Tom Watson Great Person

Tom Watson of the US walks along the 15th fairway during the third round of the British Open golf championship at Royal St George's in Sandwich, southern England July 16, 2011. By Tony Jimenez SANDWICH, England (Reuters) - While some players looked .Tom Watson, 61, a five-time British Open champ and fan favorite in the U.K., gave the crowd something to cheer about today with a hole-in-one on the par-3, 178-yard sixth hole

By Bob Harig SANDWICH, England -- With water still dripping from his cap, Tom Watson stepped under cover to discuss his rain-soaked round, a 72 that was far more impressive than a raw number would ever indicate.

Robert Allenby and Davis Love III were in the group behind on a sun-soaked English Friday morning when Tom Watson sent a 4-iron high into the cloudless sky on the par-3 sixth at Royal St. George's.
Mr Watson: When did you last meet Mr Wallis for lunch or dinner?

John Yates: I have known Neil for a number of years. I cannot recall the last time.

 Mr Watson: Could it be this year
“I guess I refuse to be a ceremonial player,” he said, “(When) that time comes, then I’ll hang them up.”