Nick Wright previews this weekend's clash between York City Knights and Hull FC
Alex Reid looks at whether the once ever-present appearance of English clubs in the later stages of the Champions League is set to become a thing of the past
Craig Dobson looks at QPR's decision to sack Neil Warnock and replace him with Mark Hughes
James Tompkinson reviews an excellent pre-season victory for the York City Knights against Yorkshire rivals Leeds Rhinos
Tiger Woods
Apparently, he’s not had the best of years, and Tiger’s been performing well below par (ahahaha) since his comeback. That said, only he and Jack Nicklaus have, over 100 years, won the thing twice at St. Andrews, and where there’s a record to be held, Tiger Woods is usually sniffing around. If he can remember not to leave the Tiger in the dog house this time, this Open could be the back door that allows Mr. Woods to sneak back to greatness.
Justin Rose
After an odd career that has seen the often exhilarating Justin Rose rise to 12th in the world rankings (number 1 in Britain) but fail to qualify for the recent US Open Championship, the South African (who represents Britain, hello cricket fans) has been drawn as Tiger Woods’ playing partner. God knows what their conversations will involve, but Rose’s first ever Open at St. Andrews should see him build on blistering form this year and make the leaderboard, with a bit of luck.
Ernie Els
Alongside the title of Fastest Milkman in the West, Ernie has racked up the titles this year and is in hot form. Maybe in hot pants as well, who knows? Is it time for the South African (representing South Africa) to match his 2002 victory at Muirfield?
Stewart Cink
Another media publication, not The Yorker, called him ‘Stewart Stink’ after he defeated old favourite Tom Watson in last year’s playoff to win the Open, but you can’t blame the guy. The reigning champ is unlikely to repeat the feat; a tough field will most probably see him struggle to make the top 10.
Ian Poulter
He made anti-Semitic comments on Twitter, he claims that when he’s on top of his game he and Tiger are in a league of their own and the rest can’t compete, and he’s yet to win a major. Something about Ian Poulter doesn’t quite add up, and I’m not talking about his flamboyant pink golfing attire. Perhaps 2010 is the year when he carves out a proper identity for himself as a winner. He’s my tip to lift the Claret Jug anyway.
Someone on Fighting Talk once described Ian Poulter as "a ridiculous person". Now it just pops into my head when anyone mentions him and always makes me have a wee laugh to myself.
that's happening to me now
Sensible predictions... Perhaps too predictable. Tiger might win and Cink probably won't do well. Hats off for tipping Poulter, you're a braver man than me!! Where did he finish again? :p
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