Sports

Primping and Practice Draw to Close on Cusp of Golf's Toughest Test

Practice rounds wrap up; course is primed for play on eve of national golf championship.

Last-minute tweaks and touch-ups are underway at Congressional Country Club's blue course in anticipation of the 2011 U.S. Open. The national golf championship officially tees off Thursday, following three days of practice rounds. The photos above were provided by the United States Golf Association.


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