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Lee Westwood 10 10 10 12 12 12
Luke Donald 11 10 10 14 12 12
Phil Mickelson 12 12 11 12 12 12
Tiger Woods - - - - - -
Rory McIlroy 16 16 18 20 16 18
Martin Kaymer 22 25 25 25 22 22
Hunter Mahan 22 22 28 25 22 25
Steve Stricker 20 22 22 25 25 25
Matt Kuchar 25 22 25 25 25 28
Dustin Johnson 22 22 28 25 25 28
Nick Watney 28 25 28 25 25 33
K J Choi 28 28 35 33 33 33
Graeme McDowell 40 33 40 28 33 40
Bubba Watson 40 40 50 40 40 50
Jason Day 45 50 50 40 50 50
David Toms 40 40 40 40 40 40
Adam Scott 50 50 50 40 50 50
Sergio Garcia 50 50 50 40 50 50
Geoff Ogilvy 50 50 50 50 50 40
Jim Furyk 40 50 66 40 40 50
Ian Poulter 50 40 50 66 50 50
Matteo Manassero 66 50 66 40 50 66
Charl Schwartzel 50 40 55 40 50 50
Paul Casey 50 40 55 40 40 50
Lucas Glover 50 66 66 66 66 66
Padraig Harrington 50 50 66 50 50 66
Justin Rose 66 50 66 40 50 50
Rickie Fowler 66 66 80 66 66 66
Aaron Baddeley 66 66 80 80 66 66
Ernie Els 66 66 80 50 66 50
Angel Cabrera 80 66 80 80 80 80
Retief Goosen 66 80 80 66 66 80
Brandt Snedeker 50 50 66 50 80 66
Alvaro Quiros 66 80 100 100 100 100
Jonathan Byrd 80 80 100 66 80 100
Ryan Moore 80 80 100 80 80 100
Francesco Molinari 80 66 100 66 80 80
Y E Yang 100 80 100 80 100 100
Stewart Cink 100 80 90 100 66 80
Ricky Barnes 100 100 80 100 - 100
Vijay Singh - 100 - - - -
Sean OHair - - - 100 - 100
J B Holmes - - - 80 80 -
Scott Verplank - - - 100 - -
Gary Woodland 80 80 110 - - 80
Martin Laird 100 80 90 80 100 100
Bill Haas 80 80 80 100 100 100
Zach Johnson 66 66 80 80 100 90
Anthony Kim 80 66 125 100 80 100
Rory Sabbatini 80 125 125 80 80 80
Robert Karlsson 125 100 80 100 100 80
Robert Allenby 100 100 125 100 100 125
Steve Marino - - 125 - 80 -
Louis Oosthuizen 125 125 125 100 100 100
Bo Van Pelt 80 125 125 80 100 100
Peter Hanson 80 100 125 100 80 100
Brian Gay - 100 - - 80 125
Mark Wilson 100 100 - 150 125 150
Ross Fisher - 80 150 - - -
Edoardo Molinari 100 125 125 80 100 150
Webb Simpson - 80 80 50 125 150
Ben Crane 125 100 125 80 100 100
Ryan Palmer 125 125 - 125 100 125
Miguel Angel Jimenez 150 125 150 125 100 150
Chad Campbell - 125 - 100 125 150
Jeff Overton 125 150 150 125 125 150
Jhonattan Vegas - - - 150 - -
Charles Howell III - - 150 80 - -
Thomas Bjorn - - - 100 - -
Ryo Ishikawa 125 150 175 150 100 150
Shane Lowry 125 125 175 150 125 175
Camilo Villegas 125 125 200 125 125 125
Alexander Noren 150 200 200 100 150 150
Tim Clark 125 - - 100 100 100
Kevin Streelman 200 200 - 200 150 200
Trevor Immelman 100 100 200 80 100 125
Nicolas Colsaerts 150 150 200 100 125 125
D A Points - 200 - 200 - 150
Davis Love III 175 200 - 200 125 150
Johan Edfors 150 200 150 150 125 150
Charley Hoffman 150 200 - 100 150 -
Kevin Na 150 200 200 125 150 150
Carl Pettersson - - 200 - - -
Fred Couples - - 225 - - -
Heath Slocum 200 250 250 150 150 200
Yuta Ikeda - - - 250 - 250
Anders Hansen 150 150 250 125 150 -
Gregory Havret 200 200 250 250 200 200
Henrik Stenson 150 200 300 150 125 200
Alex Cejka 200 250 300 200 150 250
Kyung-Tae Kim 300 300 250 250 150 300
Stephen Gallacher 200 200 300 150 150 200
David Howell 350 300 350 150 200 250
Thomas Levet 300 300 350 200 150 200
Maarten Lafeber 350 250 350 300 200 200
Robert Rock 350 300 400 250 200 400
Hiroyuki Fujita 350 300 400 - 125 500
Do-Hoon Kim 500 500 500 500 200 500
Kenichi Kuboya 500 500 500 400 200 500
Marcel Siem 500 400 500 300 200 500
Michael Campbell 500 200 500 300 200 500
Peter Uihlein 350 500 500 - 250 300
Sang-Moon Bae - 400 - 400 200 500
David Chung 750 500 750 750 300 500
Robert Dinwiddie 500 500 750 500 250 400
Scott Barr 750 500 750 - 200 750
Starts tomorrow.
Westwood favourite @ 11/1 Laoislad must have a fortune on him.. bookies running scared.
Not much value in the fancied players in the betting
Westwood Donald McIlroy Mahan Stricker Kucher Johnson and Watney have a grand total of zero majors between them!!
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
QuoteWhat price was GMac last year?
80/1
Gregory Harvet was 2nd at 750/1!!
Quote from: Rossie11 on June 15, 2011, 01:02:17 PM
Starts tomorrow.
Westwood favourite @ 11/1 Laoislad must have a fortune on him.. bookies running scared.
Not much value in the fancied players in the betting
Westwood Donald McIlroy Mahan Stricker Kucher Johnson and Watney have a grand total of zero majors between them!!
And how many of the last, say, 10 major winners have been maiden major winners?? 7 or 8 i think? Do you think the winner won't come from that pack?
Out of those names i've a small wager on Stricker plus a few more outsiders...
Quote from: Rossie11 on June 15, 2011, 01:02:17 PM
Starts tomorrow.
Westwood favourite @ 11/1 Laoislad must have a fortune on him.. bookies running scared.
Not much value in the fancied players in the betting
Westwood Donald McIlroy Mahan Stricker Kucher Johnson and Watney have a grand total of zero majors between them!!
This is his week,I can feel it!
Did a small ew on Karlsson
QuoteNot much value in the fancied players in the betting
Westwood Donald McIlroy Mahan Stricker Kucher Johnson and Watney have a grand total of zero majors between them!!
And how many of the last, say, 10 major winners have been maiden major winners?? 7 or 8 i think? Do you think the winner won't come from that pack?
I think its terrible bad value for those guys to be favourites when they have no major between them.
And at least 7 of the 8 will still have no major come Sunday!!!
Watney for example has made the top 60 once in 4 attempts at the US open yet is a fraction of the price of the likes of Goosen and Ogilvy.
Going for Phil Mick great each way bet at 16/1
just got a ticket for congressional for friday and saturday!
go on wee Rory
QuoteGoing for Phil Mick great each way bet at 16/1
agree.. massive chance
Nice one Heganboy..
Jaysis :-\
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM2NocuEihw
Francesco Molinari 8)
I went for Els as he has won at this course before.
Think he has the mental forte to pull this one out of the bag.
Kaymer and the Goose for me
Have went for leaders of the first round. Casey, Kaymer, Chio, Molinari.
Only a pound on them each, as the gambling addiction needs attention Tony :D
went for KJ Choi, Stricker and Kaymer myself
any of you yanks on here wanna buy some very good tickets?
anyone know odds you would get for McIlroy / Mickelson both finishing in the top 3?
cheers
Mickelson will finally win a US open.
Three that i reckon will do well:
Luke Donald
Matt Kuchar
Mark Wilson
I think Harry will fail to make the cut (hope im proved wrong on that one)
Mickleson's wayward driving means that the US Open is the major I would fancy him the least in.
Westwood would be my pick.
How has Paul Casey been playing recently? - Always fancied him for a major but think he went off the boil over the last few years!
Quote from: mackers on June 16, 2011, 10:49:21 AM
Mickleson's wayward driving means that the US Open is the major I would fancy him the least in.
Westwood would be my pick.
5 second places - not a bad record - a wee bit better than hi British Open record where he's only been in half contention once.
Not a betting man, but i think Mickelson, Kuchar, Poulter, Goosen, Scott. Very difficult to predict the majors recently, anyone one of at least 50 golfers could win this. If i remember right no one on here tipped Schwartzel in the Masters thread.
E/W bets on:
Mickelson 16/1
Day 45/1
Goosen 60/1
Fowler 80/1
Cabrera 100/1
Oosthuizen 200/1 (also a bet on him to lead after first day)
If none of the above are in contention after the cut I'll have another few bets.
Picks and reasons
Mickelson 16/1 Accuracy might be poor but ability to reach the green from trouble is a huge help
Goosen 66/1 Under the radar and twice US open winner and regular contender. 3rd last week
Love 210/1 Loves this course and was 6th last year
Mahan 30/1 Could have won 2 years ago but for terrible bad luck. Good record on course
Moore 110/1 Huge hitter who has 2 good finishes in US Open from 2 starts
Baddeley 125/1 Long hitter with very good short game. Having a good year
Edfors 420/1 3 top tens in europe past 3 weeks and finished top 30 on only US open start.
Pizzas beer and couch for the weekend. Happy days
Quote from: mackers on June 16, 2011, 10:49:21 AM
Mickleson's wayward driving means that the US Open is the major I would fancy him the least in.
Westwood would be my pick.
As bogball mentioned he has a very decent record at the open, he pretty much threw one away at winged foot a few years ago with a double bogey at the last. I think the rough is graduated this time so not as penal for slightly wayward drives. He will throw in the odd pull hook but then we'll get a chance to see some of the mickelson magic out of the unknown
Going Dustin Johnston to win.
Two E5 e/w bets also on Carbrera and Choi.
I've went off Casey now
Bubba small e/w
Big Phil slightly larger e/w
I went e/w on
phil
westwood
Dustin Johnston
Cabrera
Bubba
As someone else said big hitters should do well here
Disappointing to say but i fancy all 4 irish men to miss the cut!!!
not 1 mention of Irelands greatest ever golfer, made me a fortune a few years back so i have a bit ew @70s for Harri, also Els and Kucher
Lowry Stephen Gallagher and Robert Garrigus on Betfair
Quiros, Villegas, Big Phil E/W on PP
Gonna give Rickie Fowler a little fiver each way at 70s... maybe its his time?
Lowry, Furyk, Casey, Kim and E Molinari - £1 e/w.
Kim has a good record around here.
Luke Donald was 8/1 by the time I logged in. Everything is set for him in fairness.
'B. Gay' mid-leaderboard must be irking some of the old ones.
Quote from: thewobbler on June 16, 2011, 01:52:49 PM
Lowry, Furyk, Casey, Kim and E Molinari - £1 e/w.
Kim has a good record around here.
Luke Donald was 8/1 by the time I logged in. Everything is set for him in fairness.
except for his habit of choking which recent wins haven't convinced me he has cured.
Small e/w bets on Sticker, Ogilvy, Kim & Stenson
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Usually around top 5
QuoteQuote from: thewobbler on Today at 01:52:49 PM
Lowry, Furyk, Casey, Kim and E Molinari - £1 e/w.
Kim has a good record around here.
Luke Donald was 8/1 by the time I logged in. Everything is set for him in fairness.
except for his habit of choking which recent wins haven't convinced me he has cured.
+4 after 9
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Paddy power paying to 6th place 1/4 of odds!
Monty is a dick,very hard to listen to on the commentary.
Harrington going well enough.
Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 16, 2011, 04:03:22 PM
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Paddy power paying to 6th place 1/4 of odds!
So are ladbrokes
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Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 16, 2011, 04:03:22 PM
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Paddy power paying to 6th place 1/4 of odds!
So are ladbrokes
Must be online only though as I have telephone account and only got e/w top 5.
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Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 16, 2011, 04:03:22 PM
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Paddy power paying to 6th place 1/4 of odds!
So are ladbrokes
Must be online only though as I have telephone account and only got e/w top 5.
I saw it in a branch, almost certain.
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 05:07:34 PM
Monty is a dick,very hard to listen to on the commentary.
Harrington going well enough.
Was thinking the same myself. He is an piece of shit and talks as if he knows it all and he is a moaner. His opinions are rubbish and his commentating is awful.
Did you hear him there? He said "oh no he has hit it heavy" referring to Casey's approach and then the ball landed 5 ft from the hole. He is proving that ex-golfers dont always make good commentators.
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 16, 2011, 05:11:13 PM
Quote from: Minder on June 16, 2011, 05:08:19 PM
Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 16, 2011, 04:03:22 PM
Quote from: paco on June 16, 2011, 03:40:48 PM
I'm not really interested in gold but I think I'm gonna place some form of random wager. How high does a golfer have to place in an each way bet?
Paddy power paying to 6th place 1/4 of odds!
So are ladbrokes
Must be online only though as I have telephone account and only got e/w top 5.
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any half decent bookie will go 6 places ew before an event kicks off - as soon as it's in running, you'll be lucky to get 4 places. Since this started hours ago, most will be reduced to 4 places, but some still paying 5. The price will be reflective of this though, so keep an eye out for the ew place terms.
I did my bets last night with Ladbrokes over the phone and it was top 5 only, I did it with them as I had a few quid in the account. The shops do offer better options I would say. Not matter a fcuk as I have no luck at the golf betting anyway :'(
Why are they starting on the 10th, not the 1st? ???
Quote from: Big Puff on June 16, 2011, 06:59:20 PM
Why are they starting on the 10th, not the 1st? ???
It's just to split the field up a bit,otherwise there would be holdups on tee boxes because of amount of groups.
Some start on the 1st other groups start in the 10th
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 07:01:48 PM
Quote from: Big Puff on June 16, 2011, 06:59:20 PM
Why are they starting on the 10th, not the 1st? ???
It's just to split the field up a bit,otherwise there would be holdups on tee boxes because of amount of groups.
Some start on the 1st other groups start in the 10th
aw ok, fair enough
thought it was a bit wierd the first hole being a par 3
Quote from: Big Puff on June 16, 2011, 07:08:02 PM
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 07:01:48 PM
Quote from: Big Puff on June 16, 2011, 06:59:20 PM
Why are they starting on the 10th, not the 1st? ???
It's just to split the field up a bit,otherwise there would be holdups on tee boxes because of amount of groups.
Some start on the 1st other groups start in the 10th
aw ok, fair enough
thought it was a bit wierd the first hole being a par 3
Why?
don't have skysports anywhere u can watch it for free online?
Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 16, 2011, 07:28:15 PM
don't have skysports anywhere u can watch it for free online?
Try justin.tv
go into the sports section and see if it is about, if not if you go in there is a little chat at the side and somebody there is usually good for finding a link. I would get it for you only my computer is messing about and not loading the site.
Download Veetle and watch the Golf Channel on it.
Great quality
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/channel/view#4df9262601636
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 08:04:16 PM
Download Veetle and watch the Golf Channel on it.
Great quality
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/channel/view#4df9262601636
What is Veetle laoislad? Is it any good for any other sports, what all channels can you get on it.
Quote from: attheraces on June 16, 2011, 08:05:34 PM
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 08:04:16 PM
Download Veetle and watch the Golf Channel on it.
Great quality
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/channel/view#4df9262601636
What is Veetle laoislad? Is it any good for any other sports, what all channels can you get on it.
I have a old PC hooked up to my TV,I watch a lot of Golf and other sports from the internet on the TV.
Veetle is as good as there is along with Sopcast.
I find Veetle excellent for the golf.
www.veetle.com
Downloaded it there, the quality is excellent on it. One more question. What about any of the sky sports channels or racing uk do you know anywhere you could get them online with good quality, mean's I could maybe save a few pounds from the sky bill.
Quote from: attheraces on June 16, 2011, 08:12:53 PM
Downloaded it there, the quality is excellent on it. One more question. What about any of the sky sports channels or racing uk do you know anywhere you could get them online with good quality, mean's I could maybe save a few pounds from the sky bill.
Not really into racing so dunno.
Any of the big sporting events Sky show can be found on veetle or www.myp2p.eu You need to download Sopcast to watch most of the stuff on myp2p.eu
Quote from: laoislad on June 16, 2011, 08:04:16 PM
Download Veetle and watch the Golf Channel on it.
Great quality
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/channel/view#4df9262601636
cheers LL if only my internet connection was a bit quicker!!!
Quote from: attheraces on June 16, 2011, 08:12:53 PM
Downloaded it there, the quality is excellent on it. One more question. What about any of the sky sports channels or racing uk do you know anywhere you could get them online with good quality, mean's I could maybe save a few pounds from the sky bill.
This one does not require any software to be downloaded:
http://mypremium.tv/
Working fine at the moment ..
Our Rory making another fine start
Leading at present. Would take some balls to win this tournament after what happened in Masters. Long long way to go ofcourse
-4 after 10.
Would be great to see Rory and Sergio stay up there til the last 3/4 holes...
2 ahead now with a decent eagle chance at 15.
-6 going to 16. What a player. Showed his class in the interview after the masters. But has he growing a set of balls in two months?
Great start from McIlroy - his ball striking is superb and great to watch. Hopefully he can stay on form till the 72nd hole.
great start from mcilroy, simply amazing golf on a real tough course.
had a small wager on him to lead after 1st round at 23/1 so im more than hapy with his round :-)
If Rory wins, we will have to rename Rise after him
He has led going into Friday at 3 of the last 4 majors. Must convert one eventually.
Mac Ilroy is going well, I hope he doesent shit his union Jack togs.
Phil Mick was like myself on a golf society day out, everywhere but the fairway, how he managed to stay +3 was amazing.
Robert Rock's round was the round of the day if you ask me.
He had never even practised or ever even played on the course and only turned up a few hours before his tee off and ended up with a -1 score.
He had to get a taxi from New York to Washington apparently.
Quote from: laoislad on June 17, 2011, 10:21:52 AM
Robert Rock's round was the round of the day if you ask me.
He had never even practised or ever even played on the course and only turned up a few hours before his tee off and ended up with a -1 score.
He had to get a taxi from New York to Washington apparently.
http://www.boston.com/sports/golf/articles/2011/06/17/at_us_open_rock_was_more_than_stones_throw_away/
Agree Laois Lad.
Why does Rock not wear a hat? Has he sponsors like everyone else?
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 17, 2011, 09:36:07 AM
Phil Mick was like myself on a golf society day out, everywhere but the fairway, how he managed to stay +3 was amazing.
As a poor driver of a ball myself it sort of bugs me though....how lucky him and Tiger are........he hit a 2 iron sideways off a tee into undergrowth and walked up and found it and was unlucky not to par the hole.......if that was me the ball would never be seen again!!! Himself and Tiger spray it that far off line and always seem to get a good lie.
What time do we get going at today?
Quote from: Pat Mustard on June 17, 2011, 01:48:49 PM
What time do we get going at today?
1.00 - he has parred the 1st
Rory now -7 after 4 holes of his 2nd rd.
Anywhere (ahem) that I can watch this on-line?
-10 after eagling the 8th. :o :o Holy fcuk
The Saturday Slam is on!
Staggering stat from Skysports, he's only the 5th person in US Open history to reach double digits under par.
anyone got a live link to catch a bit in work?
Quote from: Boycey on June 17, 2011, 03:09:21 PM
Staggering stat from Skysports, he's only the 5th person in US Open history to reach double digits under par.
Did the other dudes all win?
Quote from: deiseach on June 17, 2011, 03:21:01 PM
Quote from: Boycey on June 17, 2011, 03:09:21 PM
Staggering stat from Skysports, he's only the 5th person in US Open history to reach double digits under par.
Did the other dudes all win?
Tiger did anyway.. Shows how tough they set up their courses.
Quote from: NAG1 on June 17, 2011, 03:11:04 PM
anyone got a live link to catch a bit in work?
http://sportzkrieg.me/live.php?id=110613191027&msg=1
Quote from: Boycey on June 17, 2011, 03:30:23 PM
Tiger did anyway.. Shows how tough they set up their courses.
The guys who set up the courses are idiots. I remember watching the late Payne Stewart have a ten-foot putt lip out then watch as the ball rolled 25-feet back down the slope. They might as well have put the hole halfway up a tree.
Seems like it's almost over already ??? Surely he can't lose it now ( I know I know ) ?.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
I also see that no player has ever been better than 9 under after 2 rounds at the US Open and nobody has led by more than 6 at the halfway point
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 17, 2011, 04:29:26 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Don't get carried away yet boy's, we've seen numerous capitulations over the past while in major championships, McIlroy being responsible for a majority of them! Let's hope he has learned his lesson, would love to see him win it.
Come on Rory!
It's painful watching Sergio Garcia. Has he ever knocked in a ten-footer in his life? Contrast that with McIlroy . . .
Quote from: deiseach on June 17, 2011, 04:32:56 PM
It's painful watching Sergio Garcia. Has he ever knocked in a ten-footer in his life? Contrast that with McIlroy . . .
What's the contrast?
At McIlroy's age, Sergio was doing the same, he's still got a fairly decent record in the game with 15 wins on tour as opposed to McIlroy's 2.
This is a very very long way from over lads, and whilst I wouldn't be backing Sergio, neither would I be backing McIlroy.
Quote from: attheraces on June 17, 2011, 04:32:18 PM
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Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Don't get carried away yet boy's, we've seen numerous capitulations over the past while in major championships, McIlroy being responsible for a majority of them! Let's hope he has learned his lesson, would love to see him win it.
Come on Rory!
I'll rephrase then - Did I get value when backing McIlroy at 9/4 this morning?
McIlroy to -11 and leading by 8. What was his best lead in the Masters?
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 17, 2011, 04:36:42 PM
What's the contrast?
At McIlroy's age, Sergio was doing the same, he's still got a fairly decent record in the game with 15 wins on tour as opposed to McIlroy's 2.
This is a very very long way from over lads, and whilst I wouldn't be backing Sergio, neither would I be backing McIlroy.
The contrast is that McIlroy is able to make the ten-footers, he's gotten a few on the third-quarter of his round. Sergio has never been able to do it.
I know it's not over. The Grauniad (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2011/jun/17/us-open-day-two-live) has the list of double-scorers:
OK, those players who have reached double figures in US Opens. Gil Morgan in 1992 at Pebble Beach was the first: he reached -10 with birdie at the 3rd hole in his third round after a six-under 66 and a three-under 69, but capitulated to closing rounds of 77 and 81. Tiger Woods managed it in 2000 at the same course, becoming the first to finish with a double-digit score under par: -12. Jim Furyk reached -10 on his way to winning at Olympia Fields in 2003, though he ended the tournament on -8. And Ricky Barnes reached the mark in 2009 at Bethpage, but ended the tournament on -2, two shots behind the winner Lucas Glover. And now here's Rory. Still on -10, and five holes away from a US Open 36-hole record.So let's hope he doesn't do a Gil Morgan, eh?
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Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Don't get carried away yet boy's, we've seen numerous capitulations over the past while in major championships, McIlroy being responsible for a majority of them! Let's hope he has learned his lesson, would love to see him win it.
Come on Rory!
I'll rephrase then - Did I get value when backing McIlroy at 9/4 this morning?
Well think it is quite obvious you did yes considering he is about 4/7 now.
I was more commenting on the "I should have put the money on McIlroy" as if he has it in the bag when it is panning out just as the Masters did, there is still two rounds of golf to go anything can happen!
18/1 e/w, and Gmac on 40/1 e/w :)
btw, the link above has been closed down it seems, anyone any others?
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:38:56 PM
McIlroy to -11 and leading by 8. What was his best lead in the Masters?
He may have made 4 at one stage. Did he not lead the british open by a few last july too?
Quote from: deiseach on June 17, 2011, 04:40:16 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 17, 2011, 04:36:42 PM
What's the contrast?
At McIlroy's age, Sergio was doing the same, he's still got a fairly decent record in the game with 15 wins on tour as opposed to McIlroy's 2.
This is a very very long way from over lads, and whilst I wouldn't be backing Sergio, neither would I be backing McIlroy.
The contrast is that McIlroy is able to make the ten-footers, he's gotten a few on the third-quarter of his round. Sergio has never been able to do it.
McIlroy is hot today on the greens, Sergio was the same on many occasions, he's got worse as the years go on and he thinks more about it. My point was that at Rory's age, Sergio was no worse of a putter than Rory iirc.
When are the two Irish lads teeing off?
Quote from: laoislad on June 17, 2011, 04:52:07 PM
When are the two Irish lads teeing off?
NO NEED FOR THAT! Cheap dig! lol
Quote from: J OGorman on June 16, 2011, 10:03:18 AM
anyone know odds you would get for McIlroy / Mickelson both finishing in the top 3?
cheers
ended up putting a 5er on both, Mickelson e/w and McIlroy to win.
Quote from: attheraces on June 17, 2011, 04:45:11 PM
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Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Don't get carried away yet boy's, we've seen numerous capitulations over the past while in major championships, McIlroy being responsible for a majority of them! Let's hope he has learned his lesson, would love to see him win it.
Come on Rory!
I'll rephrase then - Did I get value when backing McIlroy at 9/4 this morning?
Well think it is quite obvious you did yes considering he is about 4/7 now.
I was more commenting on the "I should have put the money on McIlroy" as if he has it in the bag when it is panning out just as the Masters did, there is still two rounds of golf to go anything can happen!
Point taken! If he still holds a similar lead by the end of the day surely he couldn't throw it away! :-\
Quote from: haranguerer on June 17, 2011, 04:49:45 PM
18/1 e/w, and Gmac on 40/1 e/w :)
btw, the link above has been closed down it seems, anyone any others?
http://www.justin.tv/aussierulelive#/w/1347846256
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 17, 2011, 04:51:06 PM
McIlroy is hot today on the greens, Sergio was the same on many occasions, he's got worse as the years go on and he thinks more about it. My point was that at Rory's age, Sergio was no worse of a putter than Rory iirc.
Beiing doing a bit of Googling and I can't find any stats for putting in Sergio's early career. Memory tells me he's always had a problem but some folk out there are disputing this so I'm open to correction
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Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:12:11 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I should have put that money on McIlroy! >:(
Took McIlroy at 9/4 this morning - good price for the way he was playing i thought!!!
Don't get carried away yet boy's, we've seen numerous capitulations over the past while in major championships, McIlroy being responsible for a majority of them! Let's hope he has learned his lesson, would love to see him win it.
Come on Rory!
I'll rephrase then - Did I get value when backing McIlroy at 9/4 this morning?
Well think it is quite obvious you did yes considering he is about 4/7 now.
I was more commenting on the "I should have put the money on McIlroy" as if he has it in the bag when it is panning out just as the Masters did, there is still two rounds of golf to go anything can happen!
Point taken! If he still holds a similar lead by the end of the day surely he couldn't throw it away! :-\
I hate to quote that p***k Montgomerie but I just hope he keeps attacking the golf course and not looking over his shoulder like the Sunday at the Masters! I've never seen someone hit their irons so well!
If McIlroy carries on like this, there'll be a lot of people grateful that the cut falls at anyone within 10 shots of the leader AND the top 60
Quote from: Radda bout yeee on June 17, 2011, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: laoislad on June 17, 2011, 04:52:07 PM
When are the two Irish lads teeing off?
NO NEED FOR THAT! Cheap dig! lol
Not to worry found it.
Harrington 1.24pm
Lowry 12.40
How many hours are they behind us?
Quote from: deiseach on June 17, 2011, 05:02:38 PM
If McIlroy carries on like this, there'll be a lot of people grateful that the cut falls at anyone within 10 shots of the leader AND the top 60
It'll be the opposite, the top 60 plus ties must qualify but the 10 shot rule usually brings in more. I think 82 played the 4 rounds last year.
Quote from: J OGorman on June 17, 2011, 04:57:02 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on June 17, 2011, 04:49:45 PM
18/1 e/w, and Gmac on 40/1 e/w :)
btw, the link above has been closed down it seems, anyone any others?
http://www.justin.tv/aussierulelive#/w/1347846256
Cheers
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 17, 2011, 04:51:06 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 04:38:56 PM
McIlroy to -11 and leading by 8. What was his best lead in the Masters?
He may have made 4 at one stage. Did he not lead the british open by a few last july too?
Quote from: deiseach on June 17, 2011, 04:40:16 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 17, 2011, 04:36:42 PM
What's the contrast?
At McIlroy's age, Sergio was doing the same, he's still got a fairly decent record in the game with 15 wins on tour as opposed to McIlroy's 2.
This is a very very long way from over lads, and whilst I wouldn't be backing Sergio, neither would I be backing McIlroy.
The contrast is that McIlroy is able to make the ten-footers, he's gotten a few on the third-quarter of his round. Sergio has never been able to do it.
McIlroy is hot today on the greens, Sergio was the same on many occasions, he's got worse as the years go on and he thinks more about it. My point was that at Rory's age, Sergio was no worse of a putter than Rory iirc.
Would agree with that.
McIlroy is very hot with the putter today but have seen him have many rounds where tee to green he was outstanding and his putting has let him down.
-12 now.
Quote from: J OGorman on June 17, 2011, 04:57:02 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on June 17, 2011, 04:49:45 PM
18/1 e/w, and Gmac on 40/1 e/w :)
btw, the link above has been closed down it seems, anyone any others?
http://www.justin.tv/aussierulelive#/w/1347846256
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/widget#E076BBD9B25CA39F874164BF2E2358B1/true/default
great link there too
Fantastic....keep it going 8)
-13 - unreal golf!
Radda Bout Ye start counting your money! :P
Good grief. He's making the game look so easy. Hit the fairway, hit the green, one putt. If only! :D
Edit: in the drink. Hexed! In that spirit, I think Tipp are invincible
human after all
With that double bogey at the last for Rory if Y.E Yang or Oosthuizen can put in a good 2nd round this afternoon then its all to play for over weekend.
It's as well he hit trouble at the last or the wheels might have come off. Again.
he wont blow up this time, the first of many majors for rory.
With no European winners for 40 years until last year, and now a possibility of 2 from not only europe but the North of Ireland, Stephen Watson will need some wipes on Sunday night if this keeps up !!
Just saw this on BBC site, thought it was pretty funny.
The-G-Fish, via text on 81111: "McIlroy's weekend playing partners need to acquaint themselves with the heimlich manoeuvre pronto. I fancy the wee Ulsterman is going to be dusting off his finest Greg Norman impression. April was just the warm up"
what is els current score?
Quote from: Big Puff on June 17, 2011, 09:57:11 PM
what is els current score?
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=PGA+Live+scores&l=1
Surely he won't feck it up now. Garcia could be one to watch. A par-ish round for Rory tomorrow and a 67 for Garcia could see a great battle between two of the most watchable golfers.
Quote from: hardstation on June 17, 2011, 10:25:23 PM
Just saw his eagle on the 8th......in the name of suffering fcuk!!
Shades of brokencrossbar at Avon Rí, I'm told.
That's just luck. (both)
Quote from: ONeill on June 17, 2011, 10:16:57 PM
Surely he won't feck it up now. Garcia could be one to watch. A par-ish round for Rory tomorrow and a 67 for Garcia could see a great battle between two of the most watchable golfers.
I wouldn't put money on him if he was 3 ahead and standing on the final tee.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 17, 2011, 10:43:58 PM
Quote from: ONeill on June 17, 2011, 10:16:57 PM
Surely he won't feck it up now. Garcia could be one to watch. A par-ish round for Rory tomorrow and a 67 for Garcia could see a great battle between two of the most watchable golfers.
I wouldn't put money on him if he was 3 ahead and standing on the final tee.
Yip. Cos the ball'd be wedged into the ground an all.
Hope to fek he makes it now, another blow up could destroy him and his career and he doesn't deserve that.
This Rory looks unstoppable. Two rounds of -2 would easily win it for him.
No-one can even better -4 at the moment and he has done it twice.
I think he will win by at least 4 shots, cruising the last 5 or 6 holes. His time in the gym has really helped him round there with his accuracy, the power is allowing him to tear the place up not fearing the heavy rough
I wonder has he any means of watching the Armagh game on Sunday?
Quote from: Minder on June 17, 2011, 11:10:25 PM
I wonder has he any means of watching the Armagh game on Sunday?
He said he couldnt watch if Sidebottom was on commentary again but would be tuning to RTE Radio 1 on his headset underneath the baseball cap ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YR8-guYFnS0
Legend :D
Quote from: Minder on June 17, 2011, 11:10:25 PM
I wonder has he any means of watching the Armagh game on Sunday?
is he not a down man?
Quote from: omagh_gael on June 17, 2011, 11:24:06 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YR8-guYFnS0
Legend :D
He's a legend?
Quote from: ONeill on June 17, 2011, 11:38:30 PM
Quote from: omagh_gael on June 17, 2011, 11:24:06 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YR8-guYFnS0
Legend :D
He's a legend?
Perhaps that was an over reaction. Mildly amusing would be more appropriate.
Quote from: hardstation on June 17, 2011, 11:40:18 PM
Quote from: Big Puff on June 17, 2011, 11:35:37 PM
Quote from: Minder on June 17, 2011, 11:10:25 PM
I wonder has he any means of watching the Armagh game on Sunday?
is he not a down man?
Something tells me that an uncle of his (or some relation) played for Árd Macha. Ulick will tell ye.
true, but i think he's a down fan, apparently he was raging that the champions league final was on at the same time as the armagh game. Even worse, his teams lost both games.
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 17, 2011, 11:14:16 PM
Quote from: Minder on June 17, 2011, 11:10:25 PM
I wonder has he any means of watching the Armagh game on Sunday?
He said he couldnt watch if Sidebottom was on commentary again but would be tuning to RTE Radio 1 on his headset underneath the baseball cap ;)
derry game's at 2, he'll not be teeing off to 7.00pm odd (barring a disaster tomorrow). He'll just want to hope that Clare don't make a game of the hurling as he could get sucked into listening to that whole game and then when would he have time to hit a few practice balls?
Quote from: LeoMc on June 17, 2011, 10:52:09 PM
Hope to fek he makes it now, another blow up could destroy him and his career and he doesn't deserve that.
If he doesn't win this he will have a hard choker tag to shake. 2 par rounds should win this but there is a long way to go yet.
Don't like the way he is talking about being comfortable in interviews,like he is trying to convince himself. His caddy needs to earn his corn over the next few days, convincing him that a bogey is a good score when things go wrong, rather than ending up with a double or triple.
If he wins this it will be the first of many.
(http://i528.photobucket.com/albums/dd328/gerry-gaa/golf.jpg)
Total Trash newspaper Gerry, why bother?
Is that true about the £20 Boots voucher for the breakdown cover. Sounds class. Means if you run out of petrol, you'll never be short of a bottle of Lynx when the handsome breakdown man comes.
His uncle Micky McDonald starred for Armagh in the 80's also played for Cliftonville.
Best of luck to Rory. Hope he does it. Have Zach Johnson done but Id be happy with 70/1 each way.
Quote from: boojangles on June 18, 2011, 11:29:55 AM
Best of luck to Rory. Hope he does it. Have Zach Johnson done but Id be happy with 70/1 each way.
agree, hope to god he does it just to shut those Ingerlish and yanks up. No doubt the meeja will have him back to being British as opposed to being Northern Irish if he wins it
Quote from: Square Ball on June 18, 2011, 12:34:54 PM
Quote from: boojangles on June 18, 2011, 11:29:55 AM
Best of luck to Rory. Hope he does it. Have Zach Johnson done but Id be happy with 70/1 each way.
agree, hope to god he does it just to shut those Ingerlish and yanks up. No doubt the meeja will have him back to being British as opposed to being Northern Irish if he wins it
i have been watching it on us espn link on my pc and on sky at night and they both are bigging up rory and really hoping he wins it.
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
What time is McIlroy due to tee off at today?
Quote from: ardtole on June 18, 2011, 05:42:57 PM
What time is McIlroy due to tee off at today?
8.50pm Irish time I heard. Gonna be a late one.
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
he will be grand, i think the ashcloud has died down.
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
If there was a queue of top players lined up within 6 or 7 shots I'd be concerned but there is one chap 6 shots behind who isn't Woods, Mickelson etc. and the rest 8 or 9 behind. Can't see him give this one away.
Not a big golf fan, but is everyone not just tarring McIlroy as a 'bottler' after one bad performance? I think he'll won this by 5 or 6 shots.
However I was planning to back him on Wednesday at 19s but never got round to it. ::)
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 18, 2011, 05:51:22 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
If there was a queue of top players lined up within 6 or 7 shots I'd be concerned but there is one chap 6 shots behind who isn't Woods, Mickelson etc. and the rest 8 or 9 behind. Can't see him give this one away.
I'd agree that it's a bit strung out, if there were a few of them level with Yang it could have been interesting, probably just too much of a gap.
Yang did reel Tiger in in 2009 and also beat him two years beforehand in China, but not from 6 shots back. A quick google shows he was only 2 back in 2009 and Tiger did hit a 3 over round.
Btw Norf, Rory wasn't being called a bottler on the strength of one bad performance, he has won once in Europe and once in the states from a multitude of winning positions. His US win was from miles behind, his Euro win was from 6 in front and I think he squeaked home by one!!!
To call mcilroy a bottler is hilarious. He is 22 years of age ffs.
How many 2nd places did harrington have before he started winning, it was the same with mickelson before he starting winning majors, and both of those 2 guys were alot older than rory is when they did it.
The fact that Rory has "only" won once on each tour at 22 should be applauded not criticised.
If he's not a bottler he's inconsistent. He shot a 63 at St Andrew's last year and followed that up the next day with an 80.
Quote from: whitegoodman on June 18, 2011, 08:07:24 PM
To call mcilroy a bottler is hilarious. He is 22 years of age ffs.
How many 2nd places did harrington have before he started winning, it was the same with mickelson before he starting winning majors, and both of those 2 guys were alot older than rory is when they did it.
The fact that Rory has "only" won once on each tour at 22 should be applauded not criticised.
good post lad, good post. It would amaze you how many people in this country would love to see him choke again.
Any new links?
http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120133&part=sports (http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120133&part=sports)
i watching it on the first foxsoccer link on sopcast
poor third tee
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 07:02:28 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 18, 2011, 05:51:22 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
If there was a queue of top players lined up within 6 or 7 shots I'd be concerned but there is one chap 6 shots behind who isn't Woods, Mickelson etc. and the rest 8 or 9 behind. Can't see him give this one away.
I'd agree that it's a bit strung out, if there were a few of them level with Yang it could have been interesting, probably just too much of a gap.
Yang did reel Tiger in in 2009 and also beat him two years beforehand in China, but not from 6 shots back. A quick google shows he was only 2 back in 2009 and Tiger did hit a 3 over round.
Btw Norf, Rory wasn't being called a bottler on the strength of one bad performance, he has won once in Europe and once in the states from a multitude of winning positions. His US win was from miles behind, his Euro win was from 6 in front and I think he squeaked home by one!!!
Yang was six behind Tiger after TWO rounds in 09. Six shots over 2 rounds really isn't that much.... If say Yang was in 20th place but still the same six shots behind Rory he'd still think him self well in contention it's the degree of separation between Rory and the rest that make it look an insurmountable lead.
A multitude of winning positions?? One in Europe before his maiden win and this years Masters I'm struggling after that. I'm with Norf on this, bottler my hole! Come on Rory!
great recovery shot from the bunker. that will help the confidence
Quote from: Boycey on June 18, 2011, 09:35:03 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 07:02:28 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 18, 2011, 05:51:22 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
If there was a queue of top players lined up within 6 or 7 shots I'd be concerned but there is one chap 6 shots behind who isn't Woods, Mickelson etc. and the rest 8 or 9 behind. Can't see him give this one away.
I'd agree that it's a bit strung out, if there were a few of them level with Yang it could have been interesting, probably just too much of a gap.
Yang did reel Tiger in in 2009 and also beat him two years beforehand in China, but not from 6 shots back. A quick google shows he was only 2 back in 2009 and Tiger did hit a 3 over round.
Btw Norf, Rory wasn't being called a bottler on the strength of one bad performance, he has won once in Europe and once in the states from a multitude of winning positions. His US win was from miles behind, his Euro win was from 6 in front and I think he squeaked home by one!!!
Yang was six behind Tiger after TWO rounds in 09. Six shots over 2 rounds really isn't that much.... If say Yang was in 20th place but still the same six shots behind Rory he'd still think him self well in contention it's the degree of separation between Rory and the rest that make it look an insurmountable lead.
A multitude of winning positions?? One in Europe before his maiden win and this years Masters I'm struggling after that. I'm with Norf on this, bottler my hole! Come on Rory!
He had a last day lead in the tournament immediately after the Masters did he not?
And a great chip out sideways and wedge to save par on the 2nd or 3rd there. Those saves will help him alright. If he was tending to choke up, it'd have been easy to bogey both of those. If he makes a birdie in the next few holes he'll be in a great state of mind.
that will do nicely
Quote from: TacadoirArdMhacha on June 18, 2011, 09:37:57 PM
Quote from: Boycey on June 18, 2011, 09:35:03 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 07:02:28 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 18, 2011, 05:51:22 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 18, 2011, 05:38:21 PM
Well, time to call it - does anyone see him not getting home?
He has a massive lead and is a superb player, the early scores seem to indicate the course has been set up for someone to post a decent score, that should suit mcilroy as the only player within touching distance isn't reknowned for low scores. The lads on -2 and -1 probably aren't either. The truth is, from here he could easily shoot under par again today and that'd be that, but......
Hard to see him lose, but I am still not convinced. Have backed snedeker w/o rory (and had him and garcia outright beforehand anyway). I'd be happy enough with a rory win, but i'd like him to come back to the field a wee bit to give us a bit of excitement.
If there was a queue of top players lined up within 6 or 7 shots I'd be concerned but there is one chap 6 shots behind who isn't Woods, Mickelson etc. and the rest 8 or 9 behind. Can't see him give this one away.
I'd agree that it's a bit strung out, if there were a few of them level with Yang it could have been interesting, probably just too much of a gap.
Yang did reel Tiger in in 2009 and also beat him two years beforehand in China, but not from 6 shots back. A quick google shows he was only 2 back in 2009 and Tiger did hit a 3 over round.
Btw Norf, Rory wasn't being called a bottler on the strength of one bad performance, he has won once in Europe and once in the states from a multitude of winning positions. His US win was from miles behind, his Euro win was from 6 in front and I think he squeaked home by one!!!
Yang was six behind Tiger after TWO rounds in 09. Six shots over 2 rounds really isn't that much.... If say Yang was in 20th place but still the same six shots behind Rory he'd still think him self well in contention it's the degree of separation between Rory and the rest that make it look an insurmountable lead.
A multitude of winning positions?? One in Europe before his maiden win and this years Masters I'm struggling after that. I'm with Norf on this, bottler my hole! Come on Rory!
He had a last day lead in the tournament immediately after the Masters did he not?
Led at some stage all right but not sure it was last round.. But the point I'd be making is there's a huge difference in losing cause some other guy just played better and throwing a tournament away..
Going well so far, go on you good thing
Lee Westwood having a Rory-like round. -7 in 10 holes, into 2nd place now
Some eagle just there by Westwood to go to -5.
I'd say if there's one person our Rory doesn't want chasing him down tomorrow it's Westwood.
I was at the K Club the day Clarke's 10 shot lead was overturned by Westwood. True, it was mostly Clarke's doing - but as they were playing together, Westwood made sure that every Clarke mistake was punished, which clearly messed with big Darren's head.
Quote from: gerry on June 18, 2011, 08:48:34 PM
http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120133&part=sports (http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120133&part=sports)
i watching it on the first foxsoccer link on sopcast
ESPN on Sportskrieg:
http://www.sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011- (http://www.sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011-)
He looks like he'll go into tomorrow no worse than 6 ahead barring no disasters. Can't see him dropping that. If Westwood got to partner him tomorrow it would be very interesting!
Quote from: thewobbler on June 18, 2011, 10:16:31 PM
Some eagle just there by Westwood to go to -5.
I'd say if there's one person our Rory doesn't want chasing him down tomorrow it's Westwood.
I was at the K Club the day Clarke's 10 shot lead was overturned by Westwood. True, it was mostly Clarke's doing - but as they were playing together, Westwood made sure that every Clarke mistake was punished, which clearly messed with big Darren's head.
if Rory doesnt win i would like to see Westwood win it before anyone else, but i hope it doesnt happen.
I know it's a cliche but if ever a thing was someones to lose as opposed to someone else win it this is it.
very steady on the front 9
Butch has a serious horn for Sergio.
ssome shot
Quote from: hardstation on June 18, 2011, 11:14:48 PM
Putt and a half for Ruairí.
suberb. superb round again.
Only a meltdown will deprive him now.
Is Garrigus using his kids putter?
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:33:30 PM
Is Garrigus using his kids putter?
i just come on to post something to that effect :D WTF ?
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Aye Monty. Dickhead.
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Sky really need to get rid of Monty. Talks some sh1te
Nice to see Rory trundling along in front but as a contest it's very boring now as he has it in the bag. Those lads from Bangor who put that bet on about him winning a major before his 25th must be rubbing their hands together since half way through his round on Thursday... Tremendous stuff from him
Quote from: hardstation on June 18, 2011, 11:48:48 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Brokencrossbar?
Is that balax back on the TV?
Quote from: hardstation on June 18, 2011, 11:48:48 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Brokencrossbar?
Spat beer onto the screen there!
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:55:06 PM
Quote from: hardstation on June 18, 2011, 11:48:48 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Brokencrossbar?
Spat beer onto the screen there!
Abuse! lol
Does Rory have any brothers or sisters? Or just cousins?
Quote from: ONeill on June 18, 2011, 11:32:31 PM
Only a meltdown will deprive him now.
He'll go some to throw away 8 shots tomorrow. Could be a new era for golf if he wins.
"Let's Go Rory" is a bit shit.
Rory The Racing Car would've been a clincher. Or Rory Lives Near Cultra.
If Rory marks his ball on the green, and then throws it to his caddie to clean it, but the caddie misses the catch and the ball lands on the green and rols a bit.
Coulde Rory loose a shot for "testing the green"?
Quote from: hardstation on June 19, 2011, 12:10:41 AM
Quote from: Orior on June 19, 2011, 12:08:52 AM
If Rory marks his ball on the green, and then throws it to his caddie to clean it, but the caddie misses the catch and the ball lands on the green and rols a bit.
Coulde Rory loose a shot for "testing the green"?
I've never heard of the golfing term "loose a shot", so I have no idea.
Okay, penalised a shot. Maybe its just a matchplay thingy.
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 18, 2011, 11:43:44 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Sky really need to get rid of Monty. Talks some sh1te
Nice to see Rory trundling along in front but as a contest it's very boring now as he has it in the bag. Those lads from Bangor who put that bet on about him winning a major before his 25th must be rubbing their hands together since half way through his round on Thursday... Tremendous stuff from
him
Have said it before and have never found out if it was true, but I was sure it had to be a British Open.
The hoor could be 10 shots ahead by the time he finishes this evening.
How long before he upgrades the woman?!
Darren Gibson will be rippin.
Quote from: Minder on June 19, 2011, 12:16:48 AM
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 18, 2011, 11:43:44 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Sky really need to get rid of Monty. Talks some sh1te
Nice to see Rory trundling along in front but as a contest it's very boring now as he has it in the bag. Those lads from Bangor who put that bet on about him winning a major before his 25th must be rubbing their hands together since half way through his round on Thursday... Tremendous stuff from
him
Have said it before and have never found out if it was true, but I was sure it had to be a British Open.
http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/239997 (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/239997)
Unfortunately I don't have Sky unlike some of the flash harrys round here ;)
Watching it on teletext isn't as excitiing but see he is 14 under with 16th still to play which seems to be offering eagle chances today.
Go on Rory keep her lit
Just watching tin cup earlier where McAvoy took a 12 on the last hole going for the green instead of laying up on the 18th at US Open.
Hopefully not an omen!
Quote from: Minder on June 19, 2011, 12:16:48 AM
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 18, 2011, 11:43:44 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Sky really need to get rid of Monty. Talks some sh1te
Nice to see Rory trundling along in front but as a contest it's very boring now as he has it in the bag. Those lads from Bangor who put that bet on about him winning a major before his 25th must be rubbing their hands together since half way through his round on Thursday... Tremendous stuff from
him
Have said it before and have never found out if it was true, but I was sure it had to be a British Open.
Maybe but there was alot of talk about it in April when he threw away The Masters. Sandwich this year down in Kent isn't it?? He will be favourite for that around 6/1 I'd say
Rory 1/12
14/1 bar
Arnold Palmer blew a 7 stroke lead on the back nine.
Van de Velde needed a double bogey to win the British Open in 99, a hole he had birdied twice in the 3 previous rounds. He hit 7 and lost a play off
McDowell says he'd like to play with Rory.
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 12:34:47 AM
McDowell says he'd like to play with Rory.
Is it true about McDowell? No, not that he talks as if he is from Kansas City.
Quote from: Minder on June 19, 2011, 12:36:37 AM
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 12:34:47 AM
McDowell says he'd like to play with Rory.
Is it true about McDowell? No, not that he talks as if he is from Kansas City.
Aye, I think he is a Prod surely :D
Rory fairly rattled that one - hopefully he saves par here.
Minder GMAC was interviewed in a golf mag over here a few issues ago and was talking about all the birds he has dated, and that he's just too busy to settle down, but that he'd love to when he meets the right one.
EDIT - Nice save from lets go Rory.
Quote from: Orangemac on June 19, 2011, 12:25:56 AM
Unfortunately I don't have Sky unlike some of the flash harrys round here ;)
Watching it on teletext isn't as excitiing but see he is 14 under with 16th still to play which seems to be offering eagle chances today.
We don't all have it either :
http://sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011- (http://sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011-)
Watching on line I dont like the look of that fancy toilet in the ad :-\
The spouty thing that comes out to, eh, :-[
Never mind.
Does Rory follow Antrim or Down when it comes to real sport?
This is some performance.
Quote from: Shamrock Shore on June 19, 2011, 12:46:48 AM
Watching on line I dont like the look of that fancy toilet in the ad :-\
The spouty thing that comes out to, eh, :-[
Never mind.
Does Rory follow Antrim or Down when it comes to real sport?
Oft defeated Champions League finalists Man Utd.
He should have been aiming for his second major in a year.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 19, 2011, 12:24:12 AM
Quote from: Minder on June 19, 2011, 12:16:48 AM
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 18, 2011, 11:43:44 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 18, 2011, 11:35:29 PM
The grumpiest hoor to ever play golf is now on about lads smiling or not smiling on the course!
Sky really need to get rid of Monty. Talks some sh1te
Nice to see Rory trundling along in front but as a contest it's very boring now as he has it in the bag. Those lads from Bangor who put that bet on about him winning a major before his 25th must be rubbing their hands together since half way through his round on Thursday... Tremendous stuff from
him
Have said it before and have never found out if it was true, but I was sure it had to be a British Open.
http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/239997 (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/239997)
I can't believe they'd have given 500/1 on it - he was well known at that age, Faldo had near adopted him as a personal project etc.
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 12:07:43 AM
"Let's Go Rory" is a bit shit.
Rory The Racing Car would've been a clincher. Or Rory Lives Near Cultra.
If Rory closes the deal tomorrow will that be a US Open Mac Back to Back?
Quote from: Orangemac on June 19, 2011, 01:09:07 AM
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 12:07:43 AM
"Let's Go Rory" is a bit shit.
Rory The Racing Car would've been a clincher. Or Rory Lives Near Cultra.
If Rory closes the deal tomorrow will that be a US Open Mac Back to Back?
More like Mac to Mac
just back from 2 days at Congressional. Unreal, the putt on 17 today was immense. A lot of Irish converts "roaring for rory"
Tremondous play from Rory...............hopefully he'll see it through from here.
Couldn't believe my ears last night..........was that Monty ripping the p1ss out of Garcia for not smiling on the golf course??? Coming from the grumpiest hoor ever to play the game...........
Will he choke?
Quote from: Gold on June 19, 2011, 11:59:14 AM
Will he choke?
The lad is a sensation, he is 22 and you have got to remember he has only had 2 wins in his career so far. He has been in contention for numerous majors in the past couple of years and he has shown he can raise his game when required. This "choker" tag he has acquired is a complete joke, he has blown up in one major and it is being blown out of proportion as if he is a complete choker and it has never been done before. Woods in USPGA and Norman in Masters is some examples of this (2 of the best players to ever play the game). He is the best ball striker in the game and will start to rack up these tournaments in the next couple of years, and I fully believe it will start with his first major tonight.
Quote from: mick999 on June 19, 2011, 12:39:21 AM
Quote from: Orangemac on June 19, 2011, 12:25:56 AM
Unfortunately I don't have Sky unlike some of the flash harrys round here ;)
Watching it on teletext isn't as excitiing but see he is 14 under with 16th still to play which seems to be offering eagle chances today.
We don't all have it either :
http://sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011- (http://sportzkrieg.com/live.php?id=110618181746&msg=1&matchname=US-Open-Championships-2011-)
There were some fantastic streams last night on myp2p, got the NBC HD coverage which was fantastic and one of the best streams I have ever seen
great piece
http://www.golf.com/golf/tours_news/article/0,28136,2078535,00.html
BETHESDA, Md. — The fan with a clubhouse badge held up his right hand, the American-born but now near-universal sign for give me some love, but as his intended target marched toward the doors to the practice putting green, on his way to extinguish the last dying hopes of the field, the runaway leader of the 111th U.S. Open at Congressional Country Club blew by without a glance.
Rory McIlroy is turning into Tiger Woods before our eyes, and not a moment too soon.
Everybody was waiting for McIlroy to fall apart in the third round Saturday. More than one observer noted that his caddie, J.P. Fitzgerald, was wearing the same black, silver and yellow Oakley shirt that McIlroy wore during his final-round 80 at the Masters. More than one observer noted that Y.E. Yang, six back of his playing partner McIlroy as their round began on the verge of cocktail hour at 3:50 p.m. Eastern time, was six behind Woods halfway through the 2009 PGA Championship. (We know how that turned out.)
"We'll see what Rory does," Lee Westwood said. "He's had leads before."
What did Rory do Saturday? Oh, nothing much. He made some pars, some birdies. When he got out of position, as he did on the third hole, he pitched out, wedged up close and made his par. He hit the par-5 ninth hole in two and made an easy-looking two-putt birdie, and after a bogey on the par-3 10th, bounced back with another birdie on the harrowing, 486-yard 11th hole. His 68 left him at 14 under, a 54-hole U.S. Open record, and eight ahead of Yang, nine clear of Jason Day, Robert Garrigus and Lee Westwood.
"It's just phenomenal," said Graeme McDowell, the 2010 U.S. Open champion, who shot 69 and stands at level par for the tournament. "You run out of superlatives to describe what he's doing this week. He's decimating a field."
Woods won the 2000 U.S. Open by 15 shots. How many will McIlroy win by on Father's Day, with dad Gerry (the original G-Mac) watching the coronation?
If you care a dimple about professional golf, this is exactly the conversation you hoped to be having. Woods carried the Tour for 15 years, and then he vanished without even asking anyone to cover his shift. It's just as well. Plenty of players had the charisma; no one had the game. Not Luke Donald, the new No. 1. Not Anthony Kim and Dustin Johnson, both in the throes of a strange slump in 2011. Not Michael Whitehead, the skinny, Nike-clad kid who got into the field when Woods bowed out, and who shot 77-75.
Adam Scott employed Tiger's caddie, Steve Williams, this week, but that didn't go so well. Sitting at 4-over-par, Scott, whose swing has always resembled Tiger's circa 2000, hit his approach shot in the water on 18 Friday and made bogey to miss the cut by one. Williams left the course without comment, and Scott wasn't exactly in an expansive mood, either. Go figure.
McIlroy, 22, makes up for all of that. He's the most compelling figure in the field as measured by more than just score. His limber, metronomic swing recalls a young Freddy Couples. His hair is part Beatle, part Muppet, part headcover. He's built up near total resistance to the Disease of Me, so that when he blew a four-shot lead at Augusta, he not only spoke to the press, but, aboard a private jet bound for the next tournament, he tweeted a picture of himself with winner Charl Schwartzel wearing the green jacket. Last week, McIlroy went to Haiti with Unicef.
Instead of moving to a gated golf community like Lake Nona, Fla., he stayed close to home, Holywood, Northern Ireland, building a golfer's dream house that includes a short-game area with a replica of the Road Hole bunker. He sometimes tweets back and forth with his pal LeBron James — they share a watch sponsor — but he is happiest hanging out with his childhood friends or his dogs. McIlroy's golf game gives him a license to print money, but even if it didn't you get the feeling he'd be exactly what you want in your own kid. He'd be happy.
"I wanted to catch up a little bit, I have to be honest with you," Yang said after shooting a third-round 70 to fall further behind. "But the player with the better shot, the better putt, the better composure, is leading right now."
The big lesson from the Masters, McIlroy said, was that he had to be more cocky inside the ropes. Hence the 1,000-yard stare and the blow-off of a pre-round high-five. That's the way Tiger would do it. But you can see McIlroy finding his own style. Ice-cool is not his thing. He's a connector. Fans chanted, "Let's go, Rory," as he toured the soft, truncated (7,413 yards) Blue Course on Saturday, and McIlroy didn't pay much mind at first. But by the time he rolled in a birdie putt on 14 to get to 14 under, nine clear of the field, and they started chanting again as he walked to the 15th green, McIlroy felt comfortable enough to look over and give a small smile. He can't help it. He may or may not win as much as his golf idol, but he'll almost certainly wind up being about 10 majors more relatable than Woods.
McIlroy's approachability, his greatest strength as a public figure, was his greatest weakness. Giving him the cold shoulder and a psychological beatdown at the 2009 Dubai World Championship, Lee Westwood took the kid 66-68, after which McIlroy admitted he was glad he wasn't playing with the Englishman the next day.
"It was a very good lesson in how to be ruthless," he said later.
He's wiser for the experience, just as he seems to have been toughened up by his Augusta National wipeout, his near-miss at the 2010 PGA — he finished a shot out of the Martin Kaymer/Bubba Watson playoff — and his second-round 80 at last summer's British Open at St. Andrews. He went to the first tee Saturday at Congressional leading by a touchdown, and left the 18th green leading by a TD and a two-point conversion. We've seen this before, from a guy, Woods, who obsessed over the accomplishments of Jack Nicklaus, and now we see it again from a guy, McIlroy, who studied the accomplishments of Woods.
Golf lives.
rory- the golfing chuck norris:
At some point on this Father's Day afternoon, Rory McIlroy is going to do one of two things: come back to the field to make this final round of the U.S. Open interesting, or blow the field away and win by double digits. If the latter happens, then the swoon over McIlroy has to continue in some fashion even though seemingly every person who has tried to do his achievement justice has run out of superlatives.
There's one last place to turn as a way to compliment Rory. Chuck Norris.
It's the Internet way that when someone does something frighteningly awesome that they get the Chuck Norris Treatment – compliments that make no sense but sound bizarrely plausible given what has happened. And that's what could happen if Rory continues on the trajectory he has been on for the last three rounds of U.S. Open golf.
So why not get started early?
Rory McIlroy is so good, the USGA doesn't set pins, he hits the ball where the hole should be.
McIlroy refers to bunkers as beaches because they're a respite from the boredom of always being in the fairway.
Rory has so much swagger that Dougie wants McIlroy to teach him how to Rory.
Rebecca Black loves Rory so much that she took down the YouTube of "Friday" for the remake "Sunday."
Jesus is jealous that Rory can turn millions into believers faster than He could.
Rory McIlroy doesn't take divots, he tells the earth to move out of his way.
Rory lost a 4-shot lead at Augusta National because he wanted to wait a year before winning the Grand Slam.
Denny's has renamed their Grand Slam now to be known as the Rory With Bacon.
Dogs stop chasing cats when they see Rory because they know they can't catch anything as awesome as him.
Another big Sunday night for the Holywood GC faithful.
Surely he can't do the Masters collapse again, attack the best form of defence Rory.
Any good links lads?
http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120134&part=sports (http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120134&part=sports)
take ur pick
As long as we aren't here at 9pm talking bogey-bogey start, then we're cool.
Does he tee of at 8.20
Quote from: ardtole on June 19, 2011, 08:10:31 PM
Does he tee of at 8.20
yep
YE Yang (Kor), R McIlroy (NI)
Quote from: gerry on June 19, 2011, 07:49:49 PM
http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120134&part=sports (http://www.myp2p.eu/broadcast.php?matchid=120134&part=sports)
take ur pick
http://www.veetle.com/index.php/channel/view#4dec36aae9162
that is the best one, fantastic
Got tv linked to laptop. Great picture. Cheaper than sky sports. Great start from McIlroy.
I was watching that last nite square ball brilliant quality
Quote from: Maiden1 on June 19, 2011, 08:31:47 PM
Got tv linked to laptop. Great picture. Cheaper than sky sports. Great start from McIlroy.
And you don't have to listen to Monty!?!??!
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 19, 2011, 08:37:27 PM
Quote from: Maiden1 on June 19, 2011, 08:31:47 PM
Got tv linked to laptop. Great picture. Cheaper than sky sports. Great start from McIlroy.
And you don't have to listen to Monty!?!??!
Added bonus
Quote from: Maiden1 on June 19, 2011, 08:46:43 PM
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 19, 2011, 08:37:27 PM
Quote from: Maiden1 on June 19, 2011, 08:31:47 PM
Got tv linked to laptop. Great picture. Cheaper than sky sports. Great start from McIlroy.
And you don't have to listen to Monty!?!??!
Added bonus
Ah, he's gone now and it's Butch in his spot. He is class
ten ahead, bound to be in the bag now
Quote from: gerry on June 19, 2011, 09:03:30 PM
ten ahead, bound to be in the bag now
looks like it, he looks relaxed and enjoying it
Looks like he learned from the masters. Balls of steal today.
This win (doesn't look like it will be anything else at this stage!) and his popularity in the States means the wee man's bank account will rocket overnight and keep going that way for the next 10 years if he can maintain this standard. There is no reason to suggest why he can't. I hope he is gracious towards Westwood!
should do the lough erne hotel no harm either and they need it as well
Running out of holes to f**k it up.
Seriously lads, drinks on me.
great day of sport, derry win easily and mc ilroy tears it up!
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 09:56:33 PM
Seriously lads, drinks on me.
Tae, drop of milk and whatever biscuit you have in the house.
Gypsy creams
Quote from: ONeill on June 19, 2011, 10:04:59 PM
Gypsy creams
If he wins I'll take two. Diet/fitness starts tomorrow (well Wednesday when I get the new bike!).
some shot
That boy be good.
Sweet f**k, he can get to 20 under at this stage
Quote from: Big Puff on June 19, 2011, 10:03:46 PM
great day of sport, derry win easily and mc ilroy tears it up!
at least Rory got a cup today, you have win nothing yet
Battering the opposition and the course. Always had the the game but the mental toughness after Augusta is immense.
no party at rory's house yet
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Its been a while since I was in Holywood Golf Club. We should organise an outing there.
this is a spectacular performance...
Spectacular indeed. It's a procession at this stage, G-Mac's victory last year was far more exciting even if the golf wasn't of as a high a quality.
Well done Rory - amazing that two Irish men win it back to back.
Rory has come back stronger after the Master's collapse.
Fair play.
Fair play to G-Mac... How unlucky is he to be hitting his prime the same time as Rory... I'd say he's happy he had his best year just before McIlroy hit the big time!
Graeme "for sure" McDowell
Come on to feck Yang. Don't chuck away 2nd place now.
Although well off the pace it's nice to see Sergio get some of his game back.
BBC sport would sicken your hole listening to it, U.K. this, U.K. that.
Sky Sports ads would sicken your hole.
Thomas Kane's mascara will be running when it's over. As for Stephen "Winker" Watson.... :o
3 putt!
Was it just me or did the board calve?
Anyway, well done Rory.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 20, 2011, 12:07:41 AM
Was it just me or did the board calve?
Anyway, well done Rory.
think it went tits up for a while, but fair play to you Rory, it was a joy to watch and I doubt if he will be 20/1 again for a major for a while
Quote from: mayogodhelpus@gmail.com on June 19, 2011, 11:50:58 PM
BBC sport would sicken your hole listening to it, U.K. this, U.K. that.
Imagine that from the British Broadcasting Corporation.
What about the size of that big black security / police man ?
A monster.
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Nail. On. Head.
Fair enough, was just looking to know peoples reactions to it.
Thats me told anyway! I'll know not to ask a question in future!
Not a big golf fan but well done to the lad. Is there any other country where the player has 10 guys with guns and really dark sunglasses ushering him around? And then the jackass " head of security" pushing mcilroy to keep moving after it was over, really annoying seeing the idiots making trouble out of nothing.
And as for the analyses of his hitting the ball, slow motion replay all the way, and commenting on him being a nobody, drive you mad listening to it.
Congrats Rory on a fantastic performance - didn't get to see any of it unfortunately but great stuff.
I am glad he has won, maybe shut some people up with regarding him being a choker after Augusta. He lost a lead in a a Major, he wasn't the first to do so and the same thing happenes in every sport. That label would have been something that might stick if the same thing happened more than a few times, but I would say that is put to bet now and this win will give him even more confidence going forward as the monkey is off his back.
The question I have is how is McIlroy consistently performing so well at the Majors? He did brilliantly at the Open a few years ago when still amateur and since that has had numerous Top 10 finishes along with unbelievable rounds such as the 63 at St Andrews last year, the 65 at Augusta and the 4 rounds he has played this past few days. He seems to really raise his game when it matters, which is pretty amazing considering the way golf works and alot of the time the 'better' players usually fail to deliver at the majors and it is some unheralded player who steps up to win.
Other weekend highlights:
1) Henrik Stenson breaking his seven iorn, cutting his finger and Fanny giving first aid
2) Freddy Jacobson taking 4 putts on the 12th green, and raising his hand in triumph afterwards
3) Armagh stuffing Derry
4) Armagh minors allowing Fermanagh only one point in the second half
5) Getting to park right inside St Tiernach's Park
Five Majors for Irishmen in the last sixteen outings. At the risk of striking a slightly sour note, it's an indictment of their predecessors will to win that no Irishman won one for 60 years. With McIlroy on the case I doubt we'll be waiting another 60 years.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
Did you put much on?
Quote from: deiseach on June 20, 2011, 09:39:57 AM
Five Majors for Irishmen in the last sixteen outings. At the risk of striking a slightly sour note, it's an indictment of their predecessors will to win that no Irishman won one for 60 years. With McIlroy on the case I doubt we'll be waiting another 60 years.
Now that he's broken the ice I honestly believe that McIlroy can win 7-10 majors.
Quote from: AQMP on June 20, 2011, 10:22:35 AM
Quote from: deiseach on June 20, 2011, 09:39:57 AM
Five Majors for Irishmen in the last sixteen outings. At the risk of striking a slightly sour note, it's an indictment of their predecessors will to win that no Irishman won one for 60 years. With McIlroy on the case I doubt we'll be waiting another 60 years.
Now that he's broken the ice I honestly believe that McIlroy can win 7-10 majors.
I think that is a possibility as he seems to have the mentality for it. His self confidence is vital and it is not arrogance, it is the winners confidence. He has all the "game" tools but most importantly he is grounded and driven and with an ealy aged break through he has years to develop to an even higher level.
How bad is American golf going? They must be reeling - Ryder Cup, World rankings, majors - they falling way behind.
Are the young guns of the American tour more interested in fashion and out-wearing each other rather than playing golf. Has the money got so big for them, that they don't have the motivation to reach the levels needed to win the majors and they are content to pick up the cheques during the year on the US tour. Fowler, Kim, Bubba, Jones etc etc all have talent but they look nowhere near the hungary European, Asians or Sub-Contentient players.
Fair play to McElroy. I doubted him after the Masters blowout, as it seemed to be a feature of his game but he has bounced back in remarkable fashion. Flawless golf. Was interesting to note he didn't use twitter from before he tee'd off on the first day until last night. During the masters he was all over it. New approach obviously.
great to see mcilroy win, especially after the masters debacle. its a pity garcia couldnt get his putting together, out of all the golfers would love to see him, not only compete for majors again, but win one.
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
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Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
QuoteI actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
+1
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
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Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
I was embarressed when I seen the jester hat! It went downhill from there.
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
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Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
Quote from: AQMP on June 20, 2011, 10:22:35 AM
Quote from: deiseach on June 20, 2011, 09:39:57 AM
Five Majors for Irishmen in the last sixteen outings. At the risk of striking a slightly sour note, it's an indictment of their predecessors will to win that no Irishman won one for 60 years. With McIlroy on the case I doubt we'll be waiting another 60 years.
Now that he's broken the ice I honestly believe that McIlroy can win 7-10 majors.
Yeah, I'd agree with that, six would be good and he really should make that at least. I don't think he'll surpass tiger as despite his putting performance over the last week, it'll always be his achilles heal.
Six Majors would be incredible. Tiger's excellence in recent times has disguised just how difficult it is to win multiple titles.
Quote from: hardstation on June 20, 2011, 11:46:02 AM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:24:49 AM
Quote from: AQMP on June 20, 2011, 10:22:35 AM
Quote from: deiseach on June 20, 2011, 09:39:57 AM
Five Majors for Irishmen in the last sixteen outings. At the risk of striking a slightly sour note, it's an indictment of their predecessors will to win that no Irishman won one for 60 years. With McIlroy on the case I doubt we'll be waiting another 60 years.
Now that he's broken the ice I honestly believe that McIlroy can win 7-10 majors.
Yeah, I'd agree with that, six would be good and he really should make that at least. I don't think he'll surpass tiger as despite his putting performance over the last week, it'll always be his achilles heal.
It will get better?
:D :D apologies HS
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
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Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
Pretty unfair. I'd say most, if not all, golfers represent themselves when they're on the course. I'd surmise that McIlroy has received media advice and he seems to slip easily into the Northern Irish/Irish/British thing depending on who the audience is. I've heard him on the BBC include himself in the Brits high up in the rankings, and I saw him on the Late Late a few months ago talking about how for a small country Ireland punched above its weight in sporting terms. When it comes to the rugby I'd suppose he's Irish. His strategy seems to be call yourself Northern Irish but if someone calls you Irish or British don't get too upset. For such a high profile guy that's probably wise enough?
Forget the flegs for a while and celebrate his skill.
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
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Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
It's his right to do what he wants to do and you nor I have the right to know why he wants to do it. It's about time people got the f**k over things like this.
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on June 20, 2011, 12:03:23 PM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
It's his right to do what he wants to do and you nor I have the right to know why he wants to do it. It's about time people got the f**k over things like this.
People want to know where he stands before going head over heels into his fan club, they are entitled to that also. He is playing all the hands at the different tables at the moment but eventually he will have to decide for things like olympics etc.
Delighted for him yesterday, hope he can win more now.
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
Quote from: Brick Tamlin on June 20, 2011, 12:29:36 PM
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
Well said mate
Quote from: Brick Tamlin on June 20, 2011, 12:29:36 PM
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
+1. Although I'd say you'd need a strong stomach to read the gleeful WE EXIST chorus over at OWC :D
Quote from: spuds on June 20, 2011, 12:23:27 PM
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Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
It's his right to do what he wants to do and you nor I have the right to know why he wants to do it. It's about time people got the f**k over things like this.
People want to know where he stands before going head over heels into his fan club, they are entitled to that also. He is playing all the hands at the different tables at the moment but eventually he will have to decide for things like olympics etc.
Delighted for him yesterday, hope he can win more now.
Seriously?? I couldn't care less if he worships wee pixies in his spare time.
As regards playing all hands, maybe he's playing no hands at all its just who he is??
Quote from: Brick Tamlin on June 20, 2011, 12:29:36 PM
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
Aye I agree, but it would be nice to know if he is Irish or British Irish ;D Especially as one of my N.I. mates is having a field day with the British craic, while I am playing up the Irish milarky, a bit of banter, but much as the British or Scottish debate with Andy Murrey, Mel Gibson - American or Australian, Albert Einstein, German - Swiss - Austrian - American etc. when people are known for good or bad reason people like to know, its just human nature I think.
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AMWhy does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
"All else"?
http://www.thejournal.ie/rory-mcilroy-heads-to-haiti-on-his-first-trip-as-unicef-ambassador-150178-Jun2011/#slide-slideshow2
Which came first, your ignorance or your petty-mindedness? ::)
I'm still thinking about his interview after his collapse at The Masters. After watching that interview I wasn't worried about how it might affect him so it was no surprise that he bounced back so quickly. Make no mistake there is a generation of golfers who lived in the shadow of Woods without winning a major, who will now probably be thinking there will be no major for them now.
The likes of McIlroy, Day, Manasaro, Ishikawa are the future of the majors imho.
And I had him on the Fantasy Golf!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHsU9hfKFfA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHsU9hfKFfA)
Poor Henrik. If we could read his mind then it would be like this
========================================
Angel on Henrik's left shoulder "Yes, lined up, yes, nice swing, yes, keep the head down....."
Swoosh!
Devil on Henrik's right shoulder "Ah feckity feck feck it! I'm gonna break this fecking club...
Angel "No wait! Dont do it. There is millions of people watching you"
Devil "Ah okay"
Angel "Good boy"
Devil "Hey Angel, whats that over there?
Angel looks away.
Devil "Quick Henrik, break that fecking club"
Henrik "Aaaaaaaaaagh!"
Devil "Whoops"
Angel "Well I hope that teaches you a lesson"
Devil "I need Fanny"
Angel "Not now Henrik, not now"
Devil "I dont mean that, I mean our Caddy/Nurse"
Angel "Oh right. Nurse!"
Orior - :D
Quote from: mayogodhelpus@gmail.com on June 20, 2011, 12:41:14 PM
Quote from: Brick Tamlin on June 20, 2011, 12:29:36 PM
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
Aye I agree, but it would be nice to know if he is Irish or British Irish ;D Especially as one of my N.I. mates is having a field day with the British craic, while I am playing up the Irish milarky, a bit of banter, but much as the British or Scottish debate with Andy Murrey, Mel Gibson - American or Australian, Albert Einstein, German - Swiss - Austrian - American etc. when people are known for good or bad reason people like to know, its just human nature I think.
What are ye on about? Did you not realise that Mel Gibson is a Larry?? ::)
Well done Rory after your terrible back nine in Augusta you were magnificent last night.
Down, Ulster, northern Ireland, Ireland, Britain we are all proud of you regardless of whatever flag you stand under.
Well done
Quote from: snoopdog on June 20, 2011, 01:17:38 PM
Well done Rory after your terrible back nine in Augusta you were magnificent last night.
Down, Ulster, northern Ireland, Ireland, Britain we are all proud of you regardless of whatever flag you stand under.
Well done
You forgot Holywood, Europe, the E.U. and surely its the United Kingdom not Britain. I would have thought it was Northern Ireland not northern Ireland.
I am just disgusted that I didn't back him! Multiple majors await him now for sure.
Quote from: mayogodhelpus@gmail.com on June 20, 2011, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on June 20, 2011, 01:17:38 PM
Well done Rory after your terrible back nine in Augusta you were magnificent last night.
Down, Ulster, northern Ireland, Ireland, Britain we are all proud of you regardless of whatever flag you stand under.
Well done
You forgot Holywood, Europe, the E.U. and surely its the United Kingdom not Britain. I would have thought it was Northern Ireland not northern Ireland.
Hey, you also left out his new homes in Enniskillen, Fermanagh and Jumanji (or whatever) Dubai.
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 20, 2011, 01:21:13 PM
I am just disgusted that I didn't back him! Multiple majors await him now for sure.
So am I, especially when I said a few pages back that I'd have a few quid on him.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 20, 2011, 01:51:55 PM
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 20, 2011, 01:21:13 PM
I am just disgusted that I didn't back him! Multiple majors await him now for sure.
So am I, especially when I said a few pages back that I'd have a few quid on him.
Aw fcuk sake Tony - sick one!
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 20, 2011, 02:10:51 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 20, 2011, 01:51:55 PM
Quote from: Doogie Browser on June 20, 2011, 01:21:13 PM
I am just disgusted that I didn't back him! Multiple majors await him now for sure.
So am I, especially when I said a few pages back that I'd have a few quid on him.
Aw fcuk sake Tony - sick one!
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 15, 2011, 01:28:38 PM
I'd have a few quid on McIlroy.
What price was GMac last year?
I'm just glad that he won :) He needs the money more than me.
Quote from: AQMP on June 20, 2011, 11:54:25 AM
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
Pretty unfair. I'd say most, if not all, golfers represent themselves when they're on the course. I'd surmise that McIlroy has received media advice and he seems to slip easily into the Northern Irish/Irish/British thing depending on who the audience is. I've heard him on the BBC include himself in the Brits high up in the rankings, and I saw him on the Late Late a few months ago talking about how for a small country Ireland punched above its weight in sporting terms. When it comes to the rugby I'd suppose he's Irish. His strategy seems to be call yourself Northern Irish but if someone calls you Irish or British don't get too upset. For such a high profile guy that's probably wise enough?
Forget the flegs for a while and celebrate his skill.
True he's probably just trying to be all things to all people. Probably broadens his marketing appeal if nothing else. If he's on the BBC he'll describe himself as British and when I've seen him down south he describes himself as Irish. Fair play to him either way. Some talent.
Quote from: Bogball XV on June 20, 2011, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 11:13:59 AM
Quote from: screenexile on June 20, 2011, 12:35:48 AM
Quote from: thebigfella on June 20, 2011, 12:23:42 AM
Quote from: mikasas on June 20, 2011, 12:18:09 AM
What about him ignoring the tri colour and his da havin the Norn Ireland flag at the ready?
what about who gives a fcuk
Great speak!!
I actually felt embarrassed by the pricks that threw him the tricolour. It was pig ignorant and downright sad if you ask me.
It's done after most sporting events that Ireland do well in, it wouldn't be something I'd do myself, but, there's always a few there happy to throw away the flag they bought and paid for. I don't think there was any malice in it, or that it was a test, they probably just assumed that he'd want it for the pictures.
I thought he handled it badly tbh. He could easily have held the tricolour and the NI flags aloft, Clarkey and Gmac had no problems doing similar and unlike young rory they're prods!! Why does Rory have this mission to promote the state of NI to the exclusion of all else?
Very surprised at your comments here. Rory has obviously alligned himself with Northern Ireland. That is his stance and his to take. Could you imagine the outrage on this board if a golfer from the north had a Northern Ireland flag fired at him when all and sundry knew he didn't want it? Like Seanie I was a bit put off by the tricolour being thrown at him.
It's depressing that this is even a conversation on here.
Poor form throwing the tricolour by those New York jets fans. Sure wee Rory wouldn't recognise an Irish flag if it hit him in the face.
All right, board brothers and sisters, time for today's dumba$$ questions.
I am thrilled that Rory won and so convincingly. Watched all four rounds, but turned off the TV before the presentation. So can anybody tell me what exactly happened between Rory and the Jets fans with the tricolour?
And, sure while I'm at it, and hating to offend, what is Rory's background/affiliation? I always assumed that he was a Protestant unionist, decidedly Northern Ireland, but is he in fact Catholic, as someone suggested in an earlier post?
The answer will in no way intensify or diminish my support for him, but I'm intrigued to see such a high-profile Catholic unionist, one so unashamedly Northern Irish.
The only thing that would dilute my support for him would be to see him traipsing up the Lisburn Road behind a pipe band on the 12th, and even then he'd have to be FTP-ing left right and centre to sour me.
His win is a win for Ireland, like McDowell's and Harrington's before him.
Quote from: Orior on June 20, 2011, 01:13:12 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHsU9hfKFfA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHsU9hfKFfA)
Poor Henrik. If we could read his mind then it would be like this
========================================
Angel on Henrik's left shoulder "Yes, lined up, yes, nice swing, yes, keep the head down....."
Swoosh!
Devil on Henrik's right shoulder "Ah feckity feck feck it! I'm gonna break this fecking club...
Angel "No wait! Dont do it. There is millions of people watching you"
Devil "Ah okay"
Angel "Good boy"
Devil "Hey Angel, whats that over there?
Angel looks away.
Devil "Quick Henrik, break that fecking club"
Henrik "Aaaaaaaaaagh!"
Devil "Whoops"
Angel "Well I hope that teaches you a lesson"
Devil "I need Fanny"
Angel "Not now Henrik, not now"
Devil "I dont mean that, I mean our Caddy/Nurse"
Angel "Oh right. Nurse!"
:D Very good
Quote from: Oraisteach on June 20, 2011, 07:01:05 PM
All right, board brothers and sisters, time for today's dumba$$ questions.
I am thrilled that Rory won and so convincingly. Watched all four rounds, but turned off the TV before the presentation. So can anybody tell me what exactly happened between Rory and the Jets fans with the tricolour?
And, sure while I'm at it, and hating to offend, what is Rory's background/affiliation? I always assumed that he was a Protestant unionist, decidedly Northern Ireland, but is he in fact Catholic, as someone suggested in an earlier post?
The answer will in no way intensify or diminish my support for him, but I'm intrigued to see such a high-profile Catholic unionist, one so unashamedly Northern Irish.
The only thing that would dilute my support for him would be to see him traipsing up the Lisburn Road behind a pipe band on the 12th, and even then he'd have to be FTP-ing left right and centre to sour me.
His win is a win for Ireland, like McDowell's and Harrington's before him.
Perhaps Northern Ireland is no longer, as David Trimble put it, a "cold house for catholics". As such, perhaps young catholics are prepared to sat that is where they are from. This does not mean that they are not Irish. As someone from a unionist background, I am equally as comfortable with Northern Irish, Irish or British. It is not that big a deal. Hence the "His win is a win for Ireland.." comment is a little bit petty.
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Quote from: Oraisteach on June 20, 2011, 07:01:05 PM
All right, board brothers and sisters, time for today's dumba$$ questions.
I am thrilled that Rory won and so convincingly. Watched all four rounds, but turned off the TV before the presentation. So can anybody tell me what exactly happened between Rory and the Jets fans with the tricolour?
And, sure while I'm at it, and hating to offend, what is Rory's background/affiliation? I always assumed that he was a Protestant unionist, decidedly Northern Ireland, but is he in fact Catholic, as someone suggested in an earlier post?
The answer will in no way intensify or diminish my support for him, but I'm intrigued to see such a high-profile Catholic unionist, one so unashamedly Northern Irish.
The only thing that would dilute my support for him would be to see him traipsing up the Lisburn Road behind a pipe band on the 12th, and even then he'd have to be FTP-ing left right and centre to sour me.
His win is a win for Ireland, like McDowell's and Harrington's before him.
Perhaps Northern Ireland is no longer, as David Trimble put it, a "cold house for catholics". As such, perhaps young catholics are prepared to say that is where they are from. This does not mean that they are not Irish. As someone from a unionist background, I am equally as comfortable with Northern Irish, Irish or British. It is not that big a deal. Hence the "His win is a win for Ireland.." comment is a little bit petty.
I think the problem here is that you just can't be all things to all men.
This little debate will become tiresome very soon but it's clear why many people are scratching their heads cos this type of liberalism in a young catholic man from the 6 counties is practically unheard of and another thing Rory can be very proud of although some may like it and some may not...
The guy just wants to play golf, drink lots of beer, make lots of money and probably ride a few women whilst he is doing it all
Fair play to you Rory lad.
I think its class how Clarke is taking the week off to go on the beer with him. Those lads have the life and its refreshing that they can enjoy their good fortune. Some rich and famous folk would make you think you should feel sorry for them for some reason.
Michael, I'm sorry that you think my "win for Ireland" comment petty.
I'm curious what teams you support and why.
My affiliation tends to be geographical. I support Armagh GAA (I played for the county), I support Irish rugby, soccer, golf, etc. (I lived there).
I support the Cleveland Browns/Indians/Cavs and the OSU Buckeyes (lived there too).
There are lots of golfers whose talents I admire and whom I enjoy watching, but I root for Irish golfers, recognizing the island as a whole—McIlroy, McDowell, Harrington, McGinley, Clarke, and so on. Is that so bad?
So, again, Michael, whom do you support?
Any of yous remember watching this back in 1999?
http://www.u.tv/News/Praise-pours-in-for-%E2%80%98proud-Rory/b3482382-9d01-45d8-92b2-ebd8f7b187cd
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 08:52:01 PM
I think its class how Clarke is taking the week off to go on the beer with him. Those lads have the life and its refreshing that they can enjoy their good fortune. Some rich and famous folk would make you think you should feel sorry for them for some reason.
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead :D, congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 20, 2011, 09:01:56 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 08:52:01 PM
I think its class how Clarke is taking the week off to go on the beer with him. Those lads have the life and its refreshing that they can enjoy their good fortune. Some rich and famous folk would make you think you should feel sorry for them for some reason.
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead :D, congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.
Its not just us, Australians like to claim Kiwis. The Brits can't help themselves claiming Irish people, even those from the Republic.
Quote from: mayogodhelpus@gmail.com on June 20, 2011, 09:03:51 PM
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 20, 2011, 09:01:56 PM
Quote from: magpie seanie on June 20, 2011, 08:52:01 PM
I think its class how Clarke is taking the week off to go on the beer with him. Those lads have the life and its refreshing that they can enjoy their good fortune. Some rich and famous folk would make you think you should feel sorry for them for some reason.
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead :D, congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.
Its not just us, Australians like to claim Kiwis. The Brits can't help themselves claiming Irish people, even those from the Republic.
Australians like to claim Kiwis?? Example please. And don't say Robbie Deans, he's made history by being the first Kiwi to arrive in Australia with a job
I'm curious as to why you think he's a bit of a dick? I've been nothing but impressed with him every time I've had occasion to see or hear him. His gesture to Shane Lowry when he won the Irish Open was great, as was his dignified response to his disaster in Augusta, including the photo with Swartzel. His work in Haiti and his interview last night. He seems to be a nice young fella to me, who knows he has a great job and is happy to share the enjoyment of it.
Maybe there's something I don't know about.
It's called jealousy and begrudgery AZ.
Nothing like the old congratulations but,.....
Fair play to him, he has one hell of a career ahead of him in the next 30 years, only 22 ... unreal. And to think his uncle used to kick points for Armagh, irrelevant I know, but true.
Quote from: Oraisteach on June 20, 2011, 08:58:29 PM
Michael, I'm sorry that you think my "win for Ireland" comment petty.
I'm curious what teams you support and why.
My affiliation tends to be geographical. I support Armagh GAA (I played for the county), I support Irish rugby, soccer, golf, etc. (I lived there).
I support the Cleveland Browns/Indians/Cavs and the OSU Buckeyes (lived there too).
There are lots of golfers whose talents I admire and whom I enjoy watching, but I root for Irish golfers, recognizing the island as a whole—McIlroy, McDowell, Harrington, McGinley, Clarke, and so on. Is that so bad?
So, again, Michael, whom do you support?
Not sure about the relevance of what teams I support. If you must know, and this is in no particular order, I support / follow: Glentoran FC, Man United FC, the Northern Ireland football team, the Ireland rugby team and Ulster Rugby.
As for Irish golfers, I too support the golfers you have listed. I also look out for Northern Ireland's Michael Hoey & Gareth Maybin.
Well, Michael, I ask because, like you, I follow teams and players with whom I feel a connection, Armagh GAA being the strongest. I used to be a strong supporter of Man. Utd., before the European Cup win in '68, probably because Irish players seemed to gravitate towards that team, most notably George Best of course. And once I lived in England I headed off to Old Trafford as often as possible.
I'm less of a supporter now because I don't feel that connection.
So, I'm puzzled why you think my "Irish win" comment petty when you yourself probably think Healy's goal against England a high point in your sporting life.
Quote from: Oraisteach on June 20, 2011, 09:38:23 PM
Well, Michael, I ask because, like you, I follow teams and players with whom I feel a connection, Armagh GAA being the strongest. I used to be a strong supporter of Man. Utd., before the European Cup win in '68, probably because Irish players seemed to gravitate towards that team, most notably George Best of course. And once I lived in England I headed off to Old Trafford as often as possible.
I'm less of a supporter now because I don't feel that connection.
So, I'm puzzled why you think my "Irish win" comment petty when you yourself probably think Healy's goal against England a high point in your sporting life.
The reason why I considered your "Irish win" comment a little petty, was because in your same original post you were bemoaning the fact that Rory was happy to be considered Northern Irish. As such, your concluding comment seemed to be a bit of a cheap shot making it clear, that in your opinion in any case, young Rory was in fact Irish as opposed to Northern Irish. As I stated in my original post, I don't think it really matters either way, and as others posting here on this thread have also stated, I don't really think it is any of mine or your business what nationality Rory McIlroy perceives himself to be.
As for your comments about David Healy, ??
Quote from: sammymaguire on June 20, 2011, 08:41:11 PM
I think the problem here is that you just can't be all things to all men.
This little debate will become tiresome very soon but it's clear why many people are scratching their heads cos this type of liberalism in a young catholic man from the 6 counties is practically unheard of and another thing Rory can be very proud of although some may like it and some may not...
The guy just wants to play golf, drink lots of beer, make lots of money and probably ride a few women whilst he is doing it all
Fair play to you Rory lad.
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wouldnt we all :D
Quote from: AZOffaly on June 20, 2011, 09:13:51 PM
I'm curious as to why you think he's a bit of a dick? I've been nothing but impressed with him every time I've had occasion to see or hear him. His gesture to Shane Lowry when he won the Irish Open was great, as was his dignified response to his disaster in Augusta, including the photo with Swartzel. His work in Haiti and his interview last night. He seems to be a nice young fella to me, who knows he has a great job and is happy to share the enjoyment of it.
Maybe there's something I don't know about.
It's fairly obvious from some of his tweets earlier in the year and his comments to Lee Westwood last year that was/is a bit of a dick. Some had the comments down as "banter" but they obviously hit home as cruelly intended. Came across as an arrogant wee p***k but his Twitter output has diminished since Augusta so either he has grown up and found a bit of humility or else a PR savvy person has been working on him.
His personality has improved for the better regardless.
Quote from: Puckoon on June 20, 2011, 09:15:21 PM
It's called jealousy and begrudgery AZ.
Nothing like the old congratulations but,.....
Nothing like the old jealously and begrudgery point just because i think hes a bit of a dick, i dont like his interviews and i dont like what he says and how he says it, just rubs me up the wrong way from day1.. nothing to with begrudgery or jealously. If it was just that wouldnt i think every rich successful person is a dick, puckoon? AZ this came up before and a few of us gave examples, what he said to westwood stands out to me but no point going over negatives again is there, there were plenty of quotes.
As for the Westwood comment - I always understood it was a bit of banter between mates. Himself and Westwood are good mates are they not?
Westwood came out before yesterdays round and a paraphrased comment was something along the lines of "Rory has had leads before". The two appear to be very close, sharing dinner the night before the final round. Previous comments attributed to Rory I would take with a pinch of salt - there is plenty of close to the bone slagging done between friends. I would think it goes both ways.
To describe the kid as a dick in the same sentence as offering congratulations is pretty lame IMO. It's not surprising on here however.
I think it is ridiculous to bring up the whole religious issue after such a momentous occasion .
However, In this newer generation, most of those born in "Northern Ireland" are Northern Irish, its becoming more and more popular as a nationality claimed by the younger people. Perhaps when you look at it, Rory is a catholic, living in a prodominantly protestant area of co.Down and he wouldn't want to lose support from one side of the religious divide in Northern Ireland, therefore he finds that the greatest popularity can be gained from calling himself "Northern Irish".
When it comes to the Olympics question, i honestly think both him and Graeme McDowell will play for Ireland, as they have both come through the GUI (Golfing Union of Ireland), therefore it is an all-ireland approach, played for ulster in the likes of competitions again Connacht, Leinster and Munster. I also think Rory has greater friends down south than he has in the likes of England, Wales and Scotland such as Shane Lowry and Padraig Harrington.
I huge factor, finally could be the fact that both Rors and G-Mac have formally represented Ireland in the Golf World Cup with little speculation.
what were his comments to westwood? missed them
Michael, I was bemoaning nothing in my post, casting no aspersions whatsoever on his unionist leaning. I was simply trying to learn something about the lad. I still haven't learned if he is or is not Catholic. If he is, then it's opening my eyes to a shifting trend in the North--that some Catholics, perhaps many, who knows, see themselves primarily as Northern Irish as opposed to generally Irish.
But isn't Northern Irish, by definition, Irish, by the way?
I'm sorry that I'm not more articulate, but my Healy reference was intended to show that we are all prone to support people from where we come. I see Northern Irish as Irish, as I've just said, hence my support for McIlroy.
So please don't read into my posts meaning that was not intended.
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 20, 2011, 10:29:59 PM
I think it is ridiculous to bring up the whole religious issue after such a momentous occasion .
With all due respect, don't be falling for the simplified myth which claims that the problems in the north of Ireland are about a religious dispute. The lads talking about Rory here generally are not talking about his religion, they are talking about his nationality. The constitutional issue in this part of the world remains important to our people, and they have a right to have strong opinions on it or not, but to simplify it and generalise it all about religion only serves to maintain sectarian mindsets. It would take a bigot to find issue with someone over their religion. Nobody here has thank God.
Quote from: Puckoon on June 20, 2011, 10:29:28 PM
Westwood came out before yesterdays round and a paraphrased comment was something along the lines of "Rory has had leads before". The two appear to be very close, sharing dinner the night before the final round. Previous comments attributed to Rory I would take with a pinch of salt - there is plenty of close to the bone slagging done between friends. I would think it goes both ways.
To describe the kid as a dick in the same sentence as offering congratulations is pretty lame IMO. It's not surprising on here however.
Chubby Chandler is manager to both so wouldn't be shocked at them having dinner together.
Why is having an opinion on someone/something such a bad thing? I think Poulter is a tube but I'd be glad to see him win a Major over some yank (like you :))
What an absolute pile of bollix this thread has turned into. Absolute bollix.
Quote from: Bingo on June 20, 2011, 10:58:56 PM
What an absolute pile of bollix this thread has turned into. Absolute bollix.
Ye, cut out all that sh*t talk about golf
Quote from: Bingo on June 20, 2011, 10:58:56 PM
What an absolute pile of bollix this thread has turned into. Absolute bollix.
Come on Bingo you've been around long enough to know how we roll :D
I was in email contact with the manager of Holywood golf club last week as they were doing a deal on six weeks of group lessons plus one month's full membership after the lessons for £100. Didn't take it because the other people in the group were all men (wanted to find a golfing friend). Wouldn't imagine they will need to run that offer any more!
I was absolutely overjoyed last night when I watched it in the Big Tree after the Take That concert - the place went mad, chants were going, everyone started singing that old Irish victory song "ole ole ole ole". Just lovely.
People forget that Rory is only 22. He might come across as a bit cocky sometimes but if you were 22 and one of the best golfers in the world wouldn't you?
He comes across as very likeable in interviews and seems to be popular with players and fans alike. Compare how US fans have took to him compared with Colin Montgomerie. Remember him giving a ball to a young fella in the crowd after one of his last rounds at Augusta. Fella is a credit to his parents.
After Armaghs performance yesterday, McIlroy winning brightened my day and hopefully it is the 1st of many days to come.
People cribbing about flags etc need to lighten up, they probably didnt enjoy Barry McGuigan winning either.
Quote from: Orangemac on June 20, 2011, 11:28:20 PM
People forget that Rory is only 22. He might come across as a bit cocky sometimes but if you were 22 and one of the best golfers in the world wouldn't you?
He comes across as very likeable in interviews and seems to be popular with players and fans alike. Compare how US fans have took to him compared with Colin Montgomerie. Remember him giving a ball to a young fella in the crowd after one of his last rounds at Augusta. Fella is a credit to his parents.
After Armaghs performance yesterday, McIlroy winning brightened my day and hopefully it is the 1st of many days to come.
People cribbing about flags etc need to lighten up, they probably didnt enjoy Barry McGuigan The Brit winning either.
Fixed.
Quote from: Oraisteach on June 20, 2011, 10:36:56 PM
Michael, I was bemoaning nothing in my post, casting no aspersions whatsoever on his unionist leaning. I was simply trying to learn something about the lad. I still haven't learned if he is or is not Catholic. If he is, then it's opening my eyes to a shifting trend in the North--that some Catholics, perhaps many, who knows, see themselves primarily as Northern Irish as opposed to generally Irish.
But isn't Northern Irish, by definition, Irish, by the way?
I'm sorry that I'm not more articulate, but my Healy reference was intended to show that we are all prone to support people from where we come. I see Northern Irish as Irish, as I've just said, hence my support for McIlroy.
So please don't read into my posts meaning that was not intended.
Fair enough Oraisteach - With respect to "isn't Northern Irish, by definition, Irish", I would have to say yes and no. As stated earlier, myself and I'm sure many more people like me from a unionist background, are happy to be considered Northern Irish, Irish, British whatever. The only problem is that people reared in Northern Ireland (Protestants and catholics alike), like it or not, are reared in a wholly different environment to someone brought up in the Republic. So are they Irish? Yes, but probably not in the exact same way as someone reared in the ROI.
Also, can I and others from a unionist background like me, truly be considered Irish if I don't hold an Irish passport, am not catholic, do no speak Irish and do not follow GAA?
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 20, 2011, 10:49:20 PM
Quote from: Puckoon on June 20, 2011, 10:29:28 PM
Westwood came out before yesterdays round and a paraphrased comment was something along the lines of "Rory has had leads before". The two appear to be very close, sharing dinner the night before the final round. Previous comments attributed to Rory I would take with a pinch of salt - there is plenty of close to the bone slagging done between friends. I would think it goes both ways.
To describe the kid as a dick in the same sentence as offering congratulations is pretty lame IMO. It's not surprising on here however.
Chubby Chandler is manager to both so wouldn't be shocked at them having dinner together. Why is having an opinion on someone/something such a bad thing? I think Poulter is a tube but I'd be glad to see him win a Major over some yank (like you :))
If you are a former world number 1 and some little "dick" has embarrassed you with a few near the knuckle comments on a few occasions - could you be forced to go to dinner with with him, regardless of who you manager is? Id imagine if it was going to happen it'd be down to friendship, and not a shared manager. But I've been wrong before. Twice. Third time is a charm.
G-Mac - the pride of Texas. I can understand him perfectly. :)
Personally I thought Rory was pretty humble after Augusta, and very humble all week and even in victory. First thing he did at the winners circle was take time to congratulate the low amateur.
EDIT: Luke Donald tweeted that he wanted to move to Northern Ireland. G-mac responded that the citizenship request was denied.
Quote from: Puckoon on June 20, 2011, 11:31:47 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on June 20, 2011, 10:49:20 PM
Quote from: Puckoon on June 20, 2011, 10:29:28 PM
Westwood came out before yesterdays round and a paraphrased comment was something along the lines of "Rory has had leads before". The two appear to be very close, sharing dinner the night before the final round. Previous comments attributed to Rory I would take with a pinch of salt - there is plenty of close to the bone slagging done between friends. I would think it goes both ways.
To describe the kid as a dick in the same sentence as offering congratulations is pretty lame IMO. It's not surprising on here however.
Chubby Chandler is manager to both so wouldn't be shocked at them having dinner together. Why is having an opinion on someone/something such a bad thing? I think Poulter is a tube but I'd be glad to see him win a Major over some yank (like you :))
If you are a former world number 1 and some little "dick" has embarrassed you with a few near the knuckle comments on a few occasions - could you be forced to go to dinner with with him, regardless of who you manager is? Id imagine if it was going to happen it'd be down to friendship, and not a shared manager. But I've been wrong before. Twice. Third time is a charm.
G-Mac - the pride of Texas. I can understand him perfectly. :)
Personally I thought Rory was pretty humble after Augusta, and very humble all week and even in victory. First thing he did at the winners circle was take time to congratulate the low amateur.
EDIT: Luke Donald tweeted that he wanted to move to Northern Ireland. G-mac responded that the citizenship request was denied.
He told the amateur "I'm not surprised you're an amateur, you're shit".
Ah - I no longer lip read Norn Iron. I could tell you at 100 paces what GMAC was saying tho.
Freaky how little hes changed. UTV will make a fortune selling that clip!
Quote from: Take Your Points on June 20, 2011, 11:39:56 PM
Check this out (http://sluggerotoole.com/2011/06/20/wee-rory-and-the-washing-machine-priceless/)
Good stuff.
Well done to McIlroy, didnt watch it, but he obviously played some outstanding golf. I would have had my doubts about him winning a major this early in his career, but obvously i know fcuk all about golf then :D.
Anyway you would have to think he is going to figure very strongly over the next few years, and as someone said earlier it would be great to see him and an on song Tiger going head to head on the back nine of a major.
Lastly amatuer golf is an all ireland sport, but obviously the pros can declare to play for N.Ireland, but at the end of the day who really gives a flyin fcuk.
Quote from: Take Your Points on June 20, 2011, 11:39:56 PM
Check this out (http://sluggerotoole.com/2011/06/20/wee-rory-and-the-washing-machine-priceless/)
If ever you get to play Ardglass golf course, there's a fair chance you'll see Gerry Kelly propping up the bar afterwards.
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 21, 2011, 12:21:59 AM
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Is that a catholic plus or a protestant plus?
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If ever you get to play Ardglass golf course, there's a fair chance you'll see Gerry Kelly propping up the bar afterwards.
Ardglass would put the fear of God into you. beautiful and terrible golf course all at the same time.
And fair enough was chatting to Mr Kelly in the bar after the last time I played!
Fair play to him for saying he'll play in the Irish Open this year. Could be the salvation of the tournament
havent been on the board since rorys win and just came onto this thread to read some of the post and by f**k theres some sad pricks on here,how in under god can people not grow up and stop bringing politics in to everything,rory wants to represent everyone and offend no one.
Quote from: isourboydownyet on June 21, 2011, 09:12:14 AM
havent been on the board since rorys win and just came onto this thread to read some of the post and by f**k theres some sad pricks on here,how in under god can people not grow up and stop bringing politics in to everything,rory wants to represent everyone and offend no one.
Same as GMac. I think it was Tubridy brought it up last year in an interview on The Late Late and he refused to be drawn on it. They don't label themselves so it's down to others to do it - British, Irish, Northern Irish, all 3, it doesn't matter?
Rory is a sports profession first and foremost and it's pretty clear he has no interest politics and wants to stay clear of any controversy and in by doing that people still go out of there way to be offended,if a protestant sporting star avoided the union jack boys would be on here saying that there a great fella,the whole flag thing just winds me up.
Quote from: isourboydownyet on June 21, 2011, 09:52:35 AM
Rory is a sports profession first and foremost and it's pretty clear he has no interest politics and wants to stay clear of any controversy and in by doing that people still go out of there way to be offended,if a protestant sporting star avoided the union jack boys would be on here saying that there a great fella,the whole flag thing just winds me up.
Does he support Celtic or Rangers???? Politics should be as far removed from sport as possible. This should apply even more so to individual sport like golf, boxing etc.
I had lecturer at coleraine for sports studies,(who was protestant) a member of the portrush royal, who refused to go the annual dinner dance because they played GSTQ, for the very reason that he felt politics should be kept out of sport.
Quote from: isourboydownyet on June 21, 2011, 09:12:14 AM
havent been on the board since rorys win and just came onto this thread to read some of the post and by f**k theres some sad pricks on here,how in under god can people not grow up and stop bringing politics in to everything,rory wants to represent everyone and offend no one.
First and foremost Rory McIlroy is a credit to his himself and his folks. Over the last two months he has treated disaster and triumph (in that order) both the same.... with perspectve , grace and humility.
Secondly , he is a phenomenal golfer.
Those are two aspects of his character that are most important .
Rory's website ... http://www.rorymcilroy.com/ (http://www.rorymcilroy.com/)
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If ever you get to play Ardglass golf course, there's a fair chance you'll see Gerry Kelly propping up the bar afterwards.
Ardglass would put the fear of God into you. beautiful and terrible golf course all at the same time.
And fair enough was chatting to Mr Kelly in the bar after the last time I played!
I'm not great at golf but managed to play Arglass once, and par'd the hardest hole on the course. Fcuked every other one up but sure......
Great course and the food afterwards was great also. I think you can see Gerry's house from the course
Jesus lads I been reading last couple of days contributions, a few on here have really embarressed themselves!!!
From down here looking up it seems that Rory is New Irish a liberal young man not swayed by an political persuasion. Refeshing to see to be honest, a young man looking forward not back.
Lads we should be celebrating....end of story....I enjoyed McIlroy's win as much as McDowell's and Harrington's (x3)
Couldn't care less what his background is or who he supports..... we don't have to pigeon hole people.
As for Ardglass....very fond memories of a good course, great people, goos stout and great sea food 8)
Courtesy of HoganStand.
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US Open Champion Rory McIlroyNew US Open Champion Rory McIlroy has a strong GAA background.
His uncle Mickey McDonald was a star attacker for Armagh from 1982 to 1987.
From the St. Pauls club in Lurgan, Mickey usually lined out at left half and left full forward.
During this period, Armagh were rated amongst the top teams in the country and were warm favourites for the NFL title in 1983.
The Orchard County had edged out Meath on a 2-8 to 1-7 scoreline in the semi-finals, the opportunist McDonald finishing with a tally of 1-2.
Unfortunately for the men in Saffron, old rivals Down surprised everybody by virtue of a 1-8 to 0-8 final victory, with Mickey McDonald notching one of the Armagh points.
During that League run McDonald struck 1-1 in a famous victory over Kerry in his native Lurgan, while his brace of goals edged Armagh to a 3-4 to 0-9 victory over Mayo.
The St. Pauls club was formed in 1971 to cater for a growing GAA population in Lurgan, also the home of famed Clan na Gael, the first Armagh team to win Ulster Club honours.
Mickey McDonald emerged as a star attacker amongst a host of successful St. Pauls' underage teams and first came to national prominence as a key member of a very talented Armagh minor team, who eventually went under to future All-Ireland champions Down following a replay in 1977.
So, as they say in that part of Armagh, 'Rory just didn't pick it up off the bushes'! That sporting ability and accuracy was always in his genes.
Congratulations Rory.
Quote from: Orior on June 21, 2011, 12:32:32 AM
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 21, 2011, 12:21:59 AM
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Is that a catholic plus or a protestant plus?
That is a ridiculou series of posts mbarrasing stuff, i never once mentioned anything negative regarding mcilroys nationality or religion have come on here looking to be offended and spout yer moral police rubbish that fits in nicely with yere egos, i said i think hes a dick from stuff hes said in the past, I dont have to like to him just because ye or puckoon say so. Ye really need to look at yereselves and read my posts properly, do i really have to bump my post up again... i cant see the releavance on marty clarke and i cant remember what i said tbh, but just goes to show how bitter some of ye are to remember something i siad 3/4 yrs ago..
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead , congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.bumped,maybe when yourreplying to my posts you could quote it in future, i dont have to defend anything i said, just the usual reposts saying i something completely different without quote.
Congratulation to young Rory. I don't care who you played for or what community you align yourself too. You did yourself proud and your family. That's all that is important, especially after collapsing in Augusta a short period ago. You showed yourself to be a true champion, to look for your failings and come back in such a fantastic fashion.
Isn't it any wonder people here and fighting over who "owns" you? ;)
The BBC are now claiming you as their's now too ;)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-13838432 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-13838432)
Rory McIlroy - its like the scene from Braveheart where the Lords argue over where his allegiences lie after his first battle victory over the English.
Quote from: ziggysego on June 21, 2011, 02:23:15 PM
Isn't it any wonder people here and fighting over who "owns" you? ;)
Success has many parents but failure is an orphan. Sure didn't we all see the dour, stubborn Prod / feckless, lazy Taig [delete as applicable] in him at Augusta?
Have always liked Rory, a few of my friends are big into their golf and would have played against him before he made it big, unfortunately being from Lurgan their golf aspirations were hindered by a certain tonic wine...
Besides the point, if I have to have one criticism of Rory, it has to be that God-awful hairpiece! He's lucky he has his millions for he wouldn't pull otherwise!
Quote from: Brick Tamlin on June 20, 2011, 12:29:36 PM
Why would people want to know where he stands before joining his fan club?
Thats tosh. I couldnt care less if he were catholic, protestant, black, yella, jewish, hindu whatever the fcuk...he is an excellent golfer and comes across as a well-mannered decent guy. He is a good role model for young kids and aspiring golfers. Why do we need to bring politics, flags, religion and bullshit into this discussion.
ehh he did.compare him to Barry McGuigan
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 21, 2011, 01:18:52 PM
Quote from: Orior on June 21, 2011, 12:32:32 AM
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 21, 2011, 12:21:59 AM
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Is that a catholic plus or a protestant plus?
That is a ridiculou series of posts mbarrasing stuff, i never once mentioned anything negative regarding mcilroys nationality or religion have come on here looking to be offended and spout yer moral police rubbish that fits in nicely with yere egos, i said i think hes a dick from stuff hes said in the past, I dont have to like to him just because ye or puckoon say so. Ye really need to look at yereselves and read my posts properly, do i really have to bump my post up again... i cant see the releavance on marty clarke and i cant remember what i said tbh, but just goes to show how bitter some of ye are to remember something i siad 3/4 yrs ago..
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead , congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.bumped,maybe when yourreplying to my posts you could quote it in future, i dont have to defend anything i said, just the usual reposts saying i something completely different without quote.
You seem to be having this issue on a lot of threads though.....
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on June 21, 2011, 12:54:57 PM
Courtesy of HoganStand.
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US Open Champion Rory McIlroyNew US Open Champion Rory McIlroy has a strong GAA background.
His uncle Mickey McDonald was a star attacker for Armagh from 1982 to 1987.
From the St. Pauls club in Lurgan, Mickey usually lined out at left half and left full forward.
During this period, Armagh were rated amongst the top teams in the country and were warm favourites for the NFL title in 1983.
The Orchard County had edged out Meath on a 2-8 to 1-7 scoreline in the semi-finals, the opportunist McDonald finishing with a tally of 1-2.
Unfortunately for the men in Saffron, old rivals Down surprised everybody by virtue of a 1-8 to 0-8 final victory, with Mickey McDonald notching one of the Armagh points.
During that League run McDonald struck 1-1 in a famous victory over Kerry in his native Lurgan, while his brace of goals edged Armagh to a 3-4 to 0-9 victory over Mayo.
The St. Pauls club was formed in 1971 to cater for a growing GAA population in Lurgan, also the home of famed Clan na Gael, the first Armagh team to win Ulster Club honours.
Mickey McDonald emerged as a star attacker amongst a host of successful St. Pauls' underage teams and first came to national prominence as a key member of a very talented Armagh minor team, who eventually went under to future All-Ireland champions Down following a replay in 1977.
So, as they say in that part of Armagh, 'Rory just didn't pick it up off the bushes'! That sporting ability and accuracy was always in his genes.
Congratulations Rory.
Completely disgusted by this - Armagh don't play in Saffron.
I saw the flag bouncing off his shoulder on Sunday night (which I presume he didn't see or it was removed by a security man) and I just knew this would make a discussion for some eejits.
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 21, 2011, 01:18:52 PM
Quote from: Orior on June 21, 2011, 12:32:32 AM
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 21, 2011, 12:21:59 AM
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Is that a catholic plus or a protestant plus?
That is a ridiculou series of posts mbarrasing stuff, i never once mentioned anything negative regarding mcilroys nationality or religion have come on here looking to be offended and spout yer moral police rubbish that fits in nicely with yere egos, i said i think hes a dick from stuff hes said in the past, I dont have to like to him just because ye or puckoon say so. Ye really need to look at yereselves and read my posts properly, do i really have to bump my post up again... i cant see the releavance on marty clarke and i cant remember what i said tbh, but just goes to show how bitter some of ye are to remember something i siad 3/4 yrs ago..
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead , congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.bumped,maybe when yourreplying to my posts you could quote it in future, i dont have to defend anything i said, just the usual reposts saying i something completely different without quote.
I'm not going to go and search for a post that is a couple of years old, but I specifically know you expressed the fact you were "disappointed" that Clarke wrote "NI" on his arm as you assumed it meant the Norn Iron Saccer team.
The relevance is, as pointed out above, this isn't the first time you've expressed such narrow minded opinions on one of our country's top young stars based on their allegiances.
Quote from: AZOffaly on June 20, 2011, 09:13:51 PM
I'm curious as to why you think he's a bit of a dick? I've been nothing but impressed with him every time I've had occasion to see or hear him. His gesture to Shane Lowry when he won the Irish Open was great, as was his dignified response to his disaster in Augusta, including the photo with Swartzel. His work in Haiti and his interview last night. He seems to be a nice young fella to me, who knows he has a great job and is happy to share the enjoyment of it.Maybe there's something I don't know about.
+1
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 10:24:03 PM
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 21, 2011, 01:18:52 PM
Quote from: Orior on June 21, 2011, 12:32:32 AM
Quote from: Eire2010 on June 21, 2011, 12:21:59 AM
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 12:06:27 AM
Some of the talk on this thread is embarrassing.
From what I know of him, McIloy is a likable, down to earth, all round nice guy. He appears to like nothing better than coming home and hanging out with his mates in the Belfast spots any other 22 year old would go to. Who gives a toss about his politics or allegiance?
Sligonian, I remember you had a problem with Marty Clarke writing NI for "Northern Ireland" on his arm during his Collingwood tenure so forgive me if I, or anybody else, cares a damn what you think.
+1
Is that a catholic plus or a protestant plus?
That is a ridiculou series of posts mbarrasing stuff, i never once mentioned anything negative regarding mcilroys nationality or religion have come on here looking to be offended and spout yer moral police rubbish that fits in nicely with yere egos, i said i think hes a dick from stuff hes said in the past, I dont have to like to him just because ye or puckoon say so. Ye really need to look at yereselves and read my posts properly, do i really have to bump my post up again... i cant see the releavance on marty clarke and i cant remember what i said tbh, but just goes to show how bitter some of ye are to remember something i siad 3/4 yrs ago..
+1 Fair play to Clarke some sessions ahead , congrats to rory, i still think hes a bit of dick but what he did over the last weekend was phenonmenal, i thought he'd blow it but credit where its due it showed some balls to win after only 17 days since Augusta, Its great to see the older players rallying round him too wanting to share his triumph.
When i saw the Tri colour being thrown i cringed tbh, its an Irish thing once theres international success we try claim him/her if theres a doubt of nationality. Let him be who he wants to be.bumped,maybe when yourreplying to my posts you could quote it in future, i dont have to defend anything i said, just the usual reposts saying i something completely different without quote.
I'm not going to go and search for a post that is a couple of years old, but I specifically know you expressed the fact you were "disappointed" that Clarke wrote "NI" on his arm as you assumed it meant the Norn Iron Saccer team.
The relevance is, as pointed out above, this isn't the first time you've expressed such narrow minded opinions on one of our country's top young stars based on their allegiances.
Explain to me and to everyone how my above post is narrow minded based on my allegiance?
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 21, 2011, 11:22:24 PM
Explain to me and to everyone how my above post is narrow minded based on my allegiance?
I didn't once mention your allegiance, which frankly, I don't care about.
What I described as narrow-minded is the fact that your opinion of both McIlroy and Clarke is to some extent defined by their allegiances.
From todays NY Daily news;
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What a stupid cartooon. Surely Rory would say "nae bother"
Quote from: gallsman on June 21, 2011, 11:25:26 PM
Quote from: SLIGONIAN on June 21, 2011, 11:22:24 PM
Explain to me and to everyone how my above post is narrow minded based on my allegiance?
I didn't once mention your allegiance, which frankly, I don't care about.
What I described as narrow-minded is the fact that your opinion of both McIlroy and Clarke is to some extent defined by their allegiances.
Why am i such a big fan of mcdowell then seems as he is a NI protestant, why do i like westwood and poulter, 2 English Players? My opinion on McIlroy is based on what hes said over the yrs nothing more, you can keep spouting lies to suit your own agenda, you clearly have a chip on your shoulder since my clarke comments, i would say ive changed as a person last 3/4 yrs since i said that, in that i dont really give a shit what his allegiance is or mcllroys, hes a fine footballer and unreal golfer. If saying McIlroy should be whoever he wants to be, is narrow minded then maybe you need to look up its definition. I would say im open minded and my post clearly reflects that.
Perhaps like you Sligonian, Rory has changed a bit and shouldn't be judged by a few ill-spoken comments? He comes across as a very sound lad and someone that carries himself well.
2nd best moment of the open:
McIlroy lookin over and finding his da in the crowd, just before his final shot.
Best moment of the open:
When Freddy Jacobsen four-putted for double bogey, the commentators and crowd fell silent; Freddy lifted the ball, punched the air and shouted yo!! with a big smile on his face. Crowd went mad.
It was priceless, and the best I have seen at handling disappointment under pressure - if only some more of these sports-stars could learn to laugh at themselves, not mentioning anyone, (sourpuss Murray)