Winner's perk still up in the air for the Masters
April 5, 2006One perk from wining a PGA Tour event used to be an invitation to the Masters, a practice that ended in 1999. There's a chance it could return - but not next year. Augusta National chairman Hootie Johnson said Wednesday that qualifications for the Masters will be the same for 2007, "but that's still on the table about the possibility of having winners." What likely will trigger the change is the new PGA Tour schedule, built around the FedEx Cup points race.
We're ready for a Tiger-Phil Sunday showdown
April 5, 2006The duel last year at Doral was fun, but this would be a whole lot better. Michael Rosenberg is dreaming about a Tiger Woods-Phil Mickelson Sunday showdown at Augusta, and he feels this could very well be the year it happens.
Plenty of mystery at Augusta this year
April 5, 2006One by one, players trudged up the hill leading to the clubhouse at Augusta National, then paused and gazed back at a course that by now they should know all too well. But this Masters seems to contain more mystery than ever. Part of that is the sheer length. The tees were pushed back on six holes, stretching the course to 7,445 yards, the second-longest course in major championship history behind Whistling Straits (7,514 yards) two years ago at the PGA Championship.
Crane to take on Par Three curse
April 5, 2006America's Ben Crane wins the Masters' traditional curtain-raiser, the jinxed Par Three Contest.
RTE denied live Ryder TV rights
April 5, 2006Irish national broadcaster RTE will not have live TV coverage of this year's Ryder Cup.
A Mystery Unfolds at the Masters
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Ryder Cup won't be shown on terrestrial TV
April 5, 2006The Dept. of Communications confirmed this afternoon that live coverage of this year's Ryder Cup will not be available on free-to-air television. The event is being staged at the K Club in Co. Kildare in September.
Rebels Second At BYU Dixie Classic
April 5, 2006Rebels Second At BYU Dixie Classic Seema Sadekar also in second heading into Wednesday's final round. April 4, 2006 ST.
Mickelson Goes for Another Green Jacket
April 5, 2006April 5, 2006, 4:51 AM EDT AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Lefty has gotten hip.
Mike Weir's Masters Diary
April 5, 2006It's always one of the highlights of my year to arrive at the Augusta National GC for the Masters. Theres nothing quite like driving up Magnolia Lane, knowing what lies at the end of it. Its a special place, for sure.
Sky's Ryder Cup deal saved
April 5, 2006Media British Sky Broadcasting Group plc BSkyB's exclusive UK and Ireland deal to screen live coverage of this year's Ryder Cup golf championship has been salvaged after the Irish government ...
Kapur Hopes To Follow Freddie's Example
April 5, 2006Kapur is aiming to qualify for the Open.
Length Not the True Key at Augusta
April 5, 2006The chatter coming from Augusta this week is all about the extra length, this coming from a golf course that was long already.
Butch Gilliland, Tiger Woods hboth ave a lot on the line this week
April 5, 2006Butch Gilliland, Tiger Woods hboth ave a lot on the line this week The Associated Press While Tiger Woods goes after a fifth green jacket at the Masters this weekend in Augusta, Ga.,
It's Tiger's world, and we're all just watching
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. - Tiger Woods is a living, breathing cure for insomnia, his droning, say-nothing responses to questions perfectly designed to bore his interrogators into oblivion.
Won Joon Lee maintains NZ Amateur lead
April 5, 2006Sports Golf Won Joon Lee What's on this week Tournament DetailsDate02 Apr - 09 Apr 2006CourseCoringa Country ClubLocationChristchurch, SI, New ZealandDefendingMitchell Brown Hamilton's James Gill ...
Tiger Woods Pre-Tournament Interview - US Masters
April 5, 2006One of only three players to have won at least four Masters titles, most recently, of course, last year with a great sudden death victory.
New Zealand leads Queen Sirikit Cup
April 5, 2006The competition is decided over three 18-hole rounds of stroke play competition.New Zealand's closest rivals are Korea, who blew out on the back nine and finished on 155, 11 over par. Korea had been leading after nine holes on 1 over par.
De Lorenzi named vice-captain
April 5, 2006De Lorenzi named vice-captainPosted on 05 April 2006 - 14:55Former French player Marie-Laure de Lorenzi has been named vice captain of Europe's 2007 Solheim Cup team.
The life cycle of a bunker, etc
April 5, 2006The life cycle of a bunker, etc Golf courses should plan ahead for recurring costs. Golf course component life span information is available from the American Society of Golf Course Architects. '
Rte Denied Live Ryder Rights
April 5, 2006Agreement has been reached only for extensive delayed coverage, with live coverage remaining solely on Sky Sports in Britain and Ireland. European Tour executive director George O'Grady has welcomed the decision. '
Ryder Cup accessible on satellite only
April 5, 2006Hundreds of thousands of people may be denied the chance to watch the Ryder Cup live on television after a Government ruling, it emerged today.
The Masters: Let the mystery begin
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. - One by one, players trudged up the hill leading to the clubhouse at Augusta National, then paused and gazed back at a course that by now they should know all too well. But this Masters seems to contain more mystery than ever.
Sun continues to shine at Augusta, Canadians say length no problem
April 5, 2006By CHRIS JOHNSTON Canada's Mike Weir tees off on the 12th hole during practice. ( AP Photo/Morry Gash) AUGUSTA, Ga. ( CP) - The practice rounds, par-3 contest and champions dinner are all finished for another year.
Tiger's Masters Memories About Father
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Tiger Woods has memories at the Masters that have nothing to do with green jackets, blooming azaleas or spectacular chip-ins. They're memories of hugs, tears, evenings spent together. Memories of a few well chosen words of support.
Column: Masters About Bear Hugs for Tiger
April 5, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Tiger Woods has memories at the Masters that have nothing to do with green jackets, blooming azaleas or spectacular chip-ins. They're memories of hugs, tears, evenings spent together.
Two Drivers for Phil, a 5-Wood for Ernie
April 5, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.The Masters is bringing out the metal in just about everyone. For Phil Mickelson, that means two drivers. With an eye on Augusta National, Mickelson put two drivers in his bag during the BellSouth Classic.
Woods all set for Masters defence
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods will be favourite to defend his Masters title when the year's first major gets underway at Augusta.
Row over Augusta changes goes on
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods says lengthening Augusta has narrowed the list of potential Masters winners, but Gary Player defends the changes.
Ryder Cup won't be shown on terrestrial TV
April 5, 2006The event is being staged at the K Club in Co. Kildare in September. Efforts were made to have the event shown live on terrestrial television, but the government made no changes to the list of events protected for free-to-air channels.
KAPUR HOPES TO FOLLOW FREDDIE'S EXAMPLE
April 5, 2006Kapur is aiming to qualify for the Open. KAPUR HOPES TO FOLLOW FREDDIE'S EXAMPLE Click here for all the latest golf scores Click here for European Tour calendar Click here for US Tour calendar Click here for more golf news Indian golfer Shiv Kapur is
Length Not the True Key at Augusta
April 5, 2006The chatter coming from Augusta this week is all about the extra length, this coming from a golf course that was long already. If you can't drive it 315 with consistency, so the chatter goes, you can just forget wearing the green jacket Sunday.Tiger
Butch Gilliland, Tiger Woods hboth ave a lot on the line this week
April 5, 2006Butch Gilliland, Tiger Woods hboth ave a lot on the line this week The Associated Press While Tiger Woods goes after a fifth green jacket at the Masters this weekend in Augusta, Ga., high school golf teammate Butch Gilliland will be racing a NASCAR
It's Tiger's world, and we're all just watching
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. - Tiger Woods is a living, breathing cure for insomnia, his droning, say-nothing responses to questions perfectly designed to bore his interrogators into oblivion. Woods has been conditioned by his lead benefactor, Nike, to stay a long par-5
Tiger Woods Pre-Tournament Interview - US Masters
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods Tour ScheduleWhat's on this week Tournament DetailsDate06 Apr - 09 Apr 2006CourseAugusta National Golf ClubLocationAugusta, Georgia, USADefendingTiger WoodsMoney7,000,000 ($USD)Tour websiteClick here Q: Ladies and gentlemen, it's my pleasure
Won Joon Lee maintains NZ Amateur lead
April 5, 2006Won Joon Lee What's on this week Tournament DetailsDate02 Apr - 09 Apr 2006CourseCoringa Country ClubLocationChristchurch, SI, New ZealandDefendingMitchell Brown Hamilton's James Gill shot a course record six-under 67 in the third round of the New
New Zealand leads Queen Sirikit Cup
April 5, 2006Sarah Nicholson What's on this week Tournament DetailsDate05 Apr - 07 Apr 2006CourseRoyal Adelaide Golf ClubLocationAdelaide, SA, AustraliaDefendingKorea New Zealand has claimed a five shot lead over the rest of the field after the first round of the
De Lorenzi named vice-captain
April 5, 2006De Lorenzi named vice-captainPosted on 05 April 2006 - 14:55Former French player Marie-Laure de Lorenzi has been named vice captain of Europe's 2007 Solheim Cup team. De Lorenzi, who played in three Solheim Cups, was picked on Wednesday by captain Helen
TaylorMade introduces rac MB TP irons
April 5, 2006TaylorMade introduces rac MB TP irons A fresh take on the classic muscle-back blade, the MB TP is already being played on tour by numerous players including Retief Goosen, Fred Funk and John Daly 'click' the headline to read the story in full Salmon
The life cycle of a bunker, etc
April 5, 2006The life cycle of a bunker, etc Golf courses should plan ahead for recurring costs. Golf course component life span information is available from the American Society of Golf Course Architects. 'click' the headline to read the story in full TaylorMade
Ryder Cup won't be added to 'free' list
April 5, 2006Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources Noel Dempsey has decided not to add this year's Ryder Cup golf tournament to the current list of designated events which must be shown 'free to air' on television. In a statement following the
Defending Masters champion submits Open entry
April 5, 2006Defending Masters champion submits Open entry 5-Apr-2006 16:21 (BST) imageTiger Woods submits his Open entry as he prepares to defend his Masters title in Augusta. Andrew Redington-Getty Imageszoom As he prepares for his attempt to win a fifth Masters
Taking measure of USGA conforming rangefinders
April 5, 2006Now that the U.S. Golf Association has issued a clarification, its time to take another look at rangefinders to see whether these devices are conforming or nonconforming. When the USGA and R&A last fall announced that they would allow the use of
SMU's DeStefano Shoots 65 At Morris Williams
April 5, 2006April 3, 2006 AUSTIN (SMU) - SMU's Brandon DeStefano opened with a tournament-best 65 and stands in second place after two rounds of the Morris Williams Intercollegiate at the par-72 6,906-yard Austin Country Club. DeStefano, whose opening-round 65 ties
Unlucky seven
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Mature Masters Never Gets Old
April 5, 2006The 70th Masters, if it were a player, is too old to tee it up and make the cut at the course its caretakers have lengthened to a fare thee well. But the year's first major is not too old to attract the most excited, if not the best, field in golf.For
Woods heads for Masters despite dad's illness
April 5, 2006The first tee shot of a crisp Tuesday morning sailed against a sunlit sky and disappeared into a bunker.
Short game is crucial, says Monty
April 5, 2006Colin Montgomerie admits his short game will have to be "incredible" if he is to compete at the Masters.
Petrova survives Bohmova at Bausch Lomb
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Tiger Woods chases his fifth green jacket
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- In 1997, Tiger Woods spanked Augusta National unlike any golfer to have come before. In his first full professional season, Woods finished 18-under par and won the Masters by 12 strokes. That Augusta National played at 6,925 yards. When
Parry in awe of Masters tradition
April 5, 2006April 5, 2006 CRAIG Parry knows the feeling of leading the US Masters on the final day, and he has made nine trips to the famous Augusta National course in April. He talks to about the aura of the Masters and how a player tackles the most demanding week
Mickelson sticks with double drivers
April 5, 2006April 5, 2006 THE latest changes to the Augusta National course have convinced Phil Mickelson to persevere with his unconventional strategy of carrying two drivers in his bag. The 2004 Masters champion, 35, used the two-driver approach at the US PGA
Women's Golf Plays Final...
April 5, 2006Women's Golf Plays Final Events Before Wednesday, March 29, 2006 SPARTANS CLAIM DUCK TITLE - Carmina Calle holed a 40-foot birdie putt on her final hole giving San Jose State a one-stroke victory at the Oregon Duck Invitational women's golf tournament.
Mardan and Kapur have sights set on Hoylake
April 5, 2006Mardan and Kapur have sights set on Hoylake 5-Apr-2006 09:59 (BST) imageMardan Mamat, hoping to make his third appearance in The Open. Stuart Franklin-Getty Imageszoom India's rising star Shiv Kapur is hoping inspiration drawn from English cricket
Goosen relishes Augusta test
April 5, 2006Retief Goosen and Ernie Els lead a strong South African challenge at the Masters this weekend. Not since Gary Player in 1978 has a South African donned the famous Green Jacket, but all that could change this weekend and Goosen is relishing the challenge.
Mickelson to start alongside Els
April 5, 2006In-form world number four Phil Mickelson will tee off at the Masters alongside the man immediately above him in the rankings - Ernie Els. The pair, who are joined in their grouping by Japanese Shingo Katayama, tee off at 1830 BST on Thursday. Tiger Woods
Mickelson goes with double
April 5, 2006World No.4 Phil Mickelson has decided to keep two drivers in his bag for the US Masters this weekend, after assessing the latest changes to the Augusta National course.The 2004 champion carried two drivers during the BellSouth Classic in Atlanta last
Golf: Some things never change - Tiger Woods still Master of Augusta
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, United States : For all the alterations at Augusta National Golf Club, one key thing remains the same - Tiger Woods is the man to beat when the 70th Masters tees off on Thursday at the lengthened layout. Defending champion Woods seeks his 11th
No superstitions from eager Ernie at Masters
April 5, 2006No superstitions from eager Ernie at Masters AUGUSTA, (AFP) - Ernie Els is hoping it will be 13th time lucky when he tees off in The Masters here on Thursday. The big South African has carved out an impressive record at Augusta since his first appearance
Streaming Video from Amen Corner
April 5, 2006streaming video from Amen Corner. 'click' the headline to read the story in full The life cycle of a bunker, etc Golf courses should plan ahead for recurring costs. Golf course component life span information is available from the American Society of
1996 Nick Faldo's prize: $450,000 Top of the charts: "Macarena" by Los Del Rio Price of a pint of Guinness: 1.94 Average weekly
April 5, 2006IT seems so utterly appropriate now. Topping the bill at Irish cinemas on Masters weekend in 1996 was 'Dead Man Walking' - it starred Sean Penn, not Greg Norman. That week, the entire country was up in arms over an astonishing comment by a Fianna Fail
Our money's on the Goose and Harrington to deliver
April 5, 2006Golf Betting FOR 'the Mulligan' this week, our €50 Irish Independent /Boylesports Charity bet of the week is split between €25 on Retief Goosen to win at 12/1 and €25 on Pdraig Harrington to be under par for Amen's Corner after 72
Golf's big brands in town
April 5, 2006Liam Kelly THE thousands of enthusiasts expected to flock to the Irish Independent Golf Show over Easter weekend can get ready to try out the latest top-brand equipment. Premier Golf are overseeing the staging of a huge equipment area which will take
Carr eager to curb Ryder Cup hangover
April 5, 2006Liam Kelly IRELAND faces a new challenge once the last putt drops in the Ryder Cup next September. The climax of the seven-year build-up to the K Club event will mark the end of the country's huge marketing campaign based around the cup. Now the
Smith overcomes conditions to triumph in Cork Scratch Cup
April 5, 2006Kevin McKenna Women's World THE weather conditions last Saturday were not conducive to good scoring, but Irish international Deirdre Smith had no complaints. With the first major domestic event of the golfing season up for grabs, it was the County
Harrington inching closer to Major win
April 5, 2006Golf Karl MacGinty in Augusta FORTY SEVEN inches. That's the measure of the extra-long shaft in Pdraig Harrington's new driver and the height of the Dubliner's confidence as he looks forward to tomorrow's first round of The Masters. Amid the
Enough whining, already
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga.-Here we are at the 11th green and 12th tee at Augusta National. Just standing on the (Amen) Corner, watching all the churls go by.All these complaints and pained expressions because Augusta National keeps stretching its golf course to
Five most memorable Masters
April 5, 2006Jack Nicklaus (right), 1986: Golf's where-were-you-when? moment. His seven-under 65 at age 46 remains the main Masters highlight and the one by which all others are compared.Tiger Woods, 1997: The breakout moment everyone expected, but not, perhaps, this
Donald eyes the big time
April 5, 2006Englishman Luke Donald is a major tournament victory away from being considered in the class of the 'big five' in golf, but gets his chance to make the jump to the upper echelon of the sport at this week's US Masters.While Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh,
SKIPPERS TO DO BATTLE RYDER CUP captains Ian Woosnam and Tom Lehman have...
April 5, 20065 April 2006 SKIPPERS TO DO BATTLE COUNTDOWN TO THE US MASTERS IN AUGUSTA: STARTS TOMORROW FROM 1.00 PMRYDER CUP captains Ian Woosnam and Tom Lehman have been drawn together for the first two rounds of the Masters.British No. 1 Luke Donald partners will
Fairfield Leads After Day One At Hofstra Invite
April 5, 2006April 4, 2006 The Fairfield University women's golf team took a two-stroke lead over the other teams after the first day of the Hofstra Women's Spring Invite. The Stags have all five players in the top 12, as they shot a team-total 346. Courtney
Oregon Claims Sixth in Home Tourney
April 5, 2006By Spencer Crum Oregon Daily EmeraldEugene, OR (CSTV U-WIRE) -- While students were taking a week off from school, the Oregon women's golf team competed in two tournaments and shot a total of 1,864 strokes. The Ducks finished sixth overall March 27 and
ECU Lady Pirates In First At John Kirk/ Lady Panther Intercollegiate
April 5, 2006April 4, 2006 Round 1 Results STOCKBRIDGE, GA. - The East Carolina women's golf team fired an opening round of 307 Monday, April 3 and sits in first place after 18-holes at the John Kirk/Lady Panther Intercollegiate. The 14-team event had to battle some
No. 27 Michigan State Enjoys Record-Setting Day
April 5, 2006April 3, 2006 RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. - The No. 27 Michigan State women's golf team completed the two best team rounds in school history Monday at the Northwestern Invitational on the par-72, 6,238 yard, Gary Player Signature Course in Rancho Mirage,
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Thai eyes best debut
April 5, 2006Thai star Thongchai Jaidee says he is feeling right at home at Augusta National as he prepares for his debut in the US Masters, which he believes is the best tournament in the world.Thongchai has been in awe on his trips around the course during
US Masters first round pairings
April 5, 2006Click here for : * Regional weather * 3-day Outlook * City Forecasts The draw for the first round of the US Masters, which starts tomorrow (Thursday) around 1pm UK time, has thrown up some interesting groups, with British Amateur champion Brian
Kuznetsova looks to keep rolling at Bausch Lomb Championships
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Woods questions Augusta changes
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods says the decision to lengthen Augusta National has narrowed the field of potential Masters winners.
Woods looks to father for fight
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods aims to bring some of his father's determination to his bid for a fourth Masters title.
Tee times
April 5, 2006The tee-off times for the first two days of the 2006 Masters.
Masters meltdown
April 5, 2006Ten years ago, Nick Faldo came from six back as Greg Norman collapsed at Augusta
Augusta Diary
April 5, 2006BBC Five Live golf correspondent Iain Carter on the 2006 Masters build-up
Two drivers fuel Mickelson
April 5, 2006It has worked well. After going winless in 42 major starts as a pro, Mickelson won the 2004 Masters and the '05 PGA Championship.
Donald eyes the bigtime
April 5, 2006I'm definitely not coming here just to make up the numbers. I'm trying to win.'
Gilliland Remembers Time With Tiger Woods
April 5, 2006Gilliland will be competing during Saturday's O'Reilly 300 at the 1.5-mile Texas Motor Speedway in front of thousands of fans.
I'll Pull Out If Dad Gets Any Worse Says Tiger Woods
April 5, 2006The former Green Beret, 74, is fighting his final battle against advanced prostate cancer on the other side of the United States.
When Nicklaus reigned supreme
April 5, 2006Article continues That day in 1986, Musgrove was caddying for Sandy Lyle, who was paired with Nicklaus in the fifth-last group of the day.
Past Winners - US Masters
April 5, 2006284)1958 Arnold Palmer (284)1957 Doug Ford (283)1956 Jack Burke Jr. -
Field List - 2006 US Masters
April 5, 2006Sports Golf Phil Mickelson Tour ScheduleWhat's on this week Tournament DetailsDate06 Apr - 09 Apr 2006CourseAugusta National Golf ClubLocationAugusta, Georgia, USADefendingTiger WoodsMoney7,000,...
Concentration to be Key for Tiger
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- The first tee shot of a crisp Tuesday morning sailed against a sunlit sky and disappeared into a bunker. Tiger Woods' next effort wasn't much better.
Notes: Lefty's Wild Idea; Tiger's Dog Taz
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- The Masters is bringing out the metal in just about everyone. For Phil Mickelson, that means two drivers. With an eye on Augusta National, Mickelson put two drivers in his bag during the BellSouth Classic.
'No other tournament like it:' Weir
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. ( CP) Just before Mike Weir and his group reached the 10th hole at Augusta National on Tuesday, many of the fans waiting around the tee ran away.
Woods criticises changes
April 5, 2006Sports Golf Defending champion Tiger Woods has lashed out at the changes made to the Augusta National golf course ahead of the US Masters starting on Thursday (US).The four-time winner of the ...
AS MUCH for his ill father Earl's sake as his own, Tiger Woods spoke yesterday of his desire to
April 5, 2006While Earl is at home in California, Tiger hopes to put on a show for his dad when he watches the first major of the season on TV. He said he plans to get his feisty father 'fired up' as he strives to collect a fifth green jacket.
AFTER confirming his split from recent partner Jo Baldwin, a relaxed Colin Montgomerie revealed
April 5, 2006Monty's only top ten finish at Augusta was in 1998 but he's optimistic after acquainting himself with the new look, lengthened course that he can play all 72 holes and contend - provided the six- and seven-foot putts start dropping again. '
Els and Goosen eye coveted green jacket
April 5, 2006Not since Gary Player in 1978 has a South African slipped on a green jacket, but with the Augusta National Golf Club firming up under sunny weather so too are the South Africans' chances of claiming the year's first major. '
Woods gets Allenby, Ernie off with Phil
April 5, 2006World number one Woods, chasing a fifth green jacket at Augusta National Golf Club, will launch his title defence at 1023 local time (1423 GMT). Molinari, an engineering student from Turin who has yet to turn professional, became Italy's first U.S.
Double driver approach suits Mickelson
April 5, 2006Double driver approach suits MickelsonPosted on 04 April 2006 - 22:44The latest changes to the Augusta National course have convinced Phil Mickelson to persevere with his unconventional strategy of carrying two drivers in his bag.
No superstitions from eager Ernie
April 5, 2006No superstitions from eager ErniePosted on 04 April 2006 - 23:33Ernie Els is hoping it will be 13th time lucky when he tees off in The Masters in Augusta, Georgia on Thursday.
Tiger's thoughts on ill father
April 5, 2006Top-ranked Woods seeks his 11th major title and fifth Masters green jacket at Augusta National Golf Club while his father remains in his California home, the first time in Woods' 12 Masters starts Earl has been too weak to come here. '
Vote: Rank your picks!
April 5, 2006Winning here can change a player's historical legacy; just ask Phil Mickelson. So as the world's best gather at Augusta National this week, it's time for SportsNation to size up the field. : !
the numbers point to Vijay Singh
April 5, 2006By John Antonini Golf World March 31, 2006 Picking against Tiger Woods to win the year's first major -- heck, picking against Woods to win any tournament -- is like going against the New York Yankees in the World Series.
Wacker: Who's hot and who's not
April 5, 2006Mickelson riding major mo into Masters Why an Aussie will claim the green jacket Is there really a better four weeks in the world of sports than right now?
Tiger Watch: Tiger, Earl grinding
April 5, 2006By Mark Soltau GolfDigest.com AUGUSTA, Ga. ( April 4) -- Cancer-stricken Earl Woods never made it to Augusta National Golf Club last year to see his son win a fourth green jacket, watching the tournament on television at a local house.
Tiger v. Hagen
April 5, 2006By Jim Moriarty Golf World March 31, 2006 If Jack Nicklaus is Mount Everest, Walter Hagen raises somewhere between Lhotse and K2.
Louisville Men Win Team Title; Georgetown, Larrimore Win Hoya Invitational
April 5, 2006April 4, 2006Providence, R.I. - Cincinnati Men Cincinnati shot a final round score of 308 to end the Eastern Kentucky Spring Invitational in eighth place overall. Senior John Clodfelder led the way for UC, finishing tied for 22nd at 229.
Home cooking for Taylor
April 5, 2006Taylor, 30, is in his second year on the PGA Tour. He won the Reno-Tahoe Open in 2004 as a PGA Tour rookie, and when he won it again last year, he reached 36th on the money list to qualify for his first Masters.
Woods' thoughts with father
April 5, 2006Woods' thoughts this week are in many ways back in Cypress, Calif., where his father, Earl, continues his struggle against cancer. ' It's the same. He's fighting,' Woods said of his condition.
Expert: 8 green jackets for Tiger
April 5, 2006The Golf Expert is here with answers to your questions.
Where rules are rules, so bikini waxing is banned
April 5, 2006By Rick Broadbent Despite the tradition, our correspondent is sucked in by an incomparable venue TRUE story: a man with an amorphous stomach was sitting by the 7th hole at Augusta with his three children on Monday. ' Jeez, kids,' he said. '
Donald primed to contend
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- As an Englishman, Luke Donald understandably covets the silver Claret Jug above all other trophies. One of his fondest memories as a child, though, is of watching his videotape of the best shots of the Masters. '
Woods fears loss of magic on altered course
April 5, 2006Tiger Woods yesterday added his booming voice to this year's 'Great Masters Debate' when criticising the National's course changes. ' Not necessary, they've lost some of the magic' was the gist of the reigning champion's damning verdict.
James Lawton: Montgomerie discovers new conviction after another journey to catastrophe
April 5, 2006You expect Colin Montgomerie sour, maybe even beaten, in the soft spring sunshine, at least a little, as he was here two years ago.
Graphic: unlucky seven
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Tee Times Set
April 5, 2006Former champion Mike Weir and fellow Canadian Stephen Ames will tee off within two hours of each other at the Masters tournament, which begins Thursday.
Men's golf pushes into eighth-place finish at Morris Williams
April 5, 2006With a 14-over total of 878, the Horned Frog men outperformed five top-25 squads at the two-day tournament, which boasted an 18-team field that included 10 top-25 schools.
Big guns paired together
April 5, 20062004 champion Mickelson is in blistering form after he destroyed the field in the BellSouth Classic when winning by 13 strokes.
Column: Is Chris DiMarco Overrated?
April 5, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Chris DiMarco lost a chipping contest, or he might be the Masters champion. That's one way to look at it, anyway.
DiMarco: Overachiever or Overrated?
April 5, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Chris DiMarco lost a chipping contest, or he might be the Masters champion. That's one way to look at it, anyway. DiMarco is still trying to figure out what he did wrong last year on a Sunday at Augusta National ablaze with drama.