The Open 2025.

[Orikoru]

Why? What’s obnoxious or unpleasant about him? Just cos he’s not a media darling like Spieth, Rory or JT??

No-one flukes an Open win, and not two Open wins

Just horrible to watch with his constant 25 twitches and waggles before hitting the poxy thing. Also that stuff about his hunting hobby came out, which put him right down in most people's estimation.

 

[Imurg]

He should be nicknamed Twitch.....

 

[Arthur Wedge]

Why? What’s obnoxious or unpleasant about him? Just cos he’s not a media darling like Spieth, Rory or JT??

No-one flukes an Open win, and not two Open wins

Guess it’s because he is very slow , monotonous in his actions , aimpoint etc

 

[TigerTime]

Why? What’s obnoxious or unpleasant about him? Just cos he’s not a media darling like Spieth, Rory or JT??

No-one flukes an Open win, and not two Open wins

He plays a very, very slow methodical and precise game. Zero charisma. He's openly into bow hunting - which is a big no no over here of course.

 

[Burnsey]

Rain making a difference now.

 

[Springveldt]

Why?

https://www.tiktok.com/video/7347442813379956011

 

[Backache]

Good to see Harman up there, previous champion and such an exciting golfer.

 

[Captainron]

Hunting is not a problem. It’s his blooming waggles. No wonder they have given him the nickname of fidget ……

 

[TigerTime]

Scheffler has moved up a gear. This might be over. Congrats Scottie.

 

[Doon frae Troon]

Me on Thursday morning....This course is set up for a Brian Harman win
Me tonight,,,,,,there you go, what did I tell you

Lady Doon [the only non golfer in the family]
You of all people should know that whoever leads the Open after 36 holes never wins.

 

[JonnyGutteridge]

I’ve said it before about Scottie, he feels inevitable at times. He seems to have a brilliant habit of just lurking somewhere in the top 10, throughout almost every tournament.

 

[evemccc]

He plays a very, very slow methodical and precise game. Zero charisma. He's openly into bow hunting - which is a big no no over here of course.

LOL…

If charisma is the issue, explain the depths and breadth of Tiger Woods’ charisma, or Koepka’s?

‘Methodical and precise’ — sounds like Faldo and Tiger….two ultra successful golfers

Hardly ‘flamboyant’, like for example, Mickelson, but methodical and grinding and successful - like Faldo and Woods

 

[Swango1980]

LOL…

If charisma is the issue, explain the depths and breadth of Tiger Woods’ charisma, or Koepka’s?

‘Methodical and precise’ — sounds like Faldo and Tiger….two ultra successful golfers

Hardly ‘flamboyant’, like for example, Mickelson, but methodical and grinding and successful - like Faldo and Woods

Some people don't need to speak, they just have an aura and charisma about them. Charisma isn't simply whether the person is funny or an all round nice guy.

I'm not sure Koepka has many big fans in fairness. Tiger was one of the greatest sports people of all time, a marketing dream, and that all helps in the charismatic front. And it was exciting watching him play golf. He certainly didn't play the game like Harman, or even Faldo.

No idea what Harman is like as a person. He might be lovely. He might be hilarious. He could be a great person to go out to the pub with. But golfing wise, he is boring. And there doesn't seem to me much charisma about him that bounces off the screen.

Probably why we only ever hear about him when he is at the top of the leaderboard. Otherwise, he probably never gets a mention. Simply, nobody cares.

 

[Swango1980]

Speaking of dull golfers, just noticed Fitzpatrick is now top of the leaderboard.

I guess links golf benefits those with robotic minds.

Actually, I'll hold judgement on that. Just seen Hatton is on the top page of leaderboard

 

[Lord Tyrion]

Speaking of dull golfers, just noticed Fitzpatrick is now top of the leaderboard.

I guess links golf benefits those with robotic minds.

Actually, I'll hold judgement on that. Just seen Hatton is on the top page of leaderboard

Links courses are not for the bombers. I know Fitzpatrick has added length but he still isn't one of the longest, nor is Harmon. These courses bring other players into the equation, those who are stronger in other areas. I like that, mixes things up

 

[Burnsey]

A bit off topic, but McIntyre spat earlier and just now Lowry told the ball to F Off after a poor tee shot and the commentators apologised and then went on about it for 5 minutes - Bob's mum would be disgusted, Shane is under pressure etc.

Right to do, or just move on and let viewers forget?

Guess the channel are covering complaints, but wondered what we all thought.

 

[Billysboots]

A bit off topic, but McIntyre spat earlier and just now Lowry told the ball to F Off after a poor tee shot and the commentators apologised and then went on about it for 5 minutes - Bob's mum would be disgusted, Shane is under pressure etc.

Right to do, or just move on and let viewers forget?

Guess the channel are covering complaints, but wondered what we all thought.

As regards the swearing, broadcasting standards require TV channels to apologise for it. If they don’t, they get quite hefty fines.

 

[sunshine]

LOL…

If charisma is the issue, explain the depths and breadth of Tiger Woods’ charisma, or Koepka’s?

‘Methodical and precise’ — sounds like Faldo and Tiger….two ultra successful golfers

Hardly ‘flamboyant’, like for example, Mickelson, but methodical and grinding and successful - like Faldo and Woods

You’re revealing some very strange biases here

 

[sunshine]

Roasting hot in London, 32 degrees when I got home at 5pm. It’s been like this for weeks. Parks and gardens burnt yellow. Somewhat surreal then to switch on the Open and see everyone huddled under umbrellas looking cold.

I can’t believe this is live and in the UK.

 

[garyinderry]

Roasting hot in London, 32 degrees when I got home at 5pm. It’s been like this for weeks. Parks and gardens burnt yellow. Somewhat surreal then to switch on the Open and see everyone huddled under umbrellas looking cold.

I can’t believe this is live and in the UK.

If you've ever wondered why ireland is so green. This is it. This is our summer