Tiger’s Big comeback not so big?
Tiger's record in match play is very good. Yet, anything can happen in a match, which is why it's so much fun to play... or watch. If you've ever been in a match where you know you're better than your opponent, and the creep just keeps scratching out ugly pars hole after hole, then you can feel for Tiger. He didn't play poorly against Tim Clark, but on the few holes he did, Clark took advantage. He's the classic steady Eddie on the golf course, and it came back to bite Tiger in the end. I'm guessing Tiger will play the next WGC event in Doral, where he just about owns the place, so don't worry too much.
Here's my thought as the Tour moves from the West coast to Florida... which would you rather watch, guys making birdies almost every hole on what to them is a glorified pitch and putt, or guys grinding it out on a tough course to win with a score of -3? The Florida swing has really toughened up in recent years... The Tampa event at Innisbrook was always tough, Mr. Palmer tweaked Bay Hill to be a par 70 instead of 72, and when the Honda event moved to PGA National, some serious golf needed to be played. The ever present wind in Florida helps toughen things, but the courses are just flat harder than the ones played out West. Is that better or worse to watch on TV? I know I would rather make birdies than struggle for pars, but I think these guys on Tour are so good, they should be tested. Add to that, when the course is more challenging, the cream tends to rise to the top. Players with more game, more shots, better nerves seem to prevail. The last 3 holes at PGA national will test your nerves, I know that. If you're going to Florida, it's a course you can play, as well.
