The ethereal swing, the effervescent fist pump, the toothy and cocksure grin; that Tiger Woods guy is something else. For Rocco Mediate’s exceptional effort at the US Open – golf needs more of this chatty chap, no? – he gets to play 1 on 1 against the G.O.A.T. today beginning at 12. If you couldn’t call in sick for work today, fear not – Cousins of Ron Mexico will live-blog the 18 holes starting around noon. We can say with some authority that Tiger’s stats – historical dominance at Torrey Pines, 10-1 all-time in playoffs, and two playoff victories in majors – augur victory.

Also, we could use some golf club advice from experts in the field – we’re picking up some clubs in the coming weeks and taking up the sport again.

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