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Preview of the 2012 US Open--What Are Bubba's, Tiger's, Phil's and Rory's Chances? Related Links Bubba Watson Wins the 2012 Masters Tiger Woods Workout Top 10 Exercises to Improve Your Golf Swing Matt Kucher --What a Swing! Foods That Strengthen Erectile Performance Normal Waist Size Yoga Workout At Your Desk to Release Tension Blood Pressure-What It Means Foods That Reduce Blood Pressure Low Folate Harms Sperm Penis Shaving Bumps-Home Remedies Normal Penis Size Penis Hygiene Snoring Linked to Stroke "My Husband Snored Himself to Death" Good Night's Sleep Helps You Lose Weight April 30, 2012 By Michael Williams, Contributing Columnist After dominating the 2011 US Open with an 8-shot victory, Rory McIlroy appears ready to defend his title when the tournament shifts to San Francisco, California and the beautiful Olympic Club. Although the young golfer from Northern Ireland is considered the prohibitive favorite, golfers like Bubba Watson, Phil Mickelson and the always- dangerous Tiger Woods look to contend as well. The stunning Lake Course will host this highly anticipated event. Lined with nearly 40,000 trees and featuring spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park, this historic club will provide a breathtaking setting for the Open. The top-ranked golfer in the world, according to the 2012 Professional Golf Association Tour, McIlroy combines his precise short game with surprising power from the tees. In 2012, he is virtually equal with Woods in average yards per drive, and his top-five save percentage allows him to keep pars from becoming bogeys. This was obvious during his win at the 2012 Honda Classic, where the 22-year old Irishman would get up and down 20 of 24 times, holding off a charging Tiger to take the championship with a 12-under score of 268. Woods, for his part, seems to be frantically struggling to regain the form that once made him the most-feared golfer of this generation. His driving distance is down; his iron play can be erratic and his putting often leaves him talking to himself…or swearing under his breath. Even with his troubles, it is impossible to dismiss Tiger as a threat to win in San Francisco. He is still a dangerous golfer, and has moments of utter greatness. His following is always the biggest, and other players still watch the leader board for a classic run by Woods. Another threat to win this year’s US Open is Phil Mickelson. While one of the older players still competing at an elite level, Mickelson shows no signs of slowing down. Combining a top-10 save percentage and a deadly putter with his renowned fearless streak, Phil puts pressure on the leaders, no matter how far behind he is. An amazing charge at this year’s Masters displayed Mickelson at both his best and worst. After storming back from a poor opening round, Phil played tremendous golf to put himself in contention on Sunday. After missing on a daring drive, a disastrous triple bogey on the fourth hole effectively ended his chances of taking his fourth Masters title. Currently third on the earnings list, Mickelson can be considered a prime challenger to unseat McIlroy as US Open champion. If he can stay out of the trees and let his short game shine, Phil could once again be playing in the final pairing on Sunday. Capitalizing on Mickelson’s troubles at Augusta to grab his first green jacket, Bubba Watson is another big money-winner who figures to make some noise at the Olympic Club. The longest hitter on the tour this year according to ESPN, the big left-hander used his $1.44 million payday at Augusta to push his earnings for the year well over $3 million, giving him the lead over Hunter Mahan and Mickelson. Not only is Watson the Tour’s leading money-winner, he is the 4th- rated player as well, trailing only McIlroy, Luke Donald and Lee Westwood. He also stands as the top American player in the game today, according to PGA Tour stats. Given that the courses are usually set up to favor big hitters, Watson is a very real threat to pick up his second major at the Olympic Club. While choosing a winner in a PGA Tour event can be tough, handicapping the field for the 2012 US Open is most likely to come down to one of a select few golfers. Bubba Watson’s booming drives may be enough to power him to victory, although the swashbuckling Phil Mickelson or a resurgent Tiger Woods may seize the moment and take the victory. Whoever hopes to be the newest champ will have to overcome Rory McIlroy as he defends his title at the spectacular Olympic Club in beautiful San Francisco, California. Comment on this article. Most Viewed: Foods That Strengthen Erectile Performance 10 Superfoods for Men's Health Top 10 Tips for Prostate Health How Many Pull-ups Can an Average Man Do? |
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