In the past, the Presidents Cup has had only one voluntary no-show, Jumbo Ozaki, but nobody this side of Honolulu noticed. For starters now, though, the key figure for PC progress, Woods, is uncommitted for '02. I don't think it's a slam dunk he'll go. But if he doesn't go, he will be subject to intense criticism by the PGA Tour. Right now there are too many tournaments trying to be perceived as high-profile tournaments.
Delusion is at an all-time high.
There's intense pressure for players to play in various tournaments. These days, tournaments need to be creative to entice top players. Prize money isn't the only attraction. If you want to get someone to Australia and they like fishing, take them out to the Great Barrier Reef. If they collect BMWs, give them a special one.