Golf: what people watch when drying paint is too exciting

Golf is boring. A lot of people play it because, let's be honest, pretty much any fat slob anybody can drive around and occasionally swing a stick. That's not to say it isn't very, very difficult to play at the highest level. And while it's not particularly physically demanding it behooves a player to be in peak physical condition. Tiger Woods in his prime was in phenomenal shape.* But: it's boring. The Masters is this week, presumably so that people all over the country can set aside some time to catch up on their naps this Saturday and Sunday. Or maybe they'll stay awake and watch while mega-rich members of an exclusive club (no jews, no blacks, no women) get their 'traditional' ball-gargling on national television.

On the other hand, the MotoGP season kicks off in Qatar. Motorcycle racing is not boring. Well, it can be boring at the front if someone stretches out a big lead but, in general, it tends to be quite exciting. Lots of passing. Intense action. It's not hugely popular in the states because, contrary to whatever Harley Davidson may try and sell you, pretty much any fat slob anybody cannot get on a motorcycle and ride it.

If you're curious, the MotoGP race will be on SpeedTV on Sunday at around noon. The coverage won't be all that great but I promise the race will be exciting. Check your local listings for channels and times.

* True story: Woods (pre-divorce) used to have a house in Corona del Mar and work out at the same gym as me once in a while. He could be found doing a variety of exercises, ripping through 405-lb bench presses, etc. Seriously. The guy is strong.