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The Masters begins at Augusta National in Georgia today. There is a huge South African contingent taking place, reflecting our prowess at golf. Out of approximately 90 competitors from all over the world 8 are coming from South Africa. Last year Louis Oosthuizen lost in a play-off and Charl Schwartzel of Blair Atholl won the tournament two years ago. Another South African has also won it in the past decade, namely Trevor Immelman.
One hopes with 8 players in the final field that by the time they get down to the final 9 holes on Sunday evening, a South African is in contention. I would not be surprised to see Tiger Woods win the tournament because he has been in fantastic form early in the year, but his former coach said that of all the majors, the course at Augusta National suits him the least because it is set up for a draw, which is a ball that moves right to left through the air whereas Tiger specialises in a power fade, which is a ball that moves from left to right in the air and which can be a bit of a problem when almost every hole bends or turns from right to left. Of the South Africans I think that Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel have the best chance and are in fabulous form at the moment, and to win my money would be on Tiger Woods, who I think will finish ahead of Rory McIlroy.
Posted by Michael de Broglio on Thursday 11-Apr-13
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Thabitha said:
on Tuesday 23-Apr-13 12:59 PM
Tiger is the man
Tans said:
on Friday 12-Apr-13 02:14 PM
I think Tiger Woods is an absolute legend and will definitely support him. Go Tiger!
Edwin said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 04:17 PM
Tiger won't win his playing well but under pressure his game is not as good as in the past! And the rest of the field arent afraid of him anymore!
Juliet said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 04:04 PM
#followthebounce believes Tiger has a good chance and that he is back to the old Tigger Tigger and I will agree with him and hold thumbs for a golfer whom I believe is brilliant despite his past transgressions!
Brenda said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 03:44 PM
While it would be fabulous to have a South African win the Master's we need to understand that Tiger Woods is on top form. He may be a bit worried about the "draw" but at the end of the day, he is a phenominal golfer and has plenty time to master his play for that course. Go Tiger!!
Cherise said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 01:47 PM
I really hope someone from South Africa wins will be a great achievement. So im all fro Charl!
moenisha said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 12:36 PM
The Tiger of course
Liesl said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 12:12 PM
It would be great for our country if one of our players win, we certainly have the talent to compete internationally. Despite the bad publicity one cannot ignore the fact that Tiger certainly has a gift for the game. I think all round there are good players on the field and they are all going to need to present their best
Julie said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 11:28 AM
I am not a huge fan of Tiger although I have respect for his fighting spirit - with 8 South Africans in the tournament it will be absolute bliss to see either Charl or Louis or even one of the others doing well. Golf is just as unpredictable as cricket - anything can happen
Benita said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 11:16 AM
My money is on Tiger to win
Lucretia said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 11:02 AM
I would love to see Tiger Woods in a play off with Charl Schwartzel, i have a huge amount of respect for both players. My heart says Charl, because he represents South Africa, but my head says Tiger, he has and always will be one of my favourites.
Tanya - The T said:
on Thursday 11-Apr-13 11:01 AM
My money is on Rory boy. But I wouldn't mind seeing the Tiger make headlines with his golf again for a change if he can manage to get his balls to bend the other way.
Johannesburg based attorney specializing in personal injury matters including Road Accident Fund claims and medical negligence matters. My interests include golf, reading and the internet and the way it is constantly developing. I have a passion for life and a desire for less stress!