The Open 2008

The best golfers in the world (bar the World Number 1, you know who!) descend on Royal Birkdale this week for The Open.

So, Tiger is out and reigning champion Padraig Harrington has a wrist injury...so who has a realistic chance to win?

Well, the player favoured by the bookmakers is Sergio Garcia. Its not often the favorite wins (unless it is Tiger!) but Sergio performed well last year just missing out to Padraig and he is definitely still playing very well now. His improved putting has made a big difference and, should he triumph on Sunday, I think he will be a very popular winner.


If you want to learn more about the history of this prestigious trophy check out "A brief history of the Claret Jug"

Scottish Open

The Scottish Open, played at Loch Lomond golf course always provides a great watching experience. It has been played at Loch Lomond since 1996, just a few years after the course was opened for play, and continues to attract some of the best golfers in the world.


Loch Lomond golf course is a challenge for all players, and the pros have to play the course at its full length of 7100 yards with a Par 71 target.

The course record is held by Retief Goosen from South Africa, with a 9 under par 62.

The course was designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish and is rated in the Top 100 courses in the world.

The Scottish Open provides the last qualifying entry to The Open which is played the following week. There is always a world class field and this year is no exception.

To find out more about Loch Lomond golf course click here