The Open: day one

Today was a practice round day at The Open Championship. The players get to practice the course in a stress-free, casual environment. It was also a good day to practice being a spectator as we learned the driving route, the parking situation, and got a good chance to visit all the shopping concessions, the food booths and see a good part of the town of Saint Andrews--all before the big crowds arrive for the actual tournament days. Another good thing is that we could take photos today, but not during the actual matches when we return on Saturday.

I brought along my opera glasses, which was a great idea because I was the only one in our group who could identify all the golfers coming up the fairways at some distance.

John Daly and his crazy pants: 

Ian Poulter: 

Jordan Speith!!!

We got to see many famous players up close and were in the right place at the right time when Jordan Spieth and his group came up to the 5th tee. We got within 10 feet of the tee box, just behind the ropes--it was quite thrilling to see some of the top players in the world.

When we return on Saturday, we will be ready for a great day of serious golf.