In stark contrast to the Michael Vick affair, Padraig Harrington demonstrated what a strong character can accomplish. After almost throwing away his first major title at The Open this past weekend with an 18th hole reminiscent of Jean Van de Velde, he prevailed in a playoff. During an interview after the victory the announcer suggested it was destiny that he win, to which Padraig quickly corrected him by saying something like "it wasn't destiny, it was hard work... years of hard work and and a hard path traveled."
Yes, Harrington is talented, but so are the many golfers he's competing against. But, this is a man that doesn't take his talent for granted. He's a grinder, and there's a lot to be said for grinders in all walks of life.
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Spot on with your take...Here's one for the GOOD Guys...With the passing of his Dad last year, which was his best friend, he could have packed it in..Instead with his hard work and near gaff on 18..he continued to pursue his dream..and accomplish it...Now how ironic that Michael Vick's spot on the Falcons might be taken by Harrington's 2nd cousin Joey!!
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