Tiger Woods
Ya think? After skipping the Texas three-step, expect Woods to return to the tour with his driving woes corrected as he preps for the U.S. Open in two weeks. As a three-time winner of Memorial, it’s safe to assume Woods likes this course.
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Kenny Perry
Defending champion won his third Memorial last year and has shown no signs of decline at age 48, with six top-10 finishes in 13 events this season. Won the FBR in March. Kentucky native loves playing close to home in Ohio.
Steve Marino
After another close call last week, losing to Steve Stricker in three-man playoff, Marino is vying with Tim Clark for the dubious distinction of “best player without a PGA victory.” Fairfax native, 29, has 13 top 10-finishes in last three years.
Paul Casey
If Zach Johnson isn’t the hottest player on tour, Casey is. Has won three times (twice in Europe) this year. Has finished in top 20 in six of his last seven PGA Tour starts. Ready to win a major. This would be a great way to prep for Bethpage.
Vijay Singh
Surgically repaired knee is rounding back into shape. Has finished in top 20 in last three PGA Tour appearances. Sharper play around the greens indicates he’s making a push for the three summer majors. Won Memorial in 1997.
