British Open 2013: Top Young Stars to Watch at Muirfield

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Published: July 12, 2013

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The 2013 British Open at Muirfield is quickly approaching, and several young stars should be significant factors in golf's third major of the season.

Whether it's past impressive finishes, recent form or simply how their respective games translate to the style of golf to be played in Gullane, Scotland, some of the game's premier modern prodigies have a chance to thrive and perhaps capture a first major championship.

Let's take a closer look at the impressive quartet who have a chance to make some noise—and perhaps mount a serious run at the Claret Jug.

Note: Prior Open Championship history was obtained from the official website.

 

Rickie Fowler



So much promise, but only one win. That's the knock on Fowler, but his improved putting this season and piercing ball flight are ideally suited to make a run at Muirfield.

Fowler takes flack for not raising more trophies, but he's still the 30th-ranked player in the world and consistently puts himself into position to succeed.

One of the best elements of Fowler's makeup is his even-keeled demeanor on the course. No matter what type of shot he hits or how he's playing that particular day, you can never tell with Fowler because of his uncommonly cool temperament. There is a tendency for him to make big numbers, but he's among the best at bouncing back from that type of adversity.



Par should be the main objective if conditions take a turn at the British Open, though, and that's actually a positive for Fowler.

Aggressiveness is certainly not an attribute Fowler lacks, and it's part of the reason why he hasn't been a more consistent winner.

However, he just notched a top 10 at the U.S. Open, and his best finish in a major was the 2011 British Open at Royal St. George's, where he managed a two-under 68 in the most difficult of conditions. He wound up tied for fifth ...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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