It looks like the AT&T National, which is being played this week at Aronimink near Newtown Square, is going to be a fabulous success. I think it’s pretty obvious that the participation of golf’s biggest star, Tiger Woods, is a key factor in that success.
Aronimink is a wonderful golf course, which seems to be set up at almost U.S. Open conditions. A few guys were 4 under today, but many didn’t break par. The weather was perfect. The fans were abundant, well mannered, enthusiastic, and happy. My impression is that the tourney is as well managed as any I’ve been to.
Tiger and PGA commissioner Tim Finchem have both made statements touting the Philadelphia region as a great place for a tour spot. It has been a shame that there has not been a regular tour event in Philly since the days of the IVB golf classic at Whitemarsh in the early ‘80s. Philly is a great sports town, and a great golf town, so I am hoping that a success this week will convince the powers that be to bring the tour here every year.
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