Most Recognized Person?

An ongoing debate between my father and I centers on this question: Who is the most well-known/recognized person in the world? George Bush? David Beckham? Barack Obama? All good bets, but we have come to the conclusion it's probably someone else: Tiger Woods.

He has been on the world stage for longer than Bush. Truly dominates a sport unlike Beckham. Also, he has the fascinating racial background of Obama. What do you think? Other ideas?

The Open Championship

Tomorrow professional golf's third major championship of the year begins as players tee it up at the British Open. Tiger, however, won't be there due to a totally doodled knee. The last time Tiger was not present at one of golf's major championships was at the PGA Championship in 1996. That year the "Macarena" was #1 and Bill Clinton was busy beating down Bob Dole in the presidential race. Will anyone be watching the Tigerless golf tournament?