The Open returns to St Andrews this year with as many people interested in interviewing Tiger as watching golf.
Here are my tips for the week:
the Favourites :
Tiger Woods - 7-1 - the Longest odds for him in a major for a long time. His putting has been causing him trouble (in fact Nike has bullied him into changing it) and he's not got a great track record in bad weather - however he has won here twice and could eat the course up.
Justin Rose - 20-1 - In great form - has won the last 2 times out on PGA Tour. Seems more relaxed than ever. However, he has the poor habit of one bad round a major, time for him to step up.
Padraig Harrington- 25-1 - Not in great form but apparently swinging the club the best ever and has won the open twice. Wont mind the predicted bad weather.
Ian Poulter - 25-1 Good record in the Open - having a good year, but is in a slight lull. Has been gearing himself up for the Open
Luke Donald - 40-1 - Getting back to his best, very steady and has played well in bad conditions before.
Outsiders
Bo Van Pelt - 140-1 - An "unknown" american always tends to do well and Van Pelt is having a steady year and putts well.
Paul Lawrie - 250-1 - Former Open Champion - loves crap weather and links courses - could go well.
Franscesco Molinari - 66-1 - His brother won last week, but this guy has a fantastic touch and is having a very good year.
