Inevitably, Tiger Woods will win his thirteen major tomorrow, and I couldn't be more delighted at that fact. Why do I root for Tiger Woods, when time after time he wins? Why do I not root for the underdog - the Stephen Ames of the world? Why do I not choose variance over stability?
The fact is that Tiger Woods is the greatest golfer of his generation, if not of eternity. This is a man that has transcended his natural talent. How could a man so gifted for the game of golf not win thirteen majors? Just take a look at Phil Mickelson, at Sergio Garcia. The difference between Tiger and these two footnotes on the pages of history is discipline. While Phil chooses the immediate thrill of the moment over the legacy of winning, Tiger is able to formulate a strategy, practice it day in and day out, and remain constant. While Tiger is practicing, we are dreaming.
Phil may enjoy his golf game and life more than Tiger, but he will be soon forgotten. Tiger has managed to combine blessed talent with drive of a machine. Because of his talent, his experience, and his planning, Tiger knows the strategy for every situation, and executes. Phil just swings as hard as he can.
So why do I root for Tiger to win? There's something beautiful about talent, determination, and planning coming together to produce greatness. The ability to execute and transcend anyone else doesn't come around every day, and I'll always choose greatness over mediocrity.
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