The 2008 Senior Open wrapped up on Sunday, August 3rd.  The esteemed Broadmoor resort was host to this prestigious U.S Golf Association event. 

Practice Round at the 2008 U.S. Senior Open 

Eduardo Romero of Argentina won the tournament and coveted trophy with a 274 score (six under par).  He is the second Argentine to win the title; Roberto  Di Vicenzo won 1980's inaugural event. 

Runners up were:  Fred Funk, back four strokes;  Mark McNulty at 279; and Greg Norman, who finished at par. 

Broadmoor Golf Course U.S. Senior Open

Greg Norman is hugely popular and referred to as a "rock star" in the golfing world, but he may have been eclipsed by the black bear who ambled across the number 13 fairway during Friday's round.  Some deer and fox also stopped by to check out the action and pose for the TV cameras. 

While the number of in-person spectators  fell short of predictions, the event was a success: 128,706 folks enjoyed the warm, sunny days and high caliber of play.  The extensive TV coverage served as a great showcase for Colorado Springs and the Broadmoor, and many made their first visit to our city to attend the Open.

Ken and Sandy Wickham (only one golfer in the pair), are long-time Realtors in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO.  They welcome your real estate inquiries.  Contact them at 719-534-7920, or visit their website.

 
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