Watching Louis Oosthuizen pulverize St. Andrews out of nowhere (he'd made one cut in a Major) got me to wondering who will be the next first time winners in Majors, and when. In order of overall likelihood of winning a Major:
5. Ian Poulter (2011, Royal St. George's). IPs game is suited for links golf, I was surprised he didn't play better @ St. Andrews. IP isn't the youngest (34), if he doesn't get it in the next 3-4 years, his window may have closed. I wouldn't be surprised if he played well at Whistling Straits in the PGA.
4. Rickie Fowler (US Open, Merion, 2013). Oozes game, and played well (back door T14 A St. Andrews) in windy conditions @ his first professional experience in the British Open. I thought his swing would break down in the wind, but it only got stronger. I look forward to seeing it taxed on the leaderboard of a Major.
3. Rory McIlroy (US Open, Congressional C.C., 2011). Young, with many opportunities to win. Game is well suited for all Majors.
2. Anthony Kim (Masters, Augusta National, 2011). Remember him? He's been missing from the headlines since surgery to repair his wrist, but his game (length, putting) is suited for Augusta (no rough).
1. Martin Kaymer (PGA, Atlanta A.C. 2011). Great swing? Check. Young? Check (24). Major experience? Check (T7 @ Open). Other wins? Check (Five Euro Tour wins). MK will win multiple Majors. His stoicism reminds me of fellow countryman Bernhard Langer.
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