The Millennium Open at St. Andrews was a tremendous success, with record attendance causing the Royal and Ancient Golf Club to seek additional seating for the 2001 Open at Royal Lytham and St. Annes. Known and revered by golfers everywhere, St. Andrews was formed by members of the Kingdom of Fife in 1754. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club stages the Open Championship annually and is responsible for the rules of golf throughout the world in conjunction with the United States Golf Association.
To this famous course came phenomonal golfers, in a thrilling battle royale to take away one of golf’s most revered and coveted titles.
This, the only official review of the British Open Championship, gives a vivid up-close perspective on Tiger Woods’ tremendous victory, and the incredible sportsmanship of all the players including Ernie Els and Thomas Björn. The extensive commentary on the highs and lows of the four days of the renowned event puts the talents of some of golf’s top stars in perspective.
Golf’s leading journalists contribute their own keen observations on the most prestigious golf championship in the world, as they have in this series since 1983.
Detailed scores from the 2000 Open plus a summary of records and scores since 1860 make this a complete and valuable reference book. A perfect companion to this volume is Keith Mackie’s Open Championship Golf Courses of Britain, which is also published by Pelican.