Shane B.

1:16

Shane B.:

Makes little sense to me, but I guess you gotta do what you gotta do.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:16 Shane B.

1:16

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Either Rose or Duval.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:16 Matt

1:17

Shane B.:

Yeah, Duval said he's hitting it good.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Shane B.

1:17

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

What about driver for Phil? Is he still going to use the 3-wood off the tee on the long holes? Just Rose is a good pick. Kinda boring thought. I want Kim.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Sahalee

1:17

Shane B.:

He's taking ONE driver, so I'll wait for you all to get back from falling out of your chair.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Shane B.

1:17

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

I believe him

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Matt

1:17

Shane B.:

Yeah, Duval is a solid pick.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Shane B.

1:17

Shane B.:

Why does Nike still sponsor that guy? Or does Tiger jsut give him the stuff he already wore?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:17 Shane B.

1:18

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

He's still playing those DD balls they made for him about 25 years ago

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:18 Matt

1:18

Shane B.:

Haha, yeah, between those and Titeist Tour Prestige.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:18 Shane B.

1:19

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Or was he talking about his fug wife

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:19 Matt

1:19

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Couldn't get the Duval wife comment up huh? That's tough.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:19 Matt

1:19

Shane B.:

Sorry, didn't catch it.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:19 Shane B.

1:20

Shane B.:

Two writers have told me today they love Els to win. He's finished first, t-18, 2, t-34, 3, t-4 his last six years. Probably a good pick, no?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:20 Shane B.

1:20	Who finishes higher? John Daly ( 25% ) David Duval ( 38% ) Jean Van de Velde ( 38% ) Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:20

1:21

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Duval???!! To win???? You're crazy. Tom Watson had a better chance.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:21 Sahalee

1:21

[Comment From wadewade: ]

so who's going to have the epic blow up this tournament? My money's on Sergio. Play well for 3 days and his putter will disappear on Sunday.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:21 wade

1:21

Shane B.:

If his putter ever shows up. That's always the question with El Nino. If the putter is alive, he's going to have a great week, if he makes those strokes like he's trying to swat bugs away from his legs, he has no chance.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:21 Shane B.

1:22

Shane B.:

I like a Mickelson blow-up again. He has never been a british open player and Mr. Big Number on One Hole is destined to make a huge one.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:22 Shane B.

1:22

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

You can't be serious about Duval, hasn't he fallen off the face of the earth? Haven't seen him in a tourney in ages.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:22 texas gal

1:22

Shane B.:

He's only kidding folks. Matt just a big 'ol kidder.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:22 Shane B.

1:23

Shane B.:

And if he isn't joking, I might have to send a black Lincoln over to his apartment/house.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:23 Shane B.

1:23

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

I agree with Wade. Sergio is always a candidate for a blow up. He still has sour grapes from last year's British.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:23 Sahalee

1:23

Shane B.:

Absolutely agree, but what better place to throw those away than at the tourney he choked down last year?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:23 Shane B.

1:24

Shane B.:

But I agree, Sergio/Phil are always good for some struggles in majors.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:24 Shane B.

1:24

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

and Vjay? you counting him out?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:24 texas gal

1:25

Shane B.:

He's been struggling and never a huge factor at the British (only three top-10s in his career).

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:25 Shane B.

1:25

Shane B.:

The good thing is, Vijay knows how to play from the rough, so maybe he can handle it if the wind is blowing hard and everyone is hitting from the hay.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:25 Shane B.

1:25

[Comment From wadewade: ]

yeah, but I think Mickelson will blow up early. I'm talking about a Sunday blow up.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:25 wade

1:25

Shane B.:

So Sergio is our vote for the choke job of the year?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:25 Shane B.

1:25

Shane B.:

Who are you guys thinking as a random winner? I think it could happen, and if so, who are you thinking?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:25 Shane B.

1:26

Shane B.:

I like Justin Leonard, even though he isn't that obscure.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:26 Shane B.

1:27

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

Montgomeree or Applebee as long shots

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:27 texas gal

1:27

Shane B.:

Interesting. It would be great to see Colin play well, just because he's always been due.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:27 Shane B.

1:28

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

but a double meltdown between Sergio and Phil would be worth watching on Sunday

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:28 texas gal

1:28

Shane B.:

Exxxactly, it would make for good TV.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:28 Shane B.

1:28

Shane B.:

I'm interested to see what will have to happen to boost the TV ratings without Tiger in the field.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:28 Shane B.

1:28

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Kim, Furyk, Cink

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:28 Sahalee

1:29

Shane B.:

Sahalee, NOONE is talking about Furyk and I think he's always a good choice in majors. Love his game here, plus his swing can't be affected by wind because it's already as strange as possible.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:29 Shane B.

1:30

Shane B.:

John Daly just said on The Golf Channel that he won't be hitting a lot of full shots.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:30 Shane B.

1:30

Shane B.:

I'm wondering if he meant to say "I won't be taking a lot of full shots." Would make a lot more sense.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:30 Shane B.

1:30

[Comment From wadewade: ]

I don't have a favorite, but I think it will be a veteran. It can get so tough and ugly there, I think the veterans can handle it better.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:30 wade

1:30

[Comment From suesue: ]

What about Padraig...is he "in"?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:30 sue

1:31

Shane B.:

He's in, but with a hurt wrist. Check the story, but he said he'll play until he can't swing anymore.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:31 Shane B.

1:31

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

yeah, Furyk is always lurking among the leaders. Daly is done.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:31 Sahalee

1:32

Shane B.:

Pretty crazy that just last year Daly was leading the British Open at Carnoustie after making that eagle on 11. That didnt' last long.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:32 Shane B.

1:32

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

is John drunk again?...lol

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:32 Chris

1:32

Shane B.:

I'd say the odds are better than the odds of him winning.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:32 Shane B.

1:32

Shane B.:

Actually, I'd guarantee it.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:32 Shane B.

1:32

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

then made triple three holes later

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:32 Sahalee

1:33

Shane B.:

Yeah, struggled a touch after that.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:33 Shane B.

1:33

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

Help the ratings? Maybe a cameo Tiger appearance. or Prince William getting engaged during the open on the course. I believe the golf ratings are going to bomb until Tiger gets back.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:33 texas gal

1:33

Shane B.:

Haha.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:33 Shane B.

1:33

[Comment From JoseJose: ]

Other than Furyk, any other wildcats in the field?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:33 Jose

1:34

Shane B.:

Sabbatini

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:34 Shane B.

1:34

Shane B.:

Sorenstam

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:34 Shane B.

1:34

Shane B.:

Ochoa

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:34 Shane B.

1:34

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

John needs a drink!

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:34 Chris

1:34

Shane B.:

It's beer hour over there, I'm sure there isn't one far from his grip.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:34 Shane B.

1:35

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

i`m sure too

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:35 Chris

1:35	What is the best major? Masters ( 50% ) U.S. Open ( 17% ) British Open ( 25% ) PGA Championship ( 8% ) Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:35

1:35

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

Honestly guys, fill me in on what Duval has been doing. I haven't seen him on the scorecards in forever.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:35 texas gal

1:36

Shane B.:

Oh, you don't want to know.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:36 Shane B.

1:36

Shane B.:

He has played in 12 events this season and made ONE cut, banking $13,020.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:36 Shane B.

1:36

Shane B.:

Here are his results the last few years.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:36 Shane B.

1:36

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Shane, what do you know about the Birkdale couse?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:36 Sahalee

1:37

Shane B.:

Well, ball-strikers have won. O'Meara, Ian Baker Finch, Tom Watson.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:37 Shane B.

1:38

Shane B.:

and it has a TON of bunkers.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:38 Shane B.

1:38

Shane B.:

(imagine that)

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:38 Shane B.

1:38

[Comment From texas galtexas gal: ]

Ouch! What happened to him?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:38 texas gal

1:38

Shane B.:

A ton of stuff, but mainly he forgot how to make his "open at the top" golf swing work.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:38 Shane B.

1:38

Shane B.:

Golf is cruel, Duval agrees.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:38 Shane B.

1:39

[Comment From JoseJose: ]

Who would you rather see play in a speedo, Daly or Vijay?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:39 Jose

1:39

Shane B.:

Wow.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:39 Shane B.

1:39

Shane B.:

Sounds like a party.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:39 Shane B.

1:40

[Comment From suesue: ]

Sergio, actually:)

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:40 sue

1:40

Shane B.:

Sue, easy, it's Wednesday.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:40 Shane B.

1:40

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Does Rocco have any juice left after the U.S. Open?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:40 Sahalee

1:41

Shane B.:

Sadly, probably not. I think Rocco was a great story but I see him one and done considering his age and back problems.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:41 Shane B.

1:41

[Comment From wadewade: ]

I look for Watson's name to be towards the top the first 2 days. He'll eventually wear out, but I see him making an appearance.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:41 wade

1:41

Shane B.:

If he putts well. I have a good buddy of mine that played with Watson's son this week and his son told my buddy he's putting really well, which always equates in low scores for Tom.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:41 Shane B.

1:42

Shane B.:

The 18th hole at Birkdale will be pretty intense, 472 yards with a lot of bunkers. Will decide the winner similar to Carnoustie last year.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:42 Shane B.

1:44	Will you watch the British Open? Yes ( 80% ) No ( 10% ) Needs more Tiger ( 10% ) A little of it ( 0% ) Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:44

1:45

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Will Phil use driver on 18?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:45 Sahalee

1:46

Shane B.:

Does Tiger make more money than me?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:46 Shane B.

1:46

Shane B.:

Absolutely.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:46 Shane B.

1:46

[Comment From OakOak: ]

Life without Tiger looks bleak for the Tour, and given the # of knee surgeries and his approaching billion dollar fortune, that may come permanently in about 5 years.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:46 Oak

1:46

Shane B.:

I don't think he'll even consider taking an extended break until he gets to 20+ majors.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:46 Shane B.

1:47

Shane B.:

No way he's quitting before he gets to 19 at least, but I think he wants to break the record by a few to keep it out of reach.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:47 Shane B.

1:48

Shane B.:

Oh, and here is the forecast for the week.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Shane B.

1:48

[Comment From OakOak: ]

I think he can win 6 in the next five years, then walk away at 37-38.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Oak

1:48

Shane B.:

I think he's too competitive. Look at guys like Vijay and Kenny Perry, playing well in their 40s.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Shane B.

1:48

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Are there any records Tiger won't own after he's retired?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Sahalee

1:48

Shane B.:

He'd have to shoot 58, but I'd never doubt him doing that.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Shane B.

1:48

[Comment From wadewade: ]

472, par 4?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 wade

1:48

Shane B.:

Yes sir.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 Shane B.

1:48

[Comment From suesue: ]

So...is "the field" posted?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:48 sue

1:49

Shane B.:

The field is posted, as well as the tee times.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:49 Shane B.

1:49

Shane B.:

One sec and I"ll get you the link.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:49 Shane B.

1:49

Shane B.:

Here are the tee times.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:49 Shane B.

1:50

Shane B.:

Anybody think Adam Scott has a chance?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:50 Shane B.

1:51

[Comment From OakOak: ]

he's not healthy is he?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:51 Oak

1:51

Shane B.:

He is saying his hand still hurts, but I'd sure like to see him do something in a major championship. It is getting a little old.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:51 Shane B.

1:53

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Scott has a chance (from Dumb and Dumber: "So you're saying I have a chance.")... but no way he wins it.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:53 Sahalee

1:53

Shane B.:

Right, I had him as my early pick before the hand injury and realizing that he's never come close to winning anything.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:53 Shane B.

1:53

Shane B.:

Speaking earlier of Sunday choke jobs, he's one I always see throwing a tournament away.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:53 Shane B.

1:54

Shane B.:

Also, could Trevor Immelman win this thing? If he does, he'd be the modern day Mark O'Meara.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 Shane B.

1:54

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

but he will look good doing it

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 Sahalee

1:54

Shane B.:

His clothes would be more expensive than anyone else in his group.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 Shane B.

1:54

[Comment From suesue: ]

Thanks! Some names I've never seen...I love it! I hope we have some surprise successes.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 sue

1:54

Shane B.:

Yeah, but ratings would drop even lower than they're already projected to be.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 Shane B.

1:54

Shane B.:

Could you imagine Ben Curtis vs. Todd Hamilton?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:54 Shane B.

1:55

[Comment From suesue: ]

again, i love it, and hopefully the rest of us will too:)

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:55 sue

1:56

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

wait...didn't we already have that?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:56 Sahalee

1:56

Shane B.:

Haha, not at the same time, but we've seen them before here. Both have their names on the Claret Jug.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:56 Shane B.

1:56

[Comment From suesue: ]

or appleyard v. blizard...lol

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:56 sue

1:57

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

now, there's a real case for an asterisk being on the jug.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:57 Sahalee

1:57

Shane B.:

Hey, all the big names were in the field.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:57 Shane B.

1:57

Shane B.:

Hey, all the big names were in the field.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:57 Shane B.

1:57

Shane B.:

They just outlasted them.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:57 Shane B.

1:58

Shane B.:

That is one thing about the British, if the weather is terrible on Sunday, someone teeing off early could post a number and get out of there.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:58 Shane B.

1:59

[Comment From Baldasar CossaBaldasar Cossa: ]

Tiger Woods still the favorite in vegas?? http://www.1800-sports.com/british-open-betting-odds.shtml

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:59 Baldasar Cossa

1:59

Shane B.:

Take him!

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:59 Shane B.

1:59

Shane B.:

GREAT ODDS!

Wednesday July 16, 2008 1:59 Shane B.

2:00

Shane B.:

I love his chances.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:00 Shane B.

2:00

Shane B.:

I bet he makes less bogeys than anyone else in the field.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:00 Shane B.

2:01

Shane B.:

Alright, we're going to wrap this up in the next couple of minutes.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Shane B.

2:01

Shane B.:

Any final comments or just who you think might win this thing?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Shane B.

2:01

Shane B.:

I'm going with sergio, which will absolutely come back to haunt me on Saturday afternoon.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Shane B.

2:01

[Comment From Baldasar CossaBaldasar Cossa: ]

Elin Nordegren

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Baldasar Cossa

2:01

Shane B.:

She is always a winner.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Shane B.

2:01

[Comment From SahaleeSahalee: ]

Daly wins it by 5 strokes

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:01 Sahalee

2:02

Shane B.:

Mullet or no mullet?

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:02 Shane B.

2:02

[Comment From suesue: ]

It's nice that there is a chance for someone else...I like Sergio too:)))

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:02 sue

2:02

Shane B.:

I wonder how he's going to handle the pressure of being the favorite.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:02 Shane B.

2:03

[Comment From suesue: ]

Better step up!

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:03 sue

2:03

Shane B.:

I think he will.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:03 Shane B.

2:03

Shane B.:

Alright, that's it folks. Enjoy the British, we'll have a mini-preview up this afternoon and plan on doing a couple of live blogs during coverage tomorrow and Friday.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:03 Shane B.

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[Comment From suesue: ]

thanks so much!

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:04 sue

2:04

Shane B.:

No worries. Enjoy your Wednesday.

Wednesday July 16, 2008 2:04 Shane B.

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