US Open Bethpage ~ 2009

[dinojen]

Yayyyy the week is finally here, now we just need to wait for Thursday..:wink:

Here's a link for the tee off times for the first two days.

http://www.thegolfchannel.com/tour-insider/opening-tee-times-109th-open-29818/

On a sad note.. some big names didn't qualify.. I am really surprised at some of them...

http://www.thegolfchannel.com/core.aspx?page=19342&select=29538

[dinojen]

Interesting read.. sure there will be more in the next few days.. read a good one about Lefty too.. how he is adored by the New York golf fans.. will post that one too soon as I find it again...

Thought this part of the article was poignant... Earl left his son with so much.. I think more than he even knew himself. What a wonderful father/son relationship.

Woods' place in golf lore is already secure, but it hasn't dulled his competitive edge. Like nearly all the other parts of his foundation, Woods' desire was unveiled as a kid and carefully nurtured by his father, Earl, a former Green Beret who died in 2006.

Earl was never one to waste a teaching moment, and during a phone conversation almost a decade ago, he recalled watching a Los Angeles Lakers game with his son:

``I used to tell Tiger, 'You watch Magic next year and he'll have at least one new shot.' We would watch them next year, and Tiger would look for the shot Magic had been working on all summer. And he's never forgotten that.''

Woods continues to experiment with shots nobody else on tour would touch. He's taken the ``knockdown'' - typically a mid- to short-iron shot that bores through the wind - and adapted it for use with his 3-wood. He's got one wedge shot with a stiff-armed swing that turns left upon landing, another where he cuts sharply across the ball to make it go right. All that's missing are turn signals on his golf bag.

http://www.comcast.net/articles/sports-golf/20090616/20090616072916900000101/

[dinojen]

10 a.m. ET: Good morning from Bethpage, where we're still two days away from the opening round of the U.S. Open, but it's never too early to live blog the proceedings.

Today is interview day at the course, as Rory McIlroy and Paul Casey have already hit the interview room, with Padraig Harrington, Sergio Garcia, Tiger Woods, Geoff Ogilvy, Henrik Stenson, Angel Cabrera and Anthony Kim coming up throughout the remainder of the morning and afternoon.

Nice weather so far, as it's currently about 61 degrees and "variably cloudy," according to the sheet passed out in the media center. Should reach a high of 67 with a "slight chance of a shower/sprinkle" during mid-afternoon. (Insert your own shower/sprinkle joke here.)

I'll be providing updates from both the course and the interview room throughout the day. Now that most players have at least one or two practice rounds under their belts, we'll be able to get a better sense of how the Black is really playing so far.


http://sports.espn.go.com/golf/usopen09/columns/story?columnist=sobel_jason&page=liveblog

[dinojen]

New York might consider itself the capital of the world, but its people are suckers for an underdog.

How about an underdog whose first priority is caring for his sick wife? Suffice it to say, the ground might shake when Mickelson is introduced at 10:36 a.m. (PDT) Thursday on the 10th tee at Bethpage for the U.S. Open.

Pelz got a preview during Mickelson’s practice round.

“The course was closed, but people were watching, yelling and cheering for him,” he said. “In New York, they’re ‘people’ people. They care about Phil.”

It’s a two-way street.

After Woods completed a practice round last week, the New York Daily News reported he “went out of his way” to avoid making contact with the 100 or so people hoping to greet him. Mickelson, meanwhile, signed autographs and answered questions from about three dozen fans after his lengthy practice session.

He told fans inquiring about Amy that “she’s hanging in there.”

http://www.thenewstribune.com/sports/golf/story/780071.html

[dinojen]

FARMINGDALE, N.Y.(AP) — Phil Mickelson has arrived at the U.S. Open with a series of text messages and notes from wife Amy, who is home preparing to fight breast cancer.

She wants him to return with the U.S. Open trophy.

Mickelson only decided to return to Bethpage Black two weeks ago after disclosing that his wife has been diagnosed with cancer. He was runner-up to Tiger Woods in 2002, and already has tied the U.S. Open record with four second-place finishes.

``She has left me a number of notes, texts, cards, hints that she would like a silver trophy in her hospital room,'' Mickelson said Wednesday. ``I'm going to try to accommodate that.''

She will have surgery July 1.


Wish Amy and family the best.. here's hoping only the best for them..:rose:

http://www.comcast.net/articles/sports-golf/20090617/20090617123957270000101/

[penguin01]

Yayyyy the week is finally here, now we just need to wait for Thursday..:wink:

Here's a link for the tee off times for the first two days.

http://www.thegolfchannel.com/tour-insider/opening-tee-times-109th-open-29818/

On a sad note.. some big names didn't qualify.. I am really surprised at some of them...

http://www.thegolfchannel.com/core.aspx?page=19342&select=29538 No John Daly, right? He's a dog and I won't miss him, thats for sure. Gotta wish Phil the best on this one, but Tiger is still my fav.

[MercedesV]

Thanks for all the great links and info. I'm really looking forward to the US Open and hope it is a great tournament.

New York loves Phil and always has. And I fully expect the crowds will be pulling for him. Remember last time they sang Happy Birthday to him?

Tiger will certainly have his fans too, and plenty of others. My sons and I were talking and it is no doubt Tiger is the best player out there bar none. And I think he is greatly respected by one and all. He isn't 'loved' like Phil and some other players are. It isn't his personality, or mindset to mingle with the crowds. And Phil is just the opposite he loves it, seems to get energized with it. Two great players with different ways of doing things.

Perhaps one of the most moving pictures was last week at the St. Jude. Phil had a horrible round, but went out to the crowds. There was a group of kids wearing Tshirts that said 'Thinking of Amy'. He was clearly moved. Signed their shirts, hugged some and spent time talking to them. I think it means a great deal to him to see the support from the crowds for Amy. I hope she gathers that love and energy around her to help her fight this disease.

I'm a Phil fan, would love to see him win and bring Amy the trophy. But I sure do hope Sergio has a great tournament too. How can you not love Sergio?

[dinojen]

Going to be a tough tournament for Phil.. I really feel for him. I hope he is right in the mix.. for Amy at least.

My heart is always with Tiger.. would love for him to win one for POPS.. he taught Tiger to be tough mentally and that's what it takes to play this goofy game of chasing a little white ball all around.. lol.

Sergio.. heck I didn't know he was going with Greg Norman's daughter.. guess she dumped him..you learn alot reading golf blogs...lol. He's so young.. he has alot of maturing to do (anger management).. my Mom thinks he is adorable.

It's going to be great watching..


Somebody asked about Daly, nope he didn't qualify.. but I was surprised at alot that didn't.. will find alot didn't.

One of us here that follows golf likes Jeff Maggert.. he missed qualifying too.. couldn't remember who it was that was a fan of his.

[dinojen]

No John Daly, right? He's a dog and I won't miss him, thats for sure. Gotta wish Phil the best on this one, but Tiger is still my fav.

Nope no John Daly... but they were talking about him the other night.. said he's down to 218 and really focusing on his game.. guess time will tell... it's a shame he was very talented.. but man what a way to schmuck up your life when you have it all going for you..:rolleyes:

[dinojen]

Just read this and thought... you would enjoy it..
If I'm bugging you with all this pre-crappola.. just let me know.. I just thought it was very touching considering how the media likes to play up their feelings about each other..

<snippet>

This is our Tiger, and our Tiger saves his emotion for the golf course, so to see him Tuesday react with such humanity to Phil Mickelson trying to stay strong through his wife’s battle with breast cancer reminded the shame of it all.

Tiger isn’t a robot. He just plays one on TV.

“I couldn’t imagine dealing with what he has to deal with on a daily basis,” Woods said two days before he and Mickelson tee off at Bethpage Black, site of the U.S. Open. “And hats off to how he’s handled it, because certainly it’s so hard to do. Everywhere you go people are reminding you of it, and you can’t get away from it. And you think that the golf course would be your escape, but it’s not.

“You’re surrounded by people wishing you well the entire time and hope everything works out. But then again, they keep reminding you of the same circumstance you’re dealing with on a daily basis, and you just can’t get away from it.”

Such is familiar, and thus safe, territory for Tiger. He lived it three years ago. When his father and mentor, Earl, got sick and died of prostate cancer, Tiger mourned privately and returned to a public that reminded him to keep his head up and apologized for his loss and did everything – well intentioned though it was – to remind him of the very thing he wanted to forget.

Tiger existed because of Earl, and not just in the biological sense. He pushed Tiger, urged him to turn into the assassin who has piled up 14 major championship wins in 13 years. Earl erred in one sense: with his prophecy that Tiger would change the world. Tiger could change the world, but the qualities his father imbued in him make doing so – at least during his days as a professional – next to impossible.


http://sports.yahoo.com/golf/pga/news?slug=jp-woods061609&prov=yhoo&type=lgns

[dinojen]

Got the golf channel on...lol...am I addicted or what... only for majors though.

It's raining.. plenty wet.. 60% chance of rain and by 6 PM EST 100% chance of rain.

Tiger teed off and went way way way left.. but as Tiger does.. he managed a par..

They said everyone that has managed to get in a negative number.. no sooner goes back to even or plus.. it's really ugly our there this morning.

Coverage goes to ESPN at 7 AM I think.. will post a link here in a bit.

Leaderboard link

http://www.usopen.com/en_US/realtime/flash_np_.html?syn=ESPN&ref=espn.go.com/&mode=po&db=false

Will check back in from work.. gotta get ready...:wink:

[juliekan]

I'm surprised at the language coming out of Tiger's mouth (watching ESPN). He just teed off again and a quite loud and clear g**d***** just came out of his mouth.

[dinojen]

Must of made a birdie somewhere along the way.. he was at +2 due to a pesky double bogey..:scared: But he's back to +1 with the leader being..at 1 under..

Wonder if the rain is going to let up at all..

[dinojen]

Play suspended..

Heard this morning the weather was suppose to get progressively worse as the day went along.. so.. hopefully they can get today's round in...:sad:

[dinojen]

What a bummer.. was so looking forward to today..

http://sports.espn.go.com/golf/usopen09/columns/story?columnist=sobel_jason&page=liveblog

[dinojen]

Have ESPN on and Tiger is on the 13th I think .. par 5. He's at +1, only one player under par McDowell at -2 under...

Mickleson and his group should be teeing off soon and will be on ESPN..

Going to have to see if I can get anything at work...lol... probably not, so glad today is Friday...:thumbsup:

[dinojen]

Have ESPN on and Tiger is on the 13th I think .. par 5. He's at +1, only one player under par McDowell at -2 under...

Mickleson and his group should be teeing off soon and will be on ESPN..

Going to have to see if I can get anything at work...lol... probably not, so glad today is Friday...:thumbsup:



Tiger just teed off the 14th.. and has a birdie putt...:tonguewag:

2nd round will start at 4 this afternoon and they will play till they can't see any longer.

Tomorrow they have a 80% chance of rain..

Looks like this tourney is going into next week...

Feel horrible for the people that bought tickets for the days they get rained out.. they are not being reimbursed..nor given another day to attend.. USGA is on right now... maybe they will change their minds, their are some ticked off people...

[ABC]

Tiger just teed off the 14th.. and has a birdie putt...:tonguewag:

2nd round will start at 4 this afternoon and they will play till they can't see any longer.

Tomorrow they have a 80% chance of rain..

Looks like this tourney is going into next week...

Feel horrible for the people that bought tickets for the days they get rained out.. they are not being reimbursed..nor given another day to attend.. USGA is on right now... maybe they will change their minds, their are some ticked off people...

Usually folks are allowed in to see the portion that would have been played yesteday and when the round is completed, they leave or buy a ticket for the next session.

[MercedesV]

I think it is going to be extremely difficult trying to get as much play in as possible by Sunday. But the USGA can't control Mother Nature. It isn't like the forecast was for one bad day, yesterday. There is a lot of rain possible. Amazing how they got the course into shape after yesterday.

Currently there are three players under par, and two are amateurs. One has played 11 holes and leads at two under. His name is Martin. The other is in the club house at one under. McDowell is one under through 17.

[MercedesV]

Tiger just teed off the 14th.. and has a birdie putt...:tonguewag:

2nd round will start at 4 this afternoon and they will play till they can't see any longer.

Tomorrow they have a 80% chance of rain..

Looks like this tourney is going into next week...

Feel horrible for the people that bought tickets for the days they get rained out.. they are not being reimbursed..nor given another day to attend.. USGA is on right now... maybe they will change their minds, their are some ticked off people...

Tiger did birdie 14 to get to even, but double bogied 15 to get to plus two.

I have a feeling that isn't going to be a bad score. We will probably be seeing quite a few of those awful others on the score cards.

[dinojen]

Tiger did birdie 14 to get to even, but double bogied 15 to get to plus two.

I have a feeling that isn't going to be a bad score. We will probably be seeing quite a few of those awful others on the score cards.

Yeah.. just checked on the Tiger.. he was at +3 after 17 ... OUCH.. but omg looked down the leaderboard and there are players at +11 and 10, it's playing tough out there.

WOW.. Tiger finished with a +4... that's a real OUCH... see what happens... got the leaderboard open on my desktop..

Suppose to start round 2 at 4 EST..

[juliekan]

Tiger shot into the bunker, then missed a short putt to bogey #18

[dinojen]

Thursday's tickets will be good for Monday... :thumbsup:

FARMINGDALE, N.Y. – The USGA received so much heat for not giving rain checks and refunds to Thursday ticket holders at the U.S. Open that executive director David Fay heard about it while pumping gas Thursday evening, then again while getting breakfast at Dunkin’ Donuts early Friday morning.

“I’m glad that I had a coat on,” Fay said. “Because the comments weren’t very positive.”

Tickets to the Open are sold by the day, not by the round. So, since each day is sold out, it’s not logistically possible for everyone from Thursday to return for another day of action. But, the USGA came up with a compromise of sorts. Fay said Friday morning at Bethpage Black that all Thursday tickets will be honored for Monday.

It’s too early to speculate, but with an 80 percent chance of showers on Saturday – meaning that there’s a strong possibility of limited action – the USGA could face another ticket dilemma.

“The reality is that we’re sorry those 34,000 fans who came out yesterday didn’t see more golf,” Fay said. “We understand that our ticket policy is both vague and rigid. Certainly in the future we’re going to have to amend our policy to provide more information to the ticket purchasers as to what our policy is.”



Those Thursday ticket holders might be the luckiest ones.. maybe they will see the last day of the tourney.. but my bet is the last day will be Tuesday .. course is playing long.. they said rounds are taking 5 to 6 hours... wow... so we will see... but still glad they got another day of golf for their washed out day.

[ABC]

Hopefully, the US Open folks have learned a lesson and in the future will sell by the round, as has been done in the past. As folks wear a huge colored badge around their necks indicating the "round" ticket, its easy to do and all those with a round 1 ticket leave when its completed. Makes the most sense. Hope this thing does go to Monday so the Thursday folks do not have to pay for an ill conceived plan by the officials. I am surprised the officials got into this position cause clearly, chance of rain is always likely.

[dinojen]

Hopefully, the US Open folks have learned a lesson and in the future will sell by the round, as has been done in the past. As folks wear a huge colored badge around their necks indicating the "round" ticket, its easy to do and all those with a round 1 ticket leave when its completed. Makes the most sense. Hope this thing does go to Monday so the Thursday folks do not have to pay for an ill conceived plan by the officials. I am surprised the officials got into this position cause clearly, chance of rain is always likely.

Rain is predicted for tomorrow.. so... who knows..

I'm just glad that the ticket holders from Thursday get to attend on Monday as for sure there will be a Monday..

Man.. looks like the course is playing easier today than yesterday.. more under par on top the leader board.. but they are still on the front nine..

Round 2 is suppose to start at 4 EST.. that's 1 my time..

I bet TIGER IS :cursing: he finished like he did..

[dinojen]

Ewww for Lefty... poor guy has to play two rounds today... while Tiger only played 12 holes today and doesn't tee off again till 1:36 EST tomorrow.. Don't know if that's good or bad...

Here's a link to tee off times for the second round..

Is it time for me to go home yet.. can't believe I can't even listen to this on the computer.. stupid ESPN 390 or whatever it's called.. :mad:

http://blogs.golf.com/presstent/2009/06/tiger-woods-done-until-saturday-afternoon-at-us-open-long-day-ahead-for-phil-mickelson.html

[penguin01]

Rain is predicted for tomorrow.. so... who knows..

I'm just glad that the ticket holders from Thursday get to attend on Monday as for sure there will be a Monday..

Man.. looks like the course is playing easier today than yesterday.. more under par on top the leader board.. but they are still on the front nine..

Round 2 is suppose to start at 4 EST.. that's 1 my time..

I bet TIGER IS :cursing: he finished like he did..My goodness - he is tied for 64th at this point! Oh well - with Tiger it doesn't mean much - he'll probably come roaring back tomorrow and win the day.... unless its rained out by the time he gets to play.

[ABC]

Rain is predicted for tomorrow.. so... who knows..

I'm just glad that the ticket holders from Thursday get to attend on Monday as for sure there will be a Monday..

Man.. looks like the course is playing easier today than yesterday.. more under par on top the leader board.. but they are still on the front nine..

Round 2 is suppose to start at 4 EST.. that's 1 my time..

I bet TIGER IS :cursing: he finished like he did..
I love Bethpage Black. It, Sawgrass and Harding are my favorites. This tournment can go on for a week as far as I am concerned. Love the Sergio, Camillio and Scott pairing and the Kim and McIllovy. This is great. Go Rocco.

[dinojen]

My goodness - he is tied for 64th at this point! Oh well - with Tiger it doesn't mean much - he'll probably come roaring back tomorrow and win the day.... unless its rained out by the time he gets to play.

I never count him out until the final round... lol...

It's only the first round.. things can collapse on any hole we all know that.. and they can improve.. one thing we know, he's not a quitter..

Gonna check the scores..

[ABC]

A few years ago at another tournment, Tiger was playing with Ricky Barnes who was then the Amatuar Champion. They had been rained out the day before and were playing two rounds. Ricky jumped in and flew the ball off the tee with great enthusium. Tiger said to him "Relax Kid, we got a long way to go". And so do we and them this weekend at Bethpage Black.

[dinojen]

A few years ago at another tournment, Tiger was playing with Ricky Barnes who was then the Amatuar Champion. They had been rained out the day before and were playing two rounds. Ricky jumped in and flew the ball off the tee with great enthusium. Tiger said to him "Relax Kid, we got a long way to go". And so do we and them this weekend at Bethpage Black.

Man.. they should of played in California...lol... check out this forecast.. it's going to be a long long long weekend..

http://weather.newsday.com/US/NY/Islip.html?main=1

[dinojen]

WOW changes are happening.. leader M. Weir is back to 4 under from 6 under and Lefty is back to 1 under...

http://www.usopen.com/en_US/realtime/flash_np_.html?syn=ESPN&ref=espn.go.com/&mode=po&db=false

Look at Rocco up there.. love it.. 2 under...

Can I go home now... I wanna watch it on tv...:bored:

[dinojen]

Just thought of something... I know I know shut up..:tonguewag:

These guys that are scoring so great today and are going to play this afternoon.. I think the USGA kind of screwed up in their thinking..

The guys that played early yesterday morning got screwed with the weather.. they probably shouldn't even of started yesterday.. so then they quite halfway through come back this morning early to finish.. that sucks also..

Then you have the group that had late starts yesterday get beautiful weather all day today to play two rounds of golf.. what's up with that..?

Does that make any sense..?

Then the groups that got screwed the first day are back in thunderstorms and rain tomorrow morning and afternoon...:bored:

[ABC]

It is great to see Mike Treco and Curtis Strange. Reminds me just how boring Nick Faldo and Kelly are. They need Zinger. Better yet, hire Mike and Curtis to perk up the Golf coverage.

[dinojen]

Tiger would have to rewrite history(which he certainly is capable of!), the largest comeback to to win is +9 after the first round....

Like I said.. I don't ever count Tiger out.. and tomorrow will be a different day.. the second rounder's were lucky today.. they got premium weather.. tomorrow comes the rain... we will see what happens...

[dinojen]

It is great to see Mike Treco and Curtis Strange. Reminds me just how boring Nick Faldo and Kelly are. They need Zinger. Better yet, hire Mike and Curtis to perk up the Golf coverage.


No kidding, I loved listening to Curtis...

Oh my other gripe is Johnny Miller...lol..

[ABC]

No kidding, I loved listening to Curtis...

Oh my other gripe is Johnny Miller...lol..

The guys are draggin and carrying on, carrying on.

[MercedesV]

Just thought of something... I know I know shut up..:tonguewag:

These guys that are scoring so great today and are going to play this afternoon.. I think the USGA kind of screwed up in their thinking..

The guys that played early yesterday morning got screwed with the weather.. they probably shouldn't even of started yesterday.. so then they quite halfway through come back this morning early to finish.. that sucks also..

Then you have the group that had late starts yesterday get beautiful weather all day today to play two rounds of golf.. what's up with that..?

Does that make any sense..?

Then the groups that got screwed the first day are back in thunderstorms and rain tomorrow morning and afternoon...:bored:

They did things the right way. It is unfortunate for those who had horrible weather but that is how it is done. Early first round, late second and late first round early second. They have all had to deal with these kinds of weather issues over the course of their careers.

Some exciting and excellent golf today I really enjoyed it. The coverage was very good. I was pleasantly surprised by that. Mike T and Curtis S aren't my favourites but they did okay.

I really enjoy Nick Faldo but can't stand Kelly T. They need to keep her out of the booth. Not sure if people heard but the Queen is going to be knighting Nick Faldo.

On a hopeful note, the weather forecast was improving for tomorrow. Maybe these guys can stay dry. It isn't a good forecast, but better than it was.

[MercedesV]

No kidding, I loved listening to Curtis...

Oh my other gripe is Johnny Miller...lol..

Johnny Miller is about the worst, can't stand him.

I love Dave Feherty on the course.

[dinojen]

The guys are draggin and carrying on, carrying on.

Yep.. I agree.. at this point I turned it off and will tune back in in the morning.. let's hope for good weather...

Can't believe the ones at the top of the leader board.. great golf today.. considering how it started out yesterday..

LMBO.. mud balls.. didn't even know there was such a thing.. and I thought my dad taught me everything...lol...:tonguewag: Who knew...was just talking to my Mom and she was saying for sure.. you can't clean your ball.. big no no... she's so cute.. cracks me up. She'll be 92 next week and she's the know all of tennis and golf.. if you want an answer to a question.. just ask Muzzy...:wink:

[dinojen]

Morning Ladies...

We have a leader in the clubhouse with a 7 under.. unbelievable.. great golf.. it's Lucas Glover. Mike Weir also has a 7 under but he has only played through 14.

Tiger is out practicing, smiling and laughing.. so hopefully he brought his game today... right now the cut is at 10 strokes behind the leader.. that would make Tiger miss the cut.. he needs some birdies today...

Mickelson is at Even.. with four holes left to play in the second round.

Some of these guys at the top of the leader board I haven't even heard of before...lol.... really really surprising first couple days.. couple of amateurs too.. bet they are besides themselves.

Here's to a good day of golf..:beer:

[dinojen]

R. Barnes is in the clubhouse with a 8 under par... wow... I don't even know who that guy is:confused:

Second round for those is the early tier is just beginning... but of course no one is covering it.. geesh.. sometimes I hate ESPN...:angry:

[MercedesV]

R. Barnes is in the clubhouse with a 8 under par... wow... I don't even know who that guy is:confused:

Second round for those is the early tier is just beginning... but of course no one is covering it.. geesh.. sometimes I hate ESPN...:angry:

NBC is covering it right now, I have it on. Started coverage at 10 AM when the 'First Wave' players came on to play their second round.

Barnes really tore it up. He was an outstanding amateur couple years back who hasn't done much since. Maybe this week? Happy to see Duval doing well also. Lefty did okay too.

According to my infor on TV NBC is covering from 10 till 6.

[dinojen]

Ricky Barnes the leader just posted the lowest 36 hole score in US OPEN HISTORY... wow..:thumbsup:

Never placed higher than 14th in a major... No wonder I never heard of the guy... good rounds of golf...:biggrin:

[ABC]

R. Barnes is in the clubhouse with a 8 under par... wow... I don't even know who that guy is:confused:

Second round for those is the early tier is just beginning... but of course no one is covering it.. geesh.. sometimes I hate ESPN...:angry:
Ricky was the amatuer champion a few years ago. Played on the Asian tour untill he got his card. Nice kid. He played two rounds with Tiger during another rain delay a few years ago. That is when Tiger told him "Relax kid, its gonna be a long day". Can't identify which tournment that has the Amatuer Champ, the British Open Champ and the Masters Champ playing together in the first two rounds. Great to see Adam Scott and Sergio up there on the leaderboard. I would love to see Sergio win this.

[ABC]

NBC is covering it right now, I have it on. Started coverage at 10 AM when the 'First Wave' players came on to play their second round.

Barnes really tore it up. He was an outstanding amateur couple years back who hasn't done much since. Maybe this week? Happy to see Duval doing well also. Lefty did okay too.

According to my infor on TV NBC is covering from 10 till 6.

Mercedes, you are my herione. I could not find the tournment through channel hoping. Thanks a bunch. Me too. I am so happy for David Duval. He has had a rough, what eight years? Hank Hanley said he had the Yips. Good for NBC as I am boycotting CBS. Any idea how it got over to NBC?

[dinojen]

Pretty bad when you have to go to the internet to watch the tourney..:angry:
Watching Tiger's group on the internet... kind of cool.

Can't believe ESPN isn't showing this...

[dinojen]

Mercedes, you are my herione. I could not find the tournment through channel hoping. Thanks a bunch. Me too. I am so happy for David Duval. He has had a rough, what eight years? Hank Hanley said he had the Yips. Good for NBC as I am boycotting CBS. Any idea how it got over to NBC?

MINE TOO.. thank you..

Have had the Golf Channel on, ESPN.. final logged onto Follow Tiger on ESPN...

Thanks for letting me know it was on NBC... have both on now...:tonguewag:

[dinojen]

Just listening to the coverage and am kind of amazed only one player that was in the first wave of players.. is under par. And the rain is coming again now...:sad:

[MercedesV]

Glad I could help both of you out. They mentioned it yesterday on ESPN so I knew where to go. Was checking computer before 10.

We have been cloudy and now drizzling so I'm real glad to have it on. Getting the laundry and other chores done while I watch and play.

A lot of good play going on, which I think is great. I'm much more impressed with the Black Course than I was in 02. The changes made are a good improvement I think.

ABC the various stations vie for different tournaments especially the majors. ESPN is always paired up with NBC. For the cable/non cable stations. CBS is with the Golf Channel. And I think ABC and TNT work together although they aren't carrying many, if any this year.

[dinojen]

Man I feel horrible for Harrington.. geesh...:sad:

[dinojen]

Only six players out of 78 in the first wave that teed off on Thursday morning ... are under the cut mark. That's like only a little over 10%

Got both tv and the internet on.. it's been kind of fun. Hopefully they will finish up today and tomorrow will be a new day and new weather conditions.. will be interesting to say the least.

[sunstar]

I just checked the leaderboard and Tiger's tied for 34th. :sad: I'm hoping too that the weather lets them get it all in this weekend but I heard yesterday they might go into the week.

[dinojen]

I just checked the leaderboard and Tiger's tied for 34th. :sad: I'm hoping too that the weather lets them get it all in this weekend but I heard yesterday they might go into the week.

Tomorrow will be a whole new game.. Those that didn't have to play in the rain the first day or even Friday morning.. will find it different I think if the weather tomorrow is like it was on Friday.. suppose to be a huge storm tonite which will change the course yet again.

I still can't believe only 6 players out of all those that teed off on Thursday morning made the cut..that's almost unbelievable.

[dinojen]

Word is 3 round play will begin at 5 EST. Still televising on NBC.. thanks so much again Mercedes..

Going to be going off both the front and back nines and with three in a group... this is different..

They say the USGA is still working on this plan.. should no if it's a go soon.

[MercedesV]

Our NBC station is closely monitoring weather. We are in a tornado watch/warning and they are discussing various cells. So I appreciate the update wasn't sure what time they were planning on round 3 starting. Funny cause the sun is shining after earlier rain, temp is warm, humidity is up. Wouldn't have suspected trouble without the news on tv. Think I'll go back outside and enjoy fresh air and sunshine while I have it. Catch up little later on the golf.

[sunstar]

I'm watching! right now Tiger's +3 and will tee off for his 3rd round in a few minutes. The leader, Barnes, is -8 but hasn't started his 3rd round either. :scared:

[sunstar]

Tiger's teeing off now!! :thumbsup:

[sunstar]

Oh no ~ it's pouring rain again. :sad:

[ABC]

I think they are going to throw in the towel, have the third round tomorrow and the final on Monday or Tuesday or the rain stops, which ever comes first. Like everyone else, its been fun watching 12 plus hours of golf for two days. Those folks up in Bethpage are as loyal as anyone could be. Its like the UK where folks are standing around with their umbrellas watching golf. Mercedes, thanks again and we will probably need your guidance again tomorrow.
So pleased for David Duval, Rory McIllory, Sergio, Adam, Camellio and our hero, Rocco.

[dinojen]

Suppose to have live coverage tomorrow starting I think at 7:30 0r 8 EST...going to be a fun day of golf... it's suppose to pour tonite.. so wonder what the conditions will be like tomorrow...

Definately been a wild ride at this US Open... some of those amateurs are having soooooooooo much fun...their enthusiasm is catching...lol.

See you guys in the morning...:thumbsup:

[sunstar]

I think they are going to throw in the towel, have the third round tomorrow and the final on Monday or Tuesday or the rain stops, which ever comes first. Like everyone else, its been fun watching 12 plus hours of golf for two days. Those folks up in Bethpage are as loyal as anyone could be. Its like the UK where folks are standing around with their umbrellas watching golf. Mercedes, thanks again and we will probably need your guidance again tomorrow.
So pleased for David Duval, Rory McIllory, Sergio, Adam, Camellio and our hero, Rocco.

I hate it when it goes into the weekdays and everybody who has to work (including me!) will miss watching it. :sad:

[sunstar]

Suppose to have live coverage tomorrow starting I think at 7:30 0r 8 EST...going to be a fun day of golf... it's suppose to pour tonite.. so wonder what the conditions will be like tomorrow...

Definately been a wild ride at this US Open... some of those amateurs are having soooooooooo much fun...their enthusiasm is catching...lol.

See you guys in the morning...:thumbsup:

And we've also got a race to watch in the evening (well, afternoon in Sonoma)! :biggrin:

[MercedesV]

Due to more rain at 'Wetpage', third round will not resume until noon eastern time. According to PGA website.

[dinojen]

And we've also got a race to watch in the evening (well, afternoon in Sonoma)! :biggrin:


I know.. it's right down the road from me... woo hoo.. lol. But I have no intention of fighting the crowd.. use to do it for the Nationals in NHRA..but getting don't have the desire to fight the crowds anymore.. will watch from the comfort of my LR... lol

Thanks Mercedes for the update on the starting time.... going to google USOPEN.com see what they have to say.

What would we have done without you.. thanks.:wink:


Here ya go..

http://www.usopen.com/en_US/news/articles/2009-06-21/200906201245495022734.html


WOW gates won't even open till 11 EST.. this tourney is going into tomorrow... dang.. probably won't be able to watch on the internet at work.. grrrrr....

[dinojen]

Round 3 is off and going... everyone is on the course except the top two... and it's NOT RAINING...:thumbsup::tonguewag:

[ABC]

Round 3 is off and going... everyone is on the course except the top two... and it's NOT RAINING...:thumbsup::tonguewag:

Does your post mean I am watching the real thing on NBC or a replay. Hard to tell. A lot of the guys are wearing black. Is that in honor of Bethpage Black, in mourning for the weather or just their "scary" cloths? Even Phil's in black. And Yano. This is a hoot.
Yes Mercedes, thanks for keeping us informed.

[ABC]

Oh My. See that Tiger putt. I am not counting his out yet. We got a long way to go and I thinks its anybody's tournment. :scared: One of the advantages of retirement, I will be able to watch tomorrow.

[dinojen]

Oh My. See that Tiger putt. I am not counting his out yet. We got a long way to go and I thinks its anybody's tournment. :scared: One of the advantages of retirement, I will be able to watch tomorrow.

Trust me I'll find somehow to watch it on my computer at work.. thank god my boss is a golf freak...:tonguewag:

OK I'm not counting Tiger out either.. but I just had a genius thought.. being Lefty is having a hard time too.. bogey's on his card today.. would it not be a hoot if him and Tiger were paired in the final round !!:laugh:

[MercedesV]

Yea, it isn't raining. Home it is, there it isn't. Some interesting golf so far. Going to be ups and down. Ricky Barnes is very impressive so far.

Anyone think they may make this a 54 hole tournament? Just wondering and considering the forecast even for tomorrow.

[dinojen]

Hope not... heard them say earlier if the weather stays like this they are going to try to get the final round off around 4 today.

I sure wish Johnny Miller would zip it.. god he annoys me to no end.. he says some of the dumbest things..

[ABC]

Yea, it isn't raining. Home it is, there it isn't. Some interesting golf so far. Going to be ups and down. Ricky Barnes is very impressive so far.

Anyone think they may make this a 54 hole tournament? Just wondering and considering the forecast even for tomorrow.
No I don't think so. We would be laughed out of existence by the Europeans and Asians and the tournament would take a big hit if we let a little rain wash us out.

[dinojen]

OMG Tiger can't buy a putt with all his money...

Did you see Romero's chip shot.. hit the flag pin and bounced back to almost where he chipped it... couldn't of done that if he wanted too...:scared: Just stood there and looked like WTH...

Crazy golf.. crazy..

Barnes is doing great.. hope he can keep the pace.. wonder if he would be the first "qualifer" to win the US Open.. wouldn't that be something.

[dinojen]

HOLY GOLFBALL... Barnes just got a eagle.. he is on fire...:thumbsup:

[dinojen]

Tiger can't get it in the hole on the green...but he can chip it in .. loved the look on his face... lol... :tonguewag:

[sunstar]

Tiger can't get it in the hole on the green...but he can chip it in .. loved the look on his face... lol... :tonguewag:

I saw that!!! :thumbsup: It's just too bad he's so far behind the leaders.

[sunstar]

Hope not... heard them say earlier if the weather stays like this they are going to try to get the final round off around 4 today.

I sure wish Johnny Miller would zip it.. god he annoys me to no end.. he says some of the dumbest things..

I'm praying they get to finish it today! :smile:

[dinojen]

Did you see that awesome memorial outside the Park at the Training Center for Nassau firefighters and police officers that lost their lives in 9/11. USGA donated funds for the memorial.. 3 beams from the trade center are in the middle...nice piece of reporting:wub:

[MercedesV]

Hope not... heard them say earlier if the weather stays like this they are going to try to get the final round off around 4 today.

I sure wish Johnny Miller would zip it.. god he annoys me to no end.. he says some of the dumbest things..

I couldn't agree with you more about Miller. He drives me straight up the wall, with all the good announcers why do they stick with him. He comes across like he thinks he knows it all.

I don't think they will end it at 54 holes but wondered how others felt.

[MercedesV]

Did you see that awesome memorial outside the Park at the Training Center for Nassau firefighters and police officers that lost their lives in 9/11. USGA donated funds for the memorial.. 3 beams from the trade center are in the middle...nice piece of reporting:wub:

Makes me think of my cousin. His house was the first responders that day, he doesn't live far from this course. He was off on 9/11, but raced into work when word broke. If not, he may well have died that day. He lost many many friends that day. Spent weeks at ground zero and attending funerals.

It is an amazing memorial, and totally fitting. I'm always glad when they do the stories like that, the behind the scenes and more peripherial (bad spelling) stories. You're right, good reporting.

[ABC]

Makes me think of my cousin. His house was the first responders that day, he doesn't live far from this course. He was off on 9/11, but raced into work when word broke. If not, he may well have died that day. He lost many many friends that day. Spent weeks at ground zero and attending funerals.

It is an amazing memorial, and totally fitting. I'm always glad when they do the stories like that, the behind the scenes and more peripherial (bad spelling) stories. You're right, good reporting.

Mercedes, I missed the statue. Anyway to link to it so we can all pay tribute to the fallen?

[dinojen]

Let Tiger EAGLE... come on.. pretty please... it would put him at even par... pretty pretty please:tonguewag:

SHOOT..just rimmed it.. We'll take the birdie.. as the leader is losing strokes...

[ABC]

Let Tiger EAGLE... come on.. pretty please... it would put him at even par... pretty pretty please:tonguewag:

SHOOT..just rimmed it.. We'll take the birdie.. as the leader is losing strokes...

OMGosh, look at that rough. Ricky just had a great shot getting the ball out of that stuff and on the green. Is that swamp grass?

[dinojen]

OMGosh, look at that rough. Ricky just had a great shot getting the ball out of that stuff and on the green. Is that swamp grass?

It's fescue grass... nasty nasty strong stuff...

[sunstar]

Did you see that awesome memorial outside the Park at the Training Center for Nassau firefighters and police officers that lost their lives in 9/11. USGA donated funds for the memorial.. 3 beams from the trade center are in the middle...nice piece of reporting:wub:

Yes it's an absolutely wonderful tribute! :rose:

[sunstar]

Let Tiger EAGLE... come on.. pretty please... it would put him at even par... pretty pretty please:tonguewag:

SHOOT..just rimmed it.. We'll take the birdie.. as the leader is losing strokes...

:thumbsup: to Tiger's birdie and the leader falling back!

[dinojen]

Miller shut up....:cursing::cursing:

[dinojen]

Miller wishes he could play like Tiger does on a really bad day.. some of his comments are just :angry::angry: Stifle it Miller.. stifle it..

Still have 18 holes to go.. going to be fun...

[dinojen]

Everytime Miller says something about Tiger's shot especially putting.. he misses it.. why can't he zip it before Tiger putts...:cursing:

OK I'll stop complaining..


Did you all hear them chanting on 17.. let's go Mickelson... was cute...

[dinojen]

Wonder if they will really start round 4 today.. I hope so... the weather is fine.. let's go with the flow... I have to work tomorrow...:tonguewag:

[sunstar]

Wonder if they will really start round 4 today.. I hope so... the weather is fine.. let's go with the flow... I have to work tomorrow...:tonguewag:

I have to also and would have to sneak a look at the leaderboard on the computer. :sad:

[MercedesV]

Round 4 should be starting at 5:45 eastern time, playing as long as is possible. So far the weather is cooperating. Let's hope it continues.

Just saw an interview with Barnes, nice young guy. He certainly is playing well this week. Lefty hung in there okay also. Few pars, he certainly likes to make it interesting. Going to be some interesting golf still.

[sunstar]

Round 4 should be starting at 5:45 eastern time, playing as long as is possible. So far the weather is cooperating. Let's hope it continues.

Just saw an interview with Barnes, nice young guy. He certainly is playing well this week. Lefty hung in there okay also. Few pars, he certainly likes to make it interesting. Going to be some interesting golf still.

Thanks so much for the update ~ it's race time here now. :biggrin: If it starts that late it doesn't look like it will be completed tonight though.

[dinojen]

Definately won't be completed tonite.. but going to love it being at least started tonite..

I'll figure something out tomorrow... let's pray for rain till at least hmmm say time for me to get home from work to watch...lol.

Hey if I find a link to watch from work I'll post it. The US Open link might have one... I pray..

Thanks for the info Mercedes once again.. you have been a lifesaver this tourney..

You guys have been so much fun.. now if we can just have someone put a muzzle on Miller this last round it will be perfect...:tonguewag:

[penguin01]

Been out all day - rushed in and turned on the TV - There is Tiger in his red shirt - needing a birdie on the last hole: biting my fingernails...... Wait a minute - this is the us open 2008. Huh? What are they doing?

[dinojen]

Been out all day - rushed in and turned on the TV - There is Tiger in his red shirt - needing a birdie on the last hole: biting my fingernails...... Wait a minute - this is the us open 2008. Huh? What are they doing?

LOL, sit down take a deep breath, final round just started.. will more than likely finish tomorrow..

Been great golf today.. but Tiger has had issues.. hopefully he pulls a fantastic final round.. would that not be a final...lol. But I doubt it..

[sunstar]

LOL, sit down take a deep breath, final round just started.. will more than likely finish tomorrow..

Been great golf today.. but Tiger has had issues.. hopefully he pulls a fantastic final round.. would that not be a final...lol. But I doubt it..

I'd love it if he could pull that off ~ even though I won't be able to see it! :biggrin: Are you watching both the golf and the race? If so, me too!

[MercedesV]

Definately won't be completed tonite.. but going to love it being at least started tonite..

I'll figure something out tomorrow... let's pray for rain till at least hmmm say time for me to get home from work to watch...lol.

Hey if I find a link to watch from work I'll post it. The US Open link might have one... I pray..

Thanks for the info Mercedes once again.. you have been a lifesaver this tourney..

You guys have been so much fun.. now if we can just have someone put a muzzle on Miller this last round it will be perfect...:tonguewag:

You're very welcome, and if I find a link so you can watch at work I'll post it. As to muzzling Miller, I would be with you all the way. One reason I hate it when NBC has the coverage.

So proud of Duval, how great has this been for him.

I think the grounds crew, and all the volunteers from other courses who came to help, should get a big reward for the outstanding job they have done. I wonder if they have had much sleep all week. It is amazing what they have done to keep this course playable.

[dinojen]

It's been a great tourney considering what they have had to deal with weatherwise. and the ground crew deserves a big thank you they have been fantastic.

Yes hubby has the race on one tv.. and I'm in the bedroom with golf..lol.. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY..but he knows me and golf... god I love him...lol..

He is evening bbq'ing the steaks ...

OK back to golf.. would it not be fantastic if he just got his mojo on and kicked butt... I would love it... lol

Thanks for the link offer.. will check in when I get to work and see if I can find one.. I don't want to miss it.. will set the dvr just in case...

[MercedesV]

I'm not sure how or if this one will work, but it is one I found in searching:

http://www.watch-golf-live.com/us/

Doesn't hurt to check it out.

Hope your hubby is having a good day. I send a prayer for my Dad and my husband today. Maybe they are enjoying it together in heaven. Hope all the Dads are enjoying their days.

It has been great golf. And it has been fun for me having it all day long. We are finally seeing a teeny bit of sun, but we are very windy here. They are lucky it isn't windy on Long Island like it is here. So, I'm kicking back and enjoying. And making one of my favourites for dinner, pasta.

[sunstar]

Tomorrow's coverage just announced ~ :biggrin:

9am ET ESPN

11:30am ET NBC

9am ET nbcsports.com

[MercedesV]

Live coverage for the final round on Monday schedule:

9AM ESPN coverage
11:30AM NBC coverage takes over

And on the internet, starting at 9AM

www.nbcsports.com

[dinojen]

Tomorrow's coverage just announced ~ :biggrin:

9am ET ESPN

11:30am ET NBC

9am ET nbcsports.com


I love you...:wink:

Will log in there and here soon as I get to work.

On a side note.. I swear I am going to write SOMEONE a note about Miller's commentary...he sucks big time...:cursing:

[sunstar]

GMTA, Mercedes! :thumbsup:

[sunstar]

I love you...:wink:

Will log in there and here soon as I get to work.

On a side note.. I swear I am going to write SOMEONE a note about Miller's commentary...he sucks big time...:cursing:

Backatcha! :wub:

[MercedesV]

GMTA, Mercedes! :thumbsup:

How right you are. They showed the info, and I figured I better add it on before I forgot. You must type faster than I do.

[sunstar]

How right you are. They showed the info, and I figured I better add it on before I forgot. You must type faster than I do.

I did the same thing ~ before I forgot! :laugh:

[sunstar]

Tiger just got a birdie and he's Even!!! :thumbsup:

[sunstar]

Well that ends play for the weekend. :sad:

[penguin01]

What a great way to end todays coverage - and now we're just in time for the last laps of the race. They are all done pitting so now its just ON!

[sunstar]

What a great way to end todays coverage - and now we're just in time for the last laps of the race. They are all done pitting so now its just ON!

It sure was perfect timing! :biggrin:

[dinojen]

Heading to the office here shortly.. going in early don't want to miss anything.. and thanks again Mercedes for the link...I'm keeping my fingers crossed that my internet that is run by corporate doesn't block it... :scared: It shouldn't... but just my luck it would...lol.

See you all in a bit.. so glad to see Tiger at even.. and Lefty at 2 under would love to see the two of them at the top...:tonguewag:

[dinojen]

Oh Mercedes you are the best... got it on my monitor right now.. listening away and watching because no one is here yet..:tonguewag:

WOW if Tiger would of made a few of those putts yesterday... he's got eight holes left to do something amazing.. lol.

Thanks again.. will check back in a bit.:thumbsup:

[dinojen]

About time... Tiger's at 1 under.. :thumbsup: four behind the leader with four holes left... and the leaders are stumbling...

This is great golf... love it..:tonguewag:

Lots of golf left ladies...

[dinojen]

Man so many missed putts... for our Tiger.. but he gave it a good shot till the end..

Lefty is going for a eagle which will give him a share of the lead.. let's see what happens..

[ABC]

Just noticed that David Duval is sponsered by NIKE. I don't know but its my opinion that his pal Tiger must have helped negotiate that deal. David is doing great and so pleased to see his doing so well. He missed 184 cuts in the last eight years. I always though one of his problems was losing all that weight which obviously he has regained.
Will be interesting to see who is sponsoring Ricky Barnes next week.

[dinojen]

Just noticed that David Duval is sponsered by NIKE. I don't know but its my opinion that his pal Tiger must have helped negotiate that deal. David is doing great and so pleased to see his doing so well. He missed 184 cuts in the last eight years. I always though one of his problems was losing all that weight which obviously he has regained.
Will be interesting to see who is sponsoring Ricky Barnes next week.

What a great finish to a crazy week... I am happy to see Duval up there.. sad to see Phil choke.. he's putting on the 18th now... it will up to the final pairings to see if they can hold on.. it's Glover's all alone right now..

[sunstar]

Hi everybody! :seeya: I got to watch the end of it on the computer!

:thumbsup: Congrats to Lucas Glover!!! :thumbsup:

[dinojen]

Congratulations Lucas Glover.. what a great game.. was great to see David Duval play so great too..

So much for the US Open.. the soggy mess it was for a few days.. but it sure was fun with all the changes and charges at the end.

Next up... British Open... :thumbsup:

[ABC]

Hello ladies -- thanks so much for all of your posts. I watched it on and off but you all are so really into it I felt that I couldn't really participate but reading was great :thumbsup:

I felt so bad for Mickelson and he choked up when he was interviewed about his wife -- he couldn't even complete a sentence. Hope everything goes well - think he said 10 days. :rose:
Of course you are welcome to participate. If we all played as well as we watch, we would be Anita.

[dinojen]

What I would give to be able to still play... told hubby last night maybe after I get my knee tweaked we can give it a try.. I still have my clubs.. but I for sure wouldn't be doing no walking.. it's cart for me...lol.

WOW.. today really was a great day for golf, wish the weather would of been like this everyday..

And Athena.. next time just jump on in.. it's fun. Next one is in a couple weeks.. and the British Open is always brutal because of the .... WHAT LADIES... the weather...:tonguewag: Here we go again.. another Bethpage...lol.

Starts on July 16th...:thumbsup: