Kim Returns to Form at AT&T National

Jeff Greenwell — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:07:53 +0000

After winning last year’s AT&T National, the expectations for young and talented Anthony Kim were through the roof. But instead of tour victories and prize money, Kim has had to endure poor play, nagging injuries, and self doubt. It seems though that the cure for Kim’s ills is to play at the Congressional, after setting a course record 8-under 62 today to sit atop the leaderboard at this year’s AT&T National. Ignoring doctor’s advice not to play for the next 4-6 weeks because of a left thumb injury, Kim came out firing on all cylinders, knocking down 8 birdies in the final 13 holes to grab a two stroke lead over a group of three players that includes tournament host Tiger Woods.

Anthony Kim holds a two shot lead at the AT&T National. (Image: Zuma Press)

Before Woods had even teed off, he saw that Kim was in the clubhouse with his 62. Knowing he had to play well to stay close, Tiger did just that, only missing two fairways and three greens on his way to a 6-under 64, equalled by D.A. Points and Bryce Molder. Former PGA champion Steve Elkington sits three strokes back at 5-under.

Coming into the tournament, Kim had rededicated himself to diet and fitness in order to regain his health and strength, and the once self-described “lazy” player has spent extra time on the driving range at the Congressional working on his mechanics. Judging by his lights-out first round, all the extra work seems to be paying off.

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Kim Returns to Form at AT&T National

Woods, Romo Play AT&T National Pro-Am

Jeff Greenwell — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 03:55:46 +0000

You can never say Tony Romo suffers from lack of confidence. The Dallas Cowboys quarterback did something most amateur golfers would never dare do–play Tiger Woods for money. Then again, most amateurs aren’t one-handicappers, and if they are, most assuredly they don’t have the lovely Jessica Simpson cheering them on. Playing in the pro-am the day before the AT&T National begins, the tournament Woods is hosting, Romo held his own against Tiger (although Tiger did spot Romo two strokes), but in the end Tiger prevailed, leaving Romo’s wallet a bit lighter. Many other pro athletes attended the event, including Washington Redskins players Jason Campbell Antwaan Randle El, and Washington Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau, who paired up with PGA pro Mike Weir.

Tiger Woods (Image: Zuma Press)

But like most other tournament he enters, the media focus is squarely on Woods. Always the cordial host, Tiger hopes that the 120 man field has a great week, but he wants to be the last one standing come Sunday. Always on his mind though is Jack Nicklaus, and his record 18 majors. Woods finished sixth at both the Masters and U.S. Open, but is looking for better results at Turnberry in two weeks time.

Other notables playing this weekend at the Congressional Country Club include U.S. Open champ Lucas Glover, Jim Furyk and Vijay Singh.

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Woods, Romo Play AT&T National Pro-Am

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