Category: British Open Championship
Its proper name is the Open Championship, but on my side of the pond, its known as the British Open. The first Open Championship was held in 1860, with Willie Park winning over Tom Morris. As far as the Golf Blogger is concerned, this is the most interesting of Golf's four majors because the courses are generally so different from what we see on the PGA Tour.
Check back with this section for links to articles and updates on the British Open Championship
Take A Look At The Old Course
Golf Digest has a nice look at the Old Course that shows the changes that have been made to St. Andrews for the Open Championship.
Hamilton’s Reign Ends
I’m sure that Todd Hamilton has enjoyed his reign as the Open Champion, but he sure hasn’t been playing like a champion. But then, 2003 champion Ben Curtis hasn’t shown much since then. And, for that matter, neither has 2001 champion David Duvall.
Is there an Open Championship curse?
The San Jose Mercury News has an article on Hamilton’s reign.
TaylorMade-Adidas Golf Have Open Championship Apparel
Want some official Open Championship merchandise? The Adidas Golf site offers the only official Open Championship merchandise available in the US. The TaylorMade site offers replicas of the TaylorMade staff hats worn at the Open Championship.
2005 Open Championship TV Times
As best as I can determine it, here are the US television times for the Open Championship (British Open). All times are US Eastern. Get your Tivo running.
2005 Open Championship (British Open) Tee Times and Pairings
Here are the pairings and tee times for the 2005 British Open Championship. All times are for US Eastern Standard Time.
