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From my vantage marshalling the practice range, with a kid's autograph zone, he never signed a thing and didn't even wave or smile to the kids shouting his name. Whereas Tyrrell spent almost a half hour signing, as did Bryson and Phil and i'm sure others i wasn't there for.

I volunteered as a marshal at the Open. Our club was assigned the Practice Grounds; range, short game, putting. It was an experience of a lifetime, I'm very grateful to have been invited to join. It was a lot of work- five hour shifts, 100% standing the entire shift, I had Mon/Fri off, but worked 3 hours for a friend Monday, so one day off. Jacket and hat for uniform, Hugo Boss, and no cost to volunteers at all, R&A pays for everything. TBH i'm still worn out, and now packing for my return over the pond. When I have some airport time I'll put together a proper post with photos, etc. Portrush and the Dunlunce course really shined this week, it was great to see so many from all over the world enjoying my second home...

A great hour on what the history of The Open at Portrush, and what it took to bring it back after a 68-year absence. I think it's one of the most dramatic of the rota to play, but equally a good venue for spectators as there are many higher points to view from, it's far from flat...

Nice, what makes it a 'Portrush' table? Never heard they had a big woodworking history...