British Open Field 2014: Best Picks from Star-Studded Lineup

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Published: July 15, 2014

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Because of the unique challenge links golf courses present, handicapping the British Open is a difficult proposition. Royal Liverpool hosted one of the lowest-scoring majors in recent history, as Tiger Woods won the event at 18 under par in 2006. Consequently, golf fans should witness an exciting weekend that enables plenty of movement around the leaderboard.

Due to Woods' season-long back woes and Phil Mickelson's poor form, there are few clear favorites at Hoylake this week. Golf's power vacuum has seen varying degrees of extremity since Tiger's last major victory in 2008, but the parity on tour appears at its highest level in some time.

Nonetheless, a few names stand out as likely contenders for the Claret Jug. Examining the field, via The Open Championship's official website, here are the best choices to take home the year's third major.



 

Martin Kaymer



The German golfer went on a tear this spring, taking home the Players Championship and U.S. Open. Though he has started just twice since his victory at Pinehurst in June, Kaymer must remain on the short list of legitimate contenders due to his form this summer.

The two-time major champion has been a regular threat in Grand Slam events but has enjoyed precious little success at the British. In fact, Kaymer and another one of this week's top favorites have both struggled in the tour's third major championship:



However, having finally harnessed his retooled swing over the past year, the 29-year-old Kaymer is hitting his prime as an established force on tour. Moreover, a 12th-place finish at the Alstom Open de France last week was an encouraging rebound from his missed cut at the BMW Championship.

With a gritty playing style that bodes well for links golf, it appears only a matter of time before Kaymer breaks through at this event as well.

 

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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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