Who'd of guessed...a big hitting Argentinian, wins the 2007 US Open. Oakmont wasn't supposed work for big hitters, remember... and an Argentinian hasn't won a major in 40 years. But, in the end Angel Cabrera, the Golf Gaucho, finished a shot ahead of both Jim Furyk and Tiger Woods. And, he was the only player to manage two sub-par rounds for the championship. Golf Blogger, William K. Wolfrum just posted an engaging piece on the contrast between Angel and Tiger; their personal styles, their physical characteristics and their golf histories. The extreme dichotomy is noted.
In Latin American golf circles, Angel,the awesome Argentinian, has sometimes been affectionately known as "El Pato" Cabrera (The duck) for his unique waddling gait. From now on they'll have to call him, "El Pato Ganador" Cabrera. Bravo Angel!
My pick Jimmy Furyk was a shot short and will rethink that driver on 17 for a lifetime.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to The Duck and maybe now he can give up those Aflac commercials !
He deserved it..
ReplyDeleteIwonder what his bar BILL was!
Sorry, couldn't resist it.
I seriously think that Tiger would have had a much better chance if he had chosen a different shirt to wear...true, a Trapeze Act is what he was going to have to perform to win, but looking like one really wasn’t necessary.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, Ponch , Angel Cabrera, our new US OPEN Champ, was dress rather nicely and comfortably like he was going to the Happy Hour after the event. Which I am sure there was a Hour Hour at the least...great job.
Sorry Badds and Bubba, I see you there again..
Except for Tiger's (and Casey's for that matter) outstanding ball stiking on Saturday, Cabrera's play was the class of the week. A well deserved win.
ReplyDeleteI have to disagree on Tiger's shirt. I think it looked amazing. It's not a look most could pull off (Don't even think about it, Angel) but I've got to say that Tiger, particualrly of late, has an incredible, unbelievably buff physique. And his skin color really looks great with the bright colors. No, I've got to say, that look was a total winner in my book. But then I like pushing the envelope fashion-wise :o) if one's good looking enough to get away with it.
ReplyDeleteThat said Angel is adorable and fun and unique too, and yes he totally deserved that win.
Great tournament!
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Tiger - Hot
ReplyDeleteAngel - Not