Shankster Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 A ton of History with this Major. Probably my favorite to watch. (Replays) There have been a few repeat winners. Anyone taking Henrik Stenson to be the next? I'm taking: Rickie Fowler, it is his time, he fairs pretty well on Links courses so.... Rickie at -7 is way too early pick. Edit: I'm going with Rickie or a Wilson Staff Player. Wilson seems to like Birkdale... Anyone have any cool stories about The Open to share? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Open_Championship - Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 Royal Birkdale, a course where Tiger Woods has not won. However, I think The Golf Channel will somehow work his name into the discussion. “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP GolfSpy Dave Posted June 19, 2017 SPY VIP Share Posted June 19, 2017 Royal Birkdale, a course where Tiger Woods has not won. However, I think The Golf Channel will somehow work his name into the discussion. and there is the angle... Volvo Intorqueo All the cool kids follow me on twitter: @GolfspyDave If you are not a cool kid, following me on twitter will make you cool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 19, 2017 Author Share Posted June 19, 2017 Some LOW scores at The Opens. My second favorite Major... maybe tied for 1st with The Masters. Too much whining about the US Open... too soon? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfJunkie302 Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Can't wait for The Open. Underdog picks are Ryan Moore and Marc Leishman. Otherwise I'm going with Justin Rose. Rickie definitely is in there, but he just can't close... TaylorMade SLDR, regular, std. length &lie 2017 TaylorMade M1, stiff, 10.5° Left handed Washington State 7.3 Index 2017 M1 460, Project X HZRDUS Black 6.0 JPX EZ 3 wood Fly-Z 4H MP-60, 3i-PW, True Temper Dynamic Gold S5 54° & 58°, True Temper Dynamic Gold California Monterey Pro V1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBT Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 I'm taking Fowler too, I think it's his time XR Driver Matrix Ozik 8m3 Black Tie Shaft King F7 3W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 5W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 4 Hybrid Graphite Designs Tour AD-HY 95 Shaft PXG 0211 DC 5-PW Mitsubishi MMT 80 Shafts RTX ZIPCORE 50*,54*,58* UST Mamiya Recoil 95 Shafts Metal X Milled #7 with SuperStroke 2.0 grip MTB Twitter: @timldotson Instagram: timldotson Facebook: TimDotson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poprocksncoke Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 I'm taking Fowler too, I think it's his time I thought that a couple weeks ago, hope he finishes stronger this time. SLDR 10.5 Oban HB R11s Rip Phenom Apex Pro 16 588 RTX Rotex 2.0 54 CG10 58 EV 5.3 Duo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kgilliss142 Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'd sure like to see Speith come into form and add a little intrigue to THE OPEN. Fowler has been so consistent, he's definitely the safer bet. Do you think Koepka will keep it up and be in the running? Taylor Made M1 (9.5deg, Matrix Speed Rulz c-type 70g shaft) Ping I20 (Yellow Dot, Z-Z65 steel shaft Right Handed Phoenix, AZ 6 hcp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm a Speith "non liker" because I don't hate anything except fried food. I like the new major winner theme that is going on. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommc23 Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'd like to see Kuchar break through. Sent from my LG-H820 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'd like to see Kuchar break through. Sent from my LG-H820 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Yes, an unlikely winner! Anyone that is under the radar would be cool. Tommy Fleetwood is hitting well, maybe he will win? - Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommc23 Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 Yes, an unlikely winner! Anyone that is under the radar would be cool. Tommy Fleetwood is hitting well, maybe he will win? - Alan He's been playing very well so he will be in the mix for sure. Sent from my LG-H820 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthanSterlingPrice Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Spieth is my pick if his putting keeps improving Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Right Handed 4.5 handicap Driver: Nike Vapor Flex with Mitsubishi Rayon Fubuki ZT60x5ct S-flex shaft and stock grip. 3-Metal: Nike VRS 15 degree with Mitsubishi Rayon tour issue Diamana S73x5ct X-flex shaft and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grip. Irons: Ben Hogan PTx 22, 26, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46 degrees standard length and lie with KBS Tour-V stiff shafts and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grips. Wedges: Ben Hogan TK15 54, 58 degrees with KBS Tour-V X-flex shafts and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grips. Putter: Nike Method Converge B1|01 with Superstroke Flatso 2.0 grip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 Yeah, checking in on the European Tour leaderboard... Tommy Fleetwood has his game in order. Going to keep an eye on that dude. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kgilliss142 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 What's up with Zach Johnson? Can't put 4 rounds together anymore. Taylor Made M1 (9.5deg, Matrix Speed Rulz c-type 70g shaft) Ping I20 (Yellow Dot, Z-Z65 steel shaft Right Handed Phoenix, AZ 6 hcp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 What's up with Zach Johnson? Can't put 4 rounds together anymore.Hasn't really since he switched equipment... Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zylem Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 I would love to see Rickie win it but something tells me It's going to be Rose or DJ. I will be picking Rickie for the PGA though. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 I would love to see Rickie win it but something tells me It's going to be Rose or DJ. I will be picking Rickie for the PGA though. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app I'd like to see a non major winner, or a Defended Title. Henrik back to back Opens would be cool. But I like Rick's game right now, and statistically Wilson Brand has faired really well at Birkdale... Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 I like when old guys win the British Open. Maybe Stricker or Kuchar can bring it home. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted June 30, 2017 Author Share Posted June 30, 2017 Maybe Adam Scott. I like golf so much as long as someone wins I'll be happy. It's just fun to root for the underdog. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Maybe Adam Scott. I like golf so much as long as someone wins I'll be happy. It's just fun to root for the underdog. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy I just hope it's dry and windy. Shot tracker at the Open is so damn entertaining to watch on TV. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zylem Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Maybe Adam Scott. I like golf so much as long as someone wins I'll be happy. It's just fun to root for the underdog. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Exactly. I always like to see the person playing the best rounds win. Every now and then a tournament is won because the top few slipped up and lost their lead. How exciting would it be if a player won it that was sitting on the cusp of losing thier card, or one of the older players won. Those are the kind of stories I like to see come out of the majors. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Exactly. I always like to see the person playing the best rounds win. Every now and then a tournament is won because the top few slipped up and lost their lead. How exciting would it be if a player won it that was sitting on the cusp of losing thier card, or one of the older players won. Those are the kind of stories I like to see come out of the majors. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app Is Ernie playing? That would be a great moment for him to win since he just lost his Masters exemption. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zylem Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Is Ernie playing? That would be a great moment for him to win since he just lost his Masters exemption. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy I don't know, but that would be one of the best under dog stories there. He has really been struggling this year. It ashame too, as a tall guy myself I have tried to model my swing after his. It's so effortless looking and smooth. Sent from my Pixel using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommc23 Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Is Ernie playing? That would be a great moment for him to win since he just lost his Masters exemption. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy This is his last year exempt if I remember right Sent from my LG-H820 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 Getting closer closer! Can't wait to watch the Scottish Open this week. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 +1 The Scottish Open usually has a good field and Open-like competition. Should be a good watch! Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBT Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Have to give some thought to Jon Rahm after last weekend too XR Driver Matrix Ozik 8m3 Black Tie Shaft King F7 3W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 5W UST Mamiya Chrome Elements 7F4 Shaft King F7 4 Hybrid Graphite Designs Tour AD-HY 95 Shaft PXG 0211 DC 5-PW Mitsubishi MMT 80 Shafts RTX ZIPCORE 50*,54*,58* UST Mamiya Recoil 95 Shafts Metal X Milled #7 with SuperStroke 2.0 grip MTB Twitter: @timldotson Instagram: timldotson Facebook: TimDotson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 Have to give some thought to Jon Rahm after last weekend too He also couldn't make it around Erin Hills with no wind... but maybe "real" links suit him better. - Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STUDque Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 He also couldn't make it around Erin Hills with no wind... but maybe "real" links suit him better. - Alan He's gonna be a pain in the butt for the next Ryder Cup Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy In my Pisa, riding on a 3.5+ G410+ EXS 5W King F7 Hy i500 5-GW Equalizer 56/60 Heppler Ketsch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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