US PGA Tour Golf Picks, The 84 Lumber classic of Pennsylvania

September 23, 2004 The form of Americans on the back of the last two Ryder Cups is not quite as impressive as the Europeans, and it is anyone's guess how the likes of David Toms, Stewart Cink, Chris DiMarco and Kenny Perry will perform this week. DiMarco was the only one to emerge with any credit from their miserable experience, having at least shown some spirit, and deservedly finishing up as top US points scorer. The world number 15 actually won the inaugural staging of this event in 2000 by six shots, and has since continued to prosper here, recording an average of 69 from his 16 rounds on the course. He is the main danger this week to the greatest golfer in the world right now, Vijay Singh. Vijay has been imperious of late (1-1-32-1-1), and to see him anywhere else but at the top of the leaderboard on Sunday evening would be a shock. Even at 7/2 he has to be included in anyone's staking plan this week. The final pick goes to Englishman Justin Rose, who can derive inspiration from his country men to force his way into our five places at least. His golf this year has not been of the quality he is capable of, but there have been recent indications of a turn around in his fortunes (29-4-17 last three starts).

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