He’s the guy who shot 62 in the final round here last year at the Honda Classic on the PGA National Champion Course. Look for holes 15-17 and of course 18 to determine the outcome. Holes 15-17 are called the “Bear Trap”. The course is a Nicklaus design and 15, a 175-yard par-three over water. Sixteen, a 434-yard par-four with water in play on the right and 17, a difficult par-3 over water with a bunker in back, poses a major-like challenge for the players. 18 is a par-five and a chance to go for it over water onto a pretty small green. The guy I’m talking about birdied 17 and eagled 18 last year to put the heat on Rory who made a couple of clutch up and downs from the traps on 15 and 17 to hold off this challenger at the end and capture the title.
Like Keegan, Charl Schartzel, Harris English, Brendan Steele and Lee Westwood to be in the hunt. Rory has changed equipment to Nike, and although he’s capable, just not sure he’s played enough and his game is just not there yet this year.
The guy I like could be set for a big year on his journey to rewrite the golf history books. Like one Eldrick Tiger Woods to get it done this week. He’s from Jupiter Beach, which is very close to Palm Beach Gardens where the tournament is being played, and has a lot of experience on these courses in the area. Tiger plays Jack courses very well as evidenced by his five Memorial wins. Tiger ready to take center stage this week. Win number 76, six behind Sam Snead, should be forthcoming this weekend. The major record is still out there. Woods at 14, four shy of tying Jack, and five short of breaking the record. I’m sure 19 is the number Tiger is looking for.
