2007-10-27 09:57:27 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Golf
In a word, tradition.
The game was invented in Scotland and you can feel the history in the air. It's a wonderful atmosphere, and a great challenge to play the game on those old links courses.
Besides, the British Open is considered one of the major championships, and a little practice in those conditions is a good idea. So top players often spend an extra week or two over there to see what it's like.
And as for the tiny courses line, take a look at the 17th at St. Andrews some time -- a 475-yard (or so) par-4 that's considered one of the toughest holes in the world.
2007-10-27 10:24:16 · answer #1 · answered by wdx2bb 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What make you think the tournamanets are unimportant and the courses are small? If they take the time to travel the distance I would say the tournament very important..
2007-10-28 07:04:18 · answer #2 · answered by golfingkiwi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you ask this tiny, unimportant question all of the time? If you aren't getting the answer that you want here, ask the question elsewhere.
2007-10-27 17:33:24 · answer #3 · answered by x-15a2 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Because its a great place to visit.
Bigger is not always better !!!!!
If its so unimportant why do they still come.
2007-10-28 00:34:51 · answer #4 · answered by 2COOL 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋