Tiger takes over the town...

Ordinarily this week, Independence Day would take center stage in Washington D.C.--but then again Tiger Woods is no ordinary individual. Golf's best player and the most recognizable name in the world of sports brings his game and aura to the area Tuesday for a press conference and practice round that will have a Major Championship feel. The AT&T National is upon us; get ready to enjoy a confluence of legend, greatness and spectacle-- a par three of excellence.

TIGER. It all begins and ends with Mr. Woods. Not only is the sports top player coming off four straight top-2 finishes in Majors, he's playing his first tournament since the birth of his daughter. Everybody wants to see him.

CONGRESSIONAL. The historic course hosted the 1964 and 1997 U.S. Opens, as well as the 1976 PGA Championship. To describe it as a drawing card for players on tour is a major understatement. Everybody wants to play here.


THE FIELD. In addition to Tiger, Phil Mickelson will be playing this week. With Jim Furyk and Adam Scott also in the field, the top four golfers in the world rankings will be squaring off. And there's quantity of quality-- the smaller invitational field of 120 will allow for faster play Thursday and Friday with the chance of quality pro's fighting to make the cut. Sunday should be something else, especially if it's Tiger tangling with Phil. Everybody wants to see how it ends.


On tap this week: we'll be at Congressional Tuesday for Tiger's press conference, Bram's on the course as the tournament begins Thursday for first round coverage, and I'll be at Congressional over the weekend. We look forward to bringing you tee to green coverage on the new Triple X ESPN Radio.