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The Thrill of Victory…

This is part of an e-mail I received from my former friend Michael Scott regarding the most stunning come from behind victory in his annual Majors Pool:

From Michael:

“Once again we have an amazing comeback in the Majors Pool.

I give you your new champion, Rick Hall. Rick was in 43rd place after the US Open. Good thing we don’t have a 2-round cut. He was 16th after the Open Championship. He closed the deal yesterday.

Rick is one of the funniest people I know. He is the self-proclaimed “Health and Fashion Editor” for Golf Digest (He’s not, but for those who know the story, it’s awesome).

He’s proprietor of the incredibly funny, well-written “Best In Golf” Blog. His day job is Golf Digest’s major league ad rep in the Southeast. First ballot hall of fame player.

And he knows how to finish. Unlike Sergio.

Thanks to everyone for playing (and paying).”

Michael Scott

Then today…The Agony of Defeat Phone Call!

Michael: “Hey bro, remember who won the ’68 Masters?”

Me: “Uh, Bob Goalby?”

Michael: “Exactly, and do you know who won the 2008 Majors Pool?”

Me: “Not me?”

Michael: “Exactly again!  There was a slight accounting error and you finished 43rd…but can’t wait to have you back next year”

Me: “Ouch”