Celebrating Weir President Cup style

He's not just a national hero--he's his country's passion.Yet when it really comes down to it, when they think golf, Canadians think Mike Weir. They cheer Weir. They talk Weir. They blog Weir (obviously, I am too). And yes, they're passionate. When he won the Green Jacket, they were over the top.

But this week? Trust me, the galleries at Royal Montreal will be transforming the course -- and event -- into a distinctly partisan setting. Think loud. Raucous. Canadian Open presented by Franklin Templeton Investments.

He struggled for a bit, but that has all changed now. Back-to-back ties for eighth at the AT&T National and The Open Championship -- at a windy, cold Carnoustie -- were perhaps the best sign that Weir is in control of his game. Weir, who was born in Ontario, is the gracious host this week -- and not just bringing wine to his teammates. His popularity puts him front-and-center right now. There's more media requests, more face time.

And it's deserved. This guy has class and is representing the country he loves. Go get 'em, Tiger! (I mean, Mike) :P

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