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Article: The Professional's View: Monty holds key despite need for rich pickings in US.(Sports)
- Article from:
- The Racing Post (London, England)
- Article date:
- January 8, 2003
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Byline: Jamie Spence
THERE is no doubt that the Order of Merit is a difficult punting proposition even though there are few realistic contenders.
Last year's winner, Retief Goosen, won only one tournament - in January - yet topped the charts thanks to second places in the Masters and AmEx.
The four Majors plus three World Cup tournaments are so important because even a runner-up spot can earn you enough to cover a couple of wins on our tour.
So the No. 1 spot in Europe is likely to be decided by who plays best outside Europe.
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