Oosthuizen Impresses Golf World: Wins British Open!

SAINT ANDREWS, Scotland – “Louis Who?” “How do you say his name?” “Where is he from?” “Look how little he is.” ”Man, he smacks the ball!” “He’s like a machine!” ” He’s strong and steady” Thats some of the thoughts and words coming from the home of Golf in Saint Andrews Scotland, as South Africa’s Louis Oosthuizen demolishes the World’s best field at the 2010 British Open. He gained his first lead on the 7th hole in the 2nd round in which he never relinquished. Most people thought, even Tom Watson on Friday afternoon after his 12 under five stroke lead, how this young man would stand up to the pressure of Major Championship Golf as the leader after two rounds. He didn’t budge! Chased by Paul Casey in the final round but for only a few holes as the relentless steady play by Oosthuizen may have even rattled Casey a bit by eagling the par 4 9th hole after driving the green behind Casey who only managed a two putt, Louis drained his 40 footer. The win was pretty much over when Casey triple bogeyed 12 giving Oosthuizen his wide unneeded margin to just play cool smart golf the rest of the way. He finished up at 16 under to win by seven strokes! Commentators on ESPN were totally in awe of the young man as they could only be impressed by his flawless swing, coolness and professionalism. His stroll up Eighteen was well recognized by the home crowd of Scotland, where it all began. Not too many people knew his name four days ago, but will now be remembered forever! Cheers Mate! By J.Connelly