Elk out of Masters
April 3, 2006Sports Golf A groin injury has forced Australian world number 65 Steve Elkington out of the year's first major, the US Masters.Elkington, the 1995 US PGA champion, finished second in that event ...
Elk withdraws from Masters
April 3, 2006April 4, 2006 AUSTRALIA's Steve Elkington, 43, has withdrawn from the US Masters, citing a groin injury that has kept him off the PGA Tour the last few weeks. Elkington won his only major title at the US PGA Championship 11 years ago.
Hatalsky holds off Simpson to win Puerto Vallarta Classic
April 3, 2006By Ticker Story April 3, 2006 PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (Ticker) - Morris Hatalsky had a cushion and he needed it on his way to victory at the $1.6 million Puerto Vallarta Blue Agave Golf Classic.
Broadhurst wins second straight Algarve Open
April 3, 2006By Ticker Story April 3, 2006 ALGARVE, Portugal (Ticker) - Paul Broadhurst had a successful - and dramatic - title defense at the Algarve Open de Portugal.
Ochoa holds lead at Kraft Nabisco Championship
April 3, 2006By Ticker Story April 2, 2006 RANCHO MIRAGE, California (Ticker) - Lorena Ochoa holds a three-shot lead entering Sunday's final round at the $1.8 million Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Hatalsky holds lead at Puerto Vallarta Classic
April 3, 2006By Ticker Story April 2, 2006 PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (Ticker) - Morris Hatalsky holds a narrow lead heading into Sunday's final round at the $1.6 million Puerto Vallarta Blue Agave Golf Classic.
Mickelson blows away the field to win BellSouth Classic
April 3, 2006By Ticker Story April 3, 2006 DULUTH, Georgia (Ticker) - Phil Mickelson is going to roll into Augusta National coming off the most dominating victory of his career.
James Lawton: Tiger can make another giant imprint on sporting history by honouring his father
April 3, 2006No game lives more comfortably with its past, and its ghosts, than golf and nowhere do you get a stronger sense of this than here in the spring. Sometimes, however, the raw edge of life itself intrudes with overwhelming force.
Mickelson sets sights on Masters
April 3, 2006Phil Mickelson coasted to one of the biggest wins in US Tour history at the BellSouth Classic on Sunday.
Countdown to the Masters: Donald confident that mind games can make him a master of his sport
April 3, 2006Donald prepares for Augusta Luke Donald finished 10th in Atlanta on Sunday night. Not a bad little warm-up for Augusta this week. Except Donald no longer does 10th. And he no longer does 'not bad'. Donald only does first now.
Webb moves into top 10 of Women's World Rankings
April 3, 2006Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Karrie Webb rolled in a six-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole Sunday to win the Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Mickelson still fourth in rankings after big win
April 3, 2006Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Phil Mickelson won by 13 shots at the BellSouth Classic over the weekend and remained the No. 4 player in the world in this week's Official World Golf Rankings. As usual, very little changed in the top 10.
This Week in Golf - April 6-April 9
April 3, 2006Last year, Tiger Woods won his fourth green jacket in a playoff over Chris DiMarco, capturing his first major in three years by rolling in a birdie putt on the first extra hole.
70th Masters Tournament Preview
April 3, 2006By Jim Brighters (Sports Network Golf Editor) Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The golf season finally begins in earnest Thursday as the Masters tees off at a newer Augusta National Golf Course.
Ames, Weir carry Canada's hopes at the Masters
April 3, 2006Augusta, Ga. - Stephen Ames has a lot more money in the bank and a five-year exemption on the PGA Tour, but the most important thing about his recent victory at The Players Championship is the confidence that came with it.
Donald talks up his chances
April 3, 2006Top-ranked Englishman Luke Donald insists the newly-lengthened Augusta is not merely the preserve of the big-hitters.
Masters 2006 - Tournament Guide
April 3, 2006Click on the links below for: Hole-by-hole course guide Hole-by-hole in pictures The European challenge Form guide - last four years Form guide - stroke averages Masters stat attack Masters roll of honour Who qualifies for the Masters?
Not your father's, or Jack's, Augusta anymore
April 3, 2006When Bobby Jones saw the young Jack Nicklaus, he said the Golden Bear played 'a game with which I am not familiar.'Augusta National has grown in length, making it harder for some of the top players to compete against the longer hitters. (
Florida Shoots Through Windy Weather
April 3, 2006By Jenna Marina Independent Florida AlligatorGainesville, FL (CSTV U-WIRE) -- The No.
Duke Finishes 2nd, 5 Strokes Back of Leader
April 3, 2006By Lane Towery The ChronicleDurham, NC (CSTV U-WIRE) -- Without last season's NCAA Champion Anna Grzebien teeing off with the team, the women's golf team finished the Bryan National Collegiate in second place.
Loyola Earns Title at St. Francis Invitational
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 CHICAGO - Four Loyola University Chicago golfers placed among the top six individual performers to lead the Ramblers to the title at the rain-shortened St. Francis Spring Invitational.
Texas' Hines Shoots Career-Best 68
April 3, 2006By Brad Gray Daily TexanAustin, TX (CSTV U-WIRE) -- Strange things happened this weekend in the Arizona desert when the Longhorn women's golf team traveled to compete in the Ping/ASU tournament, where they finished in 13th-place.
Bruins Win PING/ASU Invitational for the Third Straight Year
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 UCLA golfers Jane Park and Amie Cochran combined to go 11-under par in the final round as UCLA won its third straight PING/ASU Invitational on Sunday at the Karsten Golf Course in Tempe, AZ.
Two drivers in bag at Masters for Phil
April 3, 2006Two drivers in bag at Masters for PhilPosted on 02 April 2006 - 20:34Phil Mickelson, known for his meticulous approach to the majors, has decided to compete at next week's US Masters without a sand wedge.
Elkington withdraws from Masters
April 3, 2006Elkington withdraws from MastersPosted on 03 April 2006 - 17:08Steve Elkington of Australia withdrew from the Masters on Monday, citing a groin injury that has kept him off the PGA Tour the last few weeks.
Webb grabs glory after late eagle
April 3, 2006Karrie Webb defeated Lorena Ochoa in the most improbable of play-offs for the Kraft Nabisco Championship at Mission Hills yesterday.
Tough moment to match
April 3, 2006Nicklaus' eyes are burning lasers through the final rotation of the ball, and his fullback thighs are exploding through his plaid slacks as he lurches forward, his left shoe pointing skyward as if preparing to stamp a lid on a soon-to-be-filled cup.
Elkington out of Masters
April 3, 2006Elkington qualified for the Masters by finishing tied for second at the PGA Championship last year in Baltusrol.
Notes: A Treat for Oberholser; Local Knowledge
April 3, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Arron Oberholser was in no rush Monday as leaned against his locker, soaking up the atmosphere of Augusta National.
Not your father's, or Jack's, Augusta anymore
April 3, 2006Augusta National will have some different looks this time around, as the storied course has grown in length since the last time we saw Tiger Woods slipping on the green jacket. Tom LaMarre takes a look at the changes and says not everyone is a fan ... including Jack Nicklaus.
A treat for Oberholser, and his grandfather
April 3, 2006Arron Oberholser was in no rush on Monday as he leaned against his locker, soaking up the atmosphere of Augusta National. This is his first Masters, an invitation made possible by his inaugural U.S. PGA Tour victory at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. "This is unlike any tournament I've been to in my life," he gushed. "Everything is understated. Nothing is grandiose. You're not treated like you're bigger than you are. They treat this like a golf tournament.
Donald unfazed by longer Augusta
April 3, 2006Luke Donald believes he can conquer the elongated Masters course with his accurate iron game.
Masters Diary
April 3, 2006BBC Five Live golf correspondent Iain Carter reports on the build-up to Augusta 2006.
Elkington withdraws from Masters
April 3, 2006Steve Elkington of Australia withdrew from the Masters on Monday, citing a groin injury that has kept him off the PGA Tour the last few weeks. Elkington qualified for the Masters by finishing tied for second at the PGA Championship last year in Baltusrol. He last played in the Masters three years ago, missing the cut. The Masters starts on Thursday.
Injured Elkington out of Masters
April 3, 2006Australia's Steve Elkington withdraws from the Masters with a groin injury.
Mickelson in mood for third major
April 3, 2006In-form Phil Mickelson says he's hoping for a stress-free victory in this week's Masters at Augusta
Too long, too tough
April 3, 2006Liverpool legend and keen golfer Alan Hansen on his Augusta experience
Hatalsky breaks Champions drought
April 3, 2006The 54-year-old Hatalsky, who won the last of his two titles on the American 50-and-over circuit at the Columbus Southern Open in May 2003, had a 9-under 207 total on the Jack Nicklaus-designed Vista Vallarta Golf Club course.
Wie comes up short
April 3, 2006By DOUG FERGUSON RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. ( AP) - One minute, Michelle Wie stood over an eagle chip to win the Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Wire to wire
April 3, 2006By CHARLES ODUM Phil Mickelson poses with the trophy after winning the BellSouth Classic golf tournament Sunday, April 2, 2006, in Duluth, Ga. Mickelson finished at 28-under par and won by 13 strokes. ( AP Photo/John Bazemore) DULUTH, Ga. (
Webb's wedge shot leads to major win
April 3, 2006RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif.-Karrie Webb's slow, steady climb back to her hall of fame standards hit warp speed with one magical shot yesterday that sent her to a stunning playoff victory in the Kraft Nabisco Championship.
If healthy, Palmer to play in Senior PGA
April 3, 2006EDMOND, Okla. -
In-form Lefty Plans Masterclass
April 3, 2006The 2004 champion, fresh from an amazing 13-stroke win at the BellSouth Classic, wants his third major victory to be different to the first two. Less stressful. '
Perseverance pays off for Webb
April 3, 2006I feel pretty lucky to be here,' she said. ' I think every week I can picture myself winning.
Georgia Tops Duke at Bryan National
April 3, 2006Courtesy of georgiadogs.comBROWNS SUMMIT, N.C. --- In its final tune-up prior to the post-season, the No.
Isenhour Wins Second Event of the Season
April 3, 2006LIVERMORE, Calif. -- Tripp Isenhour closed with a 4-under 68 Sunday to win the inaugural Livermore Valley Wine Country Championship. He finished the event at 9-under-par 279. Isenhour earlier this year won the season-opening Panama Championship.
Ladies Day: Get Used to it
April 3, 2006Phil Mickelson flashes across golf's sky once again like a meteor. And we pay strict attention.
Final Scores and Earnings from the BellSouth
April 3, 2006TPC at SugarloafDuluth, Ga.Purse $5.3 millionPar 72Phil Mickelson, $954,000 63-65-67-65--260 -28Jose Maria Olazabal, $466,400 71-64-69-69--273 -15Zach Johnson, $466,400 69-70-64-70--273 -15J.J.
Two drivers, no sandwedge for Phil
April 3, 2006Two drivers, no sandwedge for PhilPosted on 02 April 2006 - 20:34Phil Mickelson, known for his meticulous approach to the majors, has decided to compete at next week's US Masters without a sand wedge.
List of previous winners at the Masters golf tournament
April 3, 20061966 Jack Nicklaus 1965 Jack Nicklaus 1964 Arnold Palmer 1963 Jack Nicklaus 1962 Arnold Palmer 1961 Gary Player 1960 Arnold Palmer 1959 Art Wall, Jr. 1958 Arnold Palmer 1957 Doug Ford 1956 Jack Burke, Jr.
Hole-by-hole description of Augusta National Golf Club course
April 3, 2006AUGUSTA, Georgia (AFP) - Hole-by-hole description of Augusta National Golf Club course, where the 70th Masters begins on Thursday: 1: Par four, 455 yards: Slight dogleg right with a huge bunker now a 327-yard carry from tees.
Joy for Paterson as Webb carries off title
April 3, 2006Mon 3 Apr 2006 Printer friendly Send to friend Joy for Paterson as Webb carries off title ELSPETH BURNSIDE EDINBURGH'S Mike Paterson has enjoyed many memorable moments caddying for Australia's former world No.1 woman golfer, Karrie Webb.
BBC coverage
April 3, 2006Follow the Masters on the BBC on TV, radio, online and Ceefax
Super Seven
April 3, 2006RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. ( AP) - Karrie Webb was so stunned by the final hour of the Kraft Nabisco Championship that she lost her way after completing an amazing comeback Sunday.
Thirteen Is Lucky Number For Phil
April 3, 2006The world number four won the BellSouth Classic in Atlanta on Sunday night by an incredible 13 shots, the third biggest margin of victory on the US Tour in more than 50 years.
Kennedy and Epstein bring out all the tricks at IGA
April 3, 2006The Riverlakes Golf Club was the sight of the first multiple round tournament on the Qld Sunshine Tour for 2006.
Sheehan scores second place at Livermore
April 3, 2006Sports Golf New South Welshman Paul Sheehan has finished second behind American Tripp Isenhour at the fifth Nationwide Tour event for 2006, the Livermore Valley Wine Country Championship at the ...
Hatalsky wins Champions event in Mexico
April 3, 2006He earned $240,000.Simpson also shot a 70. The 1987 U.S. Open winner bogeyed No.
Isenhour wins for second time this season
April 3, 2006Livermore, CA (Sports Network) - Tripp Isenhour closed with a four-under 68 Sunday to win the inaugural Livermore Valley Wine Country Championship. He finished the event at nine-under-par 279.
All set for Augusta: Mickelson wins BellSouth by 13
April 3, 2006Duluth, GA (Sports Network) - Phil Mickelson ran home a 25-foot eagle putt on the 72nd hole Sunday to win the BellSouth Classic by 13 strokes. '
Webb wins second Kraft Nabisco crown in playoff
April 3, 2006Rancho Mirage, CA (Sports Network) - Karrie Webb holed out for eagle on the 72nd hole to get to nine-under par on Sunday.
Mickelson drops wedge for Masters
April 3, 2006Phil Mickelson says he will compete with two drivers and no sand wedge at the newly lengthened Augusta National lay-out in the Masters.
Broadhurst eyes Ryder Cup
April 3, 2006Paul Broadhurst is eyeing a return to the European Ryder Cup team after he won his second successive Algarve Open title on Sunday.
Boom Or Bust In Augusta - Murray
April 3, 2006It was a big week for golf, with Phil Mickelson and Paul Broadhurst putting forward a case for the defence, and the ladies game welcoming back the forgotten Australian, Karrie Webb.
Mickelson in Master-ful form
April 3, 2006Phil Mickelson wrapped up a quite marvellous 13-shot triumph at the BellSouth Classic in Atlanta, and then confessed: I'm starting to get really sharp.
Broadhurst targets Ryder Cup spot
April 3, 2006Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam was among the first to congratulate Paul Broadhurst after he won the Portuguese Open for a second successive year - a scene the Englishman would like to see played out again in September.
Webb's dramatic finishes makes it seven majors
April 3, 2006The last three years have seen her slip to a point where in 2005 she had her worst ranking of 27th but her resolve and determination to return to her best was strong. ' I am aiming to be number one again,' she indicated.
Creeping bentgrass best for Augusta
April 3, 2006click' the headline to read the story in full Funding package for waste water plant A new package from two leading companies helps golf clubs to eliminate water wastage and pollutants. '
Mickelson all the way
April 3, 2006After posting the lowest total of his career and finishing with the fourth-best score in relation to par in PGA Tour history, Phil Mickelson faced a big question: Does he have anything left for the Masters this week?
Webb's stunning wedge shot leads to major win
April 3, 2006RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif.Karrie Webb's slow, steady climb back to her hall of fame standards hit warp speed with one magical shot yesterday that sent her to a stunning playoff victory in the Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Mickelson magic as Harrington trails in
April 3, 2006Golf Bernie McGuire PHIL MICKELSON coasted to one of the biggest wins in US Tour history at the BellSouth Classic - and very much did it his own way.
Broadhurst holds on to his crown
April 3, 2006Ken Gaunt PAUL BROADHURST kept a cool head to retain his grip on the Portuguese Open trophy with a birdie at the 72nd hole. The 40-year-old finished with a total of 271, 17 under par, one shot clear of Anthony Wall.
Hatalsky wins
April 3, 2006Puerto Vallarta, Mexico -- Morris Hatalsky won his first Champions Tour event in nearly three years yesterday, shooting a bogey-free final round to finish two
Mickelson Masterly In Masters Tune-up
April 3, 2006Duluth, Ga. -- Phil Mickelson set his course for this week's Masters as he completed the most dominant victory of his PGA Tour career: a 13-shot triumph yesterday in the BellSouth Classic.
Won Joon Lee leads NZ Amateur
April 3, 2006Sports Golf Won Joon Lee What's on this week Tournament DetailsDate02 Apr - 09 Apr 2006CourseCoringa Country ClubLocationChristchurch, SI, New ZealandDefendingMitchell Brown Solidly-built ...
Olazabal boosts Ryder Cup hopes
April 3, 2006News 03/04/2006 - 7:19:53 AM Olazabal boosts Ryder Cup hopes Jose Maria Olazabal's second runner-up finish of the season in America has lifted him above Sergio Garcia and Colin Montgomerie into ...
Howell plots mastery of Augusta
April 3, 2006David Howell says the Masters is his best chance of winning a major title.
New Augusta beyond Woosie's reach
April 3, 2006Ian Woosnam says that course changes at Augusta have lessened the appeal of the Masters for him.
Mickelson snubs Masters sand iron
April 3, 2006Phil Mickelson says he will compete with two drivers and no sand wedge at the Masters.
Georgia Wins Bryan National Collegiate Titles
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 BROWNS SUMMIT, N.C. --- In its final tune-up prior to the post-season, the No. 6-ranked Georgia women's golf team and freshman Taylor Leon swept the team and individual titles at the Bryan National Collegiate here on Sunday.
No. 12 Cal Places Ninth at Bryan National Collegiate
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 BROWNS SUMMITT, N.C. - No. 12 California finished in ninth place with a score of 909 Sunday at the Bryan National Collegiate at the Bryan National Championships Course.
Wake Forest Finishes Fifth at Bryan National
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 Browns Summit, N.C. - The Wake Forest women's golf team finished the Bryan National Collegiate in fifth place out of 17 teams firing a five-over par 293 on Sunday. The Deacons finished at 35-over par, 899 overall for the tournament.
Tulsa's Cavener Finishes in the Top-10 at the PING/ASU Invitational
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 Tempe, Arizona - The Tulsa women's golf team placed ninth at the prestigious PING/Arizona State Invitational in a 16-team field that included 10 nationally-ranked teams.
Arizona State Finishes Second to UCLA at PING/ASU Invitational
April 3, 2006April 2, 2006 TEMPE, Ariz. - For the second time in as many years the PING/ASU Invitational came down to the wire between UCLA and Arizona State.
A Stunning shot, playoff win for Webb
April 3, 2006Webb's eagle gave her a 7-under 65, and her 7-foot birdie putt on the same hole earned the Australian her seventh career major title. As exhilarating as it was for Webb, it was devastating for those she beat.
Interview with Zach Johnson
April 3, 2006Phil had a great week and you also had a good week, you won this tournament in 2004, had a good showing this week and played well after the rain delay. Talk about how you finished today.
Isenhour wins second Nationwide Tour title of the year
April 3, 2006The 37-year-old Isenhour, also the winner of the season-opening Movistar Panama Championship, closed with a 4-under 68 to finish at 9-under 279 on the Course at Wente Vineyards. Paul Sheehan (71) finished second, three strokes back.
Wie comes up short in bid for major history
April 3, 2006Wie walked out of the scoring trailer and into a swarm of reporters, jabbing her fists at them as though she wanted to hit something, or someone. Say this much about the 16-year-old from Hawaii she went down swinging. '
Mickelson completes wire-to-wire BellSouth Classic win
April 3, 2006Does he have anything left for the Masters this week? For those who chased Mickelson in the BellSouth Classic, the answer was daunting. ' It was a great week, don't get me wrong, but I didn't feel like it couldn't be repeated,' he said. '
Three-year drought over for Hatalsky
April 3, 2006The 54-year-old Hatalsky, who won the last of his two tour titles at the Columbus Southern Open in May 2003, had a 9-under 207 total on the Jack Nicklaus-designed Vista Vallarta Golf Club course. He earned $240,000. (
UNLV Sixth At PING/ASU Invitational
April 3, 2006UNLV Sixth At PING/ASU Invitational Chung finishes 12th to lead Rebels in Tempe. April 2, 2006 TEMPE, Ariz. -
Webb beats Ochoa in Kraft Nabisco playoff
April 3, 2006RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. -- Karrie Webb was so stunned by the final hour of the Kraft Nabisco Championship that she lost her way after completing an amazing comeback Sunday.
Weekly 18: Wie comes up one shot short
April 3, 2006With Phil Mickelson putting to rest any doubt as to who would be this year's BellSouth Classic champion by, oh, Friday afternoon, the weekend's golf stage was left wide open for the women of the LPGA.
Karrie Webb Interview - Kraft Nabisco Championship
April 3, 2006Second victory at the Kraft Nabisco Championship, 31st career win, 7th major victory, 4th playoff win, and 13th come from behind. Those are great accomplishments. Talk about how you're feeling right now.Karrie Webb: If I can put it into words.
Final Scores - Puerto Vallarta Blue Agave Classic
April 3, 2006Sports Golf Tour ScheduleWhat's on this week Tournament DetailsDate31 Mar - 02 Apr 2006CourseVista Vallarta Golf ClubLocationPuerto Vallarta, MexicoDefendingNEWMoney1,600,000 ($USD)Tour ...
Final Scores - Kraft Nabisco Championship
April 3, 2006Sports Golf BAE Systems plc Karrie Webb Tour ScheduleWhat's on this week Tournament DetailsDate30 Mar - 02 Apr 2006CourseMission Hills Country Club (Dinah Shore Tournament Course)LocationRancho ...
Pacific Harbour opens for business
April 3, 2006Sports Golf Pacific Harbour What's on this week Golfers can now play Australia's finest 'island links' layout with the opening of the golf course at the $500 million Pacific Harbour Golf and ...
Bogey-free Hatalsky wins Blue Agave Classic
April 3, 2006PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) - Morris Hatalsky won his first Champions Tour title in nearly three years Sunday, closing with a 2-under 70 for a one-stroke victory over Scott Simpson in the Blue Agave Golf Classic.
Isenhour wins Nationwide event
April 3, 2006LIVERMORE, Calif. ( AP) - Tripp Isenhour moved within a victory of an automatic promotion to the PGA Tour on Sunday, winning the inaugural Livermore Valley Wine Country Championship for his second title of the season.
Mickelson successfully defended his BellSouth Classic title Sunday
April 3, 2006Sports Golf Mickelson coasts to record third BellSouth title cookies pLoginState sLoginState regReq regURL returnURL xmlURL 'http://' + + appRedirect (appRedirect '' appRedirect 'null') returnURL ...
Mickelson romps to victory at BellSouth
April 3, 2006Mickelson romps to victory at BellSouth Posted on 02 April 2006 - 21:18Phil Mickelson coasted to a record third BellSouth Classic title with a 13-shot victory at the TPC at Sugarloaf in Duluth, Georgia on Sunday.
Wie falls short in bid for major history
April 3, 2006Wie falls short in bid for major history by DOUG FERGUSON, Associated Press AP Photo Michelle Wie failed to birdie the par-5 18th. ( AP Photo/Chris Carlson) RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. --