Open 2008 betting guide
This week, all eyes are on Birkdale as the golfing world heads to the Southport course for the 137th Open Championship. GM betting guru Paul Krishnamurty has been in terrific form this season, and he tips Jim Furyk, Geoff Ogilvy and Justin Leonard to perform strongly.
Havret Watch - Tuesday
The Golf Monthly team have spotted French star Grégory Havret a few times since arriving in Southport and they like what they've seen.
Open groupings and tee times for the first 2 rounds.
The official draw for the first two days of the Open has been announced. Australian Craig Parry will get the tournament underway at 6.30 am on thursday morning, whilst Padraig Harrington will begin the defence of his title at 7.58am, and he will play alongside former champions Justin Leonard and Ernie Els.
Harrington ready to go
Padraig has reluctantly handed back the Claret Jug ahead of the 2008 Championship, but hopes it will only be with the R&A for temporary short-term safekeeping. Not that he's getting too bogged down in the notion of a solid title defence...
Tony Jacklin presented with major award
The former Open Champion, US Open Champion and Ryder Cup hero as player and European Team Captain, was presented with the Foundation's 'Spirit of Golf Award' on Monday, to recognise his inspiration and contribution for youngsters to take up the game
Sports Marketing Surveys release 2008 Open guide.
Sports Marketing Surveys have released their statistical guide for the Open Championship. Included in their stats and facts are a study of European golf growth, UK golf participation records, and golfing consumer trends.
Luke Donald out of the Open
Luke Donald will be forced to miss at least the next three to four weeks, including The Open Championship, after suffering a wrist injury during the final round at the U.S. Open last month.
Open Championship news digest
Ahead of next week's Open, we bring you a handful of Championship news stories that may have otherwise escaped your attention.
