I know some will say things like, “J.B. Holmes wins in a walk” or “Tiger chipping out every round from trees right of No. 11.”

For me, it comes down to the back nine Sunday.  I believe they will have ruined the tournament if it lacks a specific type of excitement, specifically if:
1.   There’s not at least five golfers at 5p with a legitimate shot at winning;
2.   The winner did not have to mount a charge that “steals” the green jacket;
3.   Announcers use the word “grind” more than the word “gamble,” especially in reference to the winner’s strategy; and
4.   Retief Goosen gets a jacket to go with all his green pants (usually a lock for a top 5, but obviously never won).

From my perspective, winning "US Open style" ain't gonna cut it!

Any other perspectives?

Um, the weather cooperates?  Patrick, as long as the course produces a tournament like 2004 or 2005, they could play Dyker Beach and I'd be happy!

So far it has, and so far I'm with you...fingers crossed.