Talkin' Tiger

[Vickie Lake]

While we are investigating the nature of Tiger's injuries and surgical options and choices, I would like to know how everyone is reacting to the "stuff" being whispered outloud by the masses.

Some have said:

"Tiger was faking it because he could jump around when he hit a good shot and only limped when he hit a ball less successfully."

"If the injury were that bad why has he waited so long to get the surgery."

"How could his rehabilitation have possibly created stress fractures and why didn't they know that before he went to The Open?"

"Oh yeah, he's hurt (note the sarcasm); did you see him falling down on his 'bad knee' in glee?"

"If his condition was so bad, why didn't he tell anyone until after he won?"

"He injured himself because of the shear power of his swing."

"This guy has the best trainers and doctors available. What chance does anyone else have at avoiding golf related injuries."

"Tiger probably hurt himself because of his workout program. How else could he have bulked up so much? He used to be scrawny"

"He's got plenty of money and fame. What would make someone take such a risk?"

So, we have all heard and read the plethora of comments, speculations, and criticisms, just try to avoid them. Add your own list of public comments and/or respond to any (or all) of these and let us know what you think. I have opinions and anatomical insight to share but I will let the respondents take the lead.

I will be on daily to see if anyone wants to play. When we get some REAL data I will offer a full over view. I will also talk about ways to avoid or correct the precussors for these problems.

It ain't the sport folks.

Vik