Interestingly over the last few days a number of contacts have commented to me on the perceived small crowds at St. Andrews for the Open. On television it did look somewhat sparsely attended but you have to bear in mind that the Old Course is unique in many ways, including all spectators being on the perimeter of the course (due to the double greens and fairways).
I noticed today this article from a local Scottish newspaper that referenced the crowd size. Albeit there was a drop from 2000 and 2005, I am sure it would surprise many people, just how many fans attended the event.
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