Exactly Pent.....Mickelson admits that he plays better when he is paired with Tiger or Tiger is in the field, let's all remember, no matter what the reason, Phil hasn't shown up since this week except a couple of time in the last 2 years.  AND, how does that happen with his arthritis that he annihilates the field at Pebble when that has always been difficult for him, at 41 no less.  It just happened to be his day and as Tiger or anyone that actually plays golf knows, if you have ever had to change a swing due to injury - and I have (8 handicap), it isn't going to happen overnight.  He is going through the phases, get in play, stabilize the approach, pitching and chipping follows and then he can really focus on his putting.  Let's not forget, no matter the reason or who is at fault, this man has been run through the wringer for over 2 years now, physically and emotionally.  He is changing his swing to lenghten his years and again, anyone that plays golf knows, changing mucscle memory doesn't happen overnight.  He has tackeled his drive, is much more consistent on the approach, has most of his short game and can now move onto the putter.  AND, let's not forget, he has been in the running for the Masters since 2009 both times.....he'll find it and if you don't play golf you can't get it.  I have been unable to play for 4 years due to injuries/surgeries and a 8 handicap - aint too bad - but when I was finally able to play again, it was like I was a beginner.  Everyone needs to give the guy a break and just wait!  With all due respect!

Corporate will find you cheeta, your drivel is boring!  So, if you are so knowledgeable about golf, why don't you educate those that you say "know nothing" of golf?  If it is embarrassing, it is only embarrassing to you.  Please, whoever you are now, do tell of your expertise!   You are a coward, you have never answered my questions before, I don't expect you too now so REPORTED AND IGNORED!

doubleT,

i agree with part of what you said.   Tiger did not choke.

Tiger is not a choker!

but he got beat by Phil Mickelson.   plain and simple.

i do have optimism about Tiger's game coming around, though.

because it is coming around.   it just takes time.

i just think we are very surprised when we have seen him

play so well lately, and then does not take the W.

but one thing i still have not heard from Tiger yet.....  and that

is that he has accomplished his goals.  

and i believe this time, we may not even hear him say it

verbally.   but we will definitely hear his clubs shout it

across the face of the globe!!!

like Tida said.   "let your clubs do the talking."

and i believe his clubs are gonna have a lot to say!

:-)

Thanks for covering my back yesterday!!!!!  I wasn't giving in to those Trolls and letting them take whatever joy we get out of watching Tiger play!!!

KD,

:-)

you r welcome, bud!!!   :-)
can't wait for the next one.

those trolls don't know how
to enjoy life and they don't
want anyone else to enjoy
it either.

lol !!!

poor things.    ;-)

:-)

I understand that, but there is still a lot of cause for optimism. Until last November, we were lucky if Tiger could put back-to-back solid rounds together. Since then, all that's missing is that 1 round. Saturday in Australia and Sunday in Abu Dhabi and at Pebble.

The Match Play may be just what Tiger needs. All he has to focus on is one opponent at a time.

Phil was just a machine yesterday. If he gave Tiger any sliver of hope, Tiger probably would have gotten himself back into it, but coming down the stretch, Tiger knew he was down and became disengaged mentally.

YEAH! Glad he is playing.