US Open Golf Blog

The largest field of the 4 majors belongs to the U.S. Open Golf Tournament.  Some say that the U.S. Open is one of the purest competitions in  sports because of the opportunity it creates for golfers all around the country and the world.  This events holds the top level of prestige, difficulty, and excitement.  Last year we got the pleasure of seeing amateur Beau Hossler compete for the championship until the last round.  The U.S Open is one of the few events where pro's and amateurs get a chance to compete for one of the game's highest honors.

The casual golf fan probably knows that the Masters Tournament happens every April, but can the average fan tell you when the U.S. Open takes place?  The Masters is on of the most covered sporting events in the US and I think the events proximity in time to the Final Four has something to do with it.  Especially since the same network carries both events (CBS).

It has been quite some time since you could say Tiger is the best golfer in the world and be accurate.  Whether or not he is the best is up in the air right now but his world ranking indicates that he is currently the top dog.  Tiger climbs to number 1 after a 29 month hiatus from the top spot.

He does so by claiming his record tying eighth victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.  He already owns the record for most navy jackets but this time he ties the record with Sam Snead for most victories at a single event.  Woods also continues to chip away at the all time victories record which is also held by Snead.  Woods earned his 77th victory and is now just 5 behind Snead.

Most of the country has been experiencing surprisingly in-climate for the last week or so and no one is complaining.  With the weather getting warm early this year I can't help but think about cutting work early and squeezing in 9 before darkness poses as a bouncer of the links.  It is the middle of March and you could have golfed in the most northern parts of Maine this past week.  Needless to say, golf fans everywhere have a jump start on the excitement generated every year by the hopes of a new season and getting better.  I'm still anxiously awaiting the getting better part.

Luckily for me I don't have to feel too bad when I see Tiger Woods in the same boat.  Of course our talent levels are a far cry from comparable and the situations have less to with each other than my golf score and numbers below 100, but it is nice to know that even the best can struggle... for a while.

The first round of the US Open Golf Tournament begins today at Congressional Golf Course in Bethesda, Maryland.   For many of the people who are traveling to Bethesda, this is the first time they are attending the US Open or a golf tournament.

Before you get to the course this weekend or plan your future trip, here are a few suggestions on how to spend your day at the US Open.

The 2011 US Open Golf Tournament moves to Bethesda, Maryland at  historic Congressional Golf Course.  The tournament will take place over  Father's Day weekend (June 16-19).  Make this a Father's Day gift your dad will always remember.

2011 US Open Golf Packages are available during the Opening, Final, & All Rounds of the tournament.  Purchase your package today with the following inclusions:

- Hotel accommodations in the Betheda area
- Guaranteed Grounds Passes to the US Open
- Roundtrip Transportation to the course each day
- Official Gift
- On-site staff for assistance
- Options on US Open Hospitality

2011 US Open Golf Tickets can also be purchased for any day during the tournament.  All tickets are guaranteed and can be purchased securely online.

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The 2011 US Open Tournament moves from the West Coast to our nation's capital. Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland will be hosting their first US Open tournament since 1997. Established in 1924, this course has many notable past members including various US Presidents.

2011 US Open Travel Packages Now On Sale

2011 US Open Packagesinclude accommodations in the Bethesda area, grounds passes to the opening, final, or all rounds of the tournament, daily transportation to the course, official gift, on site staff, and more.

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In 2010, the US Open Golf Tournament will return to Pebble Beach Golf Links. This will be the 5th time Pebble Beach has hosted the US Open, and the first since 2000. Sports Traveler is now offering tickets and travel packages to the US Open Golf Tournament.

US Open Golf Packagesare now available to be reserved for the 2010 tournament. These packages include hotel accommodations near Pebble Beach, guaranteed passes to the US Open, rental car, and more. US Open Packages can be reserved for the opening rounds, final rounds, or all rounds.

US Open Golf Ticketscan also be purchased for any day of the tournament. Grounds and Trophy Club Passes are available for the practice or tournament rounds. All tickets can be purchased securely online.

If you looking for hotel accommodations only in the Pebble Beach, Sports Traveler is also offering US Open Golf Hotel Rooms.All hotels are close to the course and can be purchased today.

Mike