U-S-A!

Solheim Cup's in progress this week and you could watch the event live via TheGolfChannel.com Which brings me to this...

Who let this fan out? Not that I'm not patriotic or rooting for the US, but this is just asking to get clowned on...YIKES

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Can You Feel the Buzz at Hazeltine? Chicks, Cigars, and Eyesores

It's been a while since I updated but in honor of this week's final Major, thought I'd spice up the event with some Perez-Hilton-like chatter and share some thoughts.

Like many golf fans around the world, I enjoy every aspect of the Major and golf tournaments in general. I mean...everything! From the Pro-Ams to even the practice sessions on the range, the auxiliary events of a tournament have become a true spectacle. Recently, Geoff Oglivy commented on his Twitter account (@geoffogilvy) regarding such sightings. Ogilvy tweeted during his warm-up that, "There is so many people out here early its incredible. Tiger really has changed the way people watch practice days."

With throngs of fanatics soaking up every moment of the Major, I'm sure many have taken notice to some interesting sights- some good and one in particular that's just downright wrong (Hint: fashion malfunction). Enjoy and feel free to share your thoughts :)

(1) Guess working with Blake Griffin's trainer paid off in the end ;) Here's a pic of AK's latest "companion". Kind of looks like Tiger’s wife with those shades.

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(2) John Daly's latest sponsor...Mickey D's? Isn't this guy supposed to be eating healthier after getting the lap-band procedure done? I'm blaming the BigMac & supersized fries for his disastrous 88

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(3) At the Champions Dinner, Paddy and Co. took this group picture for the media. While Tiger and the other champs dressed in their finest attire, Vijay looks like he's wearing something out of Miami Vice. Bad call Mr. Singh (but if you ever decide to offer $500,000 to me like you did for the crook Allen Stanford, then I'll gladly change my opinion).

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(4) Latin Angels Unite! The Irishman's luck runs out this year and the Latin powerhouses will do well this year. Angel "El Pato" Cabrera has plenty of distance off the tee and his game's completely fearless (remember how he just tore up Oakmont with his grip-it-and-rip-it style?). And my other pick goes to the "Most Interesting Man in the World" [coined by ESPN's Jason Sobel via Twitter @JasonSobel]. No...it's not the Dos Equis guy (although he'd probably win with only a putter in his bag in typical Chuck Norris fashion) but I'm talking about Miguel Angel Jimenez! I know it's a strange pick but his recent play at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational (T-6 on a notoriously long Par 70 Firestone CC) proves that he can hang with the big boys. If there's a shot at the Major, this is the one for Jimenez.

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The 2009 Open at Turnberry

Picture says it all. It was fun while it lasted Tom. Thanks for the memories...

Source: Associated Press

Brian Weir: A Hacking Hero

So you think you had a bad day on the course? Well...after this video you might reconsider.

Meet Brian Weir: an amateur golfer who truly loves the game of golf despite his struggles. Even though this man will never break 100, he continues to play top courses around the nation and manages to keep a smile on his face.

In 2005, The Golf Channel and Golf Digest teamed up to find "The World's Worst Golf Swing" and guess who won? Thanks for the laughs and keeping things in perspective. After all...golf's just a game.

Where Amazing Really Happens

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Tiger's shot sequence on the 11th hole (Par 5)- Memorial 2009

(1) Tee Shot: Tiger hits his best drive of the week, launching it 320+ yards and down the middle of the fairway

(2) Going for Green: Most players on Tour have the distance to carry their second shot onto the green, but only few will be ballsy enough to attempt this. You don't want to leave your ball long or on the backside of the green but this is where Tiger's 3-Wood fade lands

(3) THE Flop: AKA "The hardest shot in golf" and what does Tiger do? Makes it look too easy...

Haney Project 2: The Sequel?

After this latest video of Chuck's horrendous swing, Golf Channel might have to consider a Season 2...

Los Angeles Golf's Hidden Gem

Anyone living in the metropolitan area knows that life can get a bit chaotic- and this especially applies to LA residents. I've been living in Los Angeles all my life but it's been pretty recent since I actually lived in the heart of the city. You know...among the cars, towers and unwelcome smog.

Besides the minor cons of city life, I can't really complain much. The hussle-bussle and constant grinding-attitude of the city keeps you upbeat and alive. And the food...ahh yes...the food...AMAZING!

BUT...there seems to be one major problem for the golf-addicts of this city- where do we practice? 

In times of recession and economic turmoil, gas isn't cheap and many don't have the time and money to drive out to courses which are often located out in distant suburbia. But have no fear, technology saves us again! 

If you haven't been to MAJESTIC GOLF on Vermont and Melrose, it's quite the experience. Located near the Koreatown District of Los Angeles and minutes from the Melrose shopping strip, this high-tech indoor facility features many practice amenities that resemble Asia's top city ranges. My personal favorites are the automatic-ball-tee'ers and digital ball counter!

Most of the patrons that come here are Korean-Americans so don't be surprised to hear occasional foreign music consisting of the latest ballads and pop songs. Also, upstairs there's a legitimate cafe that offers more than just drinks (i.e., Korean and Chinese cuisine, deli sandwiches, coffee, etc). While this facility does conveniently cater to the Korean-American community with such features, by no means are they segregationists and they welcome everyone!

Another great feature about Majestic Golf is their affiliation with the Asian golf industry. Not only do they hold the latest American name brands (i.e., TaylorMade, Titleist, Nike, etc), their inventory also consists of Japanese products that are a hard find in the states (i.e., Honma, S-Yard, Mizuno, etc.)

For those seeking a practice range within the city or just want to ditch lunch to hit a bucket of balls, Majestic Golf on Melrose is one place you must check out!

Images Source: Flickr and Google