Kenny Perry finally dispatched Charlie Hoffman on the 3rd playoff hole to win the FBR Open. It was Perry's 13th career PGA victory. Perry announced earlier this year that his goal was to win 20 PGA events, which would gain him a lifetime exemption. Perry's been great at goal setting of late. His 2008 goal was to make the US Ryder Cup squad.
Perry had bogeyed the 18th in regulation to set up the playoff. Neither player seemed to want the win as they both bogeyed 18 to open the extra holes. That followed with both of them parring the 2nd playoff hole, the 10th, setting the stage for Perry's victorious 22 foot putt on 17. Kevin Na finished in solo 3rd after missing an 8 foot putt on 18 in regulation that would have added him to the playoff.
Early on the back nine there was a four way tie for the lead at -13. One by one the pretenders fell off with the exception of Hoffman. He and Perry finished regulation at -14, followed by Na at -13, then David Toms and James Nitties knotted at -12. There was a four way tie for 6th at -11 consisting of Ryan Moore, Matt Kuchar, Brian Gay, and Scott Piercy. Full field scores.
I like the 16th hole and the animal fans. It wouldn't work anywhere else, but here it fits. The crowd a crazies was decidedly smaller today as the Super Bowl stole some fans. It characterizes this tournament and the flavor spills out all over the venue. Too bad they can't attract a better field, and too bad Phil missed the cut.
*Average Golfer aside....Just started watching Springsteen's halftime show at the Super Bowl. I've never been a huge Springsteen fan, but why the sell out? Ain't he got enough money? By the way, I think he left his voice on the bus.
Til' next,
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Kenny Perry Outduels Young Guns at FBR.
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I was really glad to see Perry win this. He gave Hoffman too many chances and Hoffman gave Perry too many chances, but in the end, Perry made the putt that counted. This is going to prove to a lot of people that Perry's goal of 20 wins is actually achievable. A couple side notes, Phil needs to step it up, I agree. Springstein needs to quit, I agree. And the 16th at Scottsdale is the greatest hole in golf.
ReplyDeleteHappy to see Perry pull it off. Met him before Memorial last year--super nice to the kids. I don't know who I am more disappointed in Punxsutawney Phil or Phil Mickelson.
ReplyDeleteWannabe,
ReplyDeleteWell, maybe not the greatest. 18th at Pebble, among others, comes to mind. Certainly one the most unique.
Heather,
ReplyDeleteMore disappointed in Mickelson. Doesn't that woodchuck always see his shadow with all those camera lights?
My point exactly! Did you read my "Phil's a Phraud post?" ;o)
ReplyDelete-Watched the SuperBowl with my 10-year old. I'm with you on Springsteen. I had to explain too much about why people liked him... At least the live audience seemed to be having a good time!
ReplyDeleteKenny Perry is a money player and it will be a shame when he has to be relegated to the Champions Tour. He's been smoking hot since last season.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that Kenny Perry has won the golf tournament. He deserves it. I watched FBR Open live on TV.
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I missed the final round, glad for Perry, Kevin Na didn't disappoint me on my picks.
ReplyDeleteFootsteps,
ReplyDeletePerhaps Bruce had a cold, but I think it was less cold and more old.
Goods,
ReplyDeleteKenny's still one of the longest hitters out there. You may see him on the regular tour past 50.
Thanks for the look.
gloves,
ReplyDeleteWell he did deserve it seeing he had the lowest score and all.
Thanks for the visit!
Nitegator,
ReplyDeleteNa looked great tee to green. Putter deserted him.
Thank you for the comment.