Campbell storms into Augusta lead
April 7, 2006American Chad Campbell fires a five-under 67 to take a three-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Masters.
Clarke & Howell carry Brit hopes
April 7, 2006Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke and Englishman David Howell are just four shots off the lead at the halfway stage of the Masters.
Montgomerie leads British exodus
April 7, 2006Colin Montgomerie slumps to five over to miss the cut by one as Nick Faldo, Sandy Lyle, Lee Westwood and Ian Woosnam also bow out.
Coody & Duval make dramatic exits
April 7, 2006Veteran Charles Coody cards a highly respectable 74 in his last round at the Masters, while David Duval follows the ridiculous with the sublime.
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Lyle and Park Qualify for British Open
April 7, 2006The Associated PressSINGAPOREAustralia's Jarrod Lyle and Unho Park, and Shiv Kapur of India are heading to the British Open after claiming the top three spots in the Asian qualifying tournament on Friday.
Player Makes Brief Stop on Leaderboard
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Gary Player should have taken a picture of the leaderboard. For about an hour Thursday morning, the 70-year-old former Masters champion was back on the board at Augusta National.
Few Birdies on the Masters Field
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.This was one birdie that made Rocco Mediate feel kind of guilty. Landing in the rough on the bulked-up No. 11, Mediate was hoping for a chance to save par.
Chad Campbell Surges Into Lead at Masters
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.There was a charge at the Masters, and it wasn't made by Tiger Woods.
Campbell takes charge as Singh slips
April 7, 2006Campbell takes charge as Singh slips Posted on 07 April 2006 - 17:46American Chad Campbell charged to the top of the leaderboard with a five-under-par 67 in the U.S. Masters second round on Friday.
One for the ages from Coody
April 7, 2006One for the ages from CoodyPosted on 07 April 2006 - 19:43Former winner Charles Coody flirted with Masters history in Friday's second round as he came within two holes of becoming, at 68, the oldest man to shoot level-par over Augusta National.
Clarke Keeps Holiday Feeling Going
April 7, 2006By Mark Garrod, PA Sport Golf Correspondent, Augusta Darren Clarke made a superb job today of trying to treat the Masters as a holiday rather than the tournament that could take his golf career to a new level.
Campbell posts clubhouse marker
April 7, 2006Chad Campbell fired six birdies in a five-under 67 to storm into the early clubhouse lead at the halfway stage of the 70th Masters at Augusta. The 31-year-old American matched Australian Mark Hensby for the best round of the day so far.
Clarke clicks to get into the mix
April 7, 2006Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke birdied the last at Augusta for a two-under 70 that puts him right in contention at two under for 36 holes.
Even Tiger is dogged by uncertainty
April 7, 2006It really doesn't matter if, like Arnold Palmer, you've played in 50 US Masters, or whether, like Arron Oberholser, no-one has a clue who you are.
Former winner Nick Faldo: +7
April 7, 2006NICK Faldo admitted yesterday that he no longer had what it takes to compete in the Masters. Faldo, a three-time former winner, struggled to a seven-over par 79 that left him facing a second successive missed cut after 2004.
C Campbell takes lead
April 7, 2006Meanwhile, American Phil Mickelson continues to stay in the running, the champion golfer in good stead on one-under-par through 16 holes.Mickelson currently shares third place with Canadian Mike Weir on three-under-par for the tournament.
Campbell surges clear
April 7, 2006Sports Golf American Chad Campbell holds the clubhouse lead at the end of the second day of the US Masters at Augusta, after shooting a five-under par second round to be six-under for the ...
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Mediate posts early 68, Woods cards a 73 at Augusta National
April 7, 2006By Ticker Story April 6, 2006 AUGUSTA, Georgia (Ticker) - If you ask Rocco Mediate about all the changes at Augusta National, he would likely view them as changes for the better.
Mediate posts early 68 on stingy Augusta National
April 7, 2006By Ticker Story April 6, 2006 By John Nestor SportsTicker Golf Editor AUGUSTA, Georgia (Ticker) - If you ask Rocco Mediate about all the changes at Augusta National, he would likely view them as changes for the better.
What they're writing
April 7, 2006What they're writing at the Masters Observations from writers around the country GolfDigest.com The Course As Rocco Mediate said: 'Major layouts are supposed to be difficult. This isn't for everybody. It never was for everybody.' -- J.A.
Big Five showdown
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Chad Campbell finds himself in the lead
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IN MY OPINION: Edwin Pope | Mediate back in top form
April 7, 200607, 2006 IN MY OPINION Mediate back in top form By EDWIN POPE AP PHOTO FINE FORM: Rocco Mediate's 4-under 68 was his best round in the Masters since 2001. He is one shot out of the lead. AUGUSTA, Ga. --
Campbell Blows in Masters Lead
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- There was a charge at the Masters, and it wasn't made by Tiger Woods.
Georgia Set To Play In Alpharetta
April 7, 2006April 7, 2006 ATHENS, Ga. -- There's no place like home. That will be the sentiment shared by the members of the No.
Four!
April 7, 2006UNLV wins fourth-straight BYU Dixie Classic behind Seema Sadekar's first career medalist honors. April 5, 2006 ST.
Els likes Masters chances
April 7, 2006April 8, 2006 THREE-time major champion Ernie Els likes his chances of winning his first Masters green jacket because of the difficult playing conditions at Augusta National Golf Club.
Campbell surges to lead at Masters
April 7, 2006If you're trying to avoid getting tagged as the next "best player never to win a major," then firing a 67 on Friday at the Masters is a pretty good way to go about it. That's what Chad Campbell did, surging to a three-stroke lead over the rest of the field.
Campbell posts clubhouse marker
April 7, 2006Chad Campbell fires six birdies in a five-under 67 to storm into the clubhouse lead at the halfway stage of the 70th Masters.
Clarke clicks to get into the mix
April 7, 2006Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke birdies the last for a two-under 70 that puts him right in contention at two under for the tournament.
Harrington continues rescue work
April 7, 2006Ireland's Padraig Harrington maintains his fightback from a poor start on Thursday, while Sergio Garcia cards another eventful round.
Monty set for early Augusta exit
April 7, 2006Colin Montgomerie posts a three-over 75 to slump to five over for 36 holes and an almost certain missed cut at the Masters.
Day 2: Contenders rise and shine
April 7, 2006By 12:30 p.m., the field was actually averaging a half-stroke under par - and that includes the disasters suffered by David Duval, who started 6-10 (double bogey and quintuple bogey) at Augusta National Golf Club's first two holes.
Ryder Cup Captain's Car Hit By Bullet
April 7, 2006Hector Duarte Jr. - All Headline News Staff Reporter Augusta, GA (AHN) - U.S. Ryder Cup captain Tom Lehman had his car hit by bullet as he drove through Augusta.
Day 2: Ames a little off
April 7, 2006Stephen Ames' up and down ride at Augusta National is continuing today. Ames started his day at two-over par after opening his 2006 Masters Tournament with a 74 in the first round.
Weir pleased with round
April 7, 2006By Mike Weir I was really pleased with my opening round at the Masters. I was told it looked quite tidy, but really it was a tough day out there.
Mike Weir's Masters Diary - Round One
April 7, 2006I was really pleased with my opening round at the Masters. I was told it looked quite tidy, but really it was a tough day out there. This course always throws you off balance and youre never quite comfortable no matter how well youre playing.
Evergreen Coody bows out in style
April 7, 2006Augusta veteran Charles Coody cards a highly respectable 74 in what he says will be his last round in the Masters.
Trio secure coveted spots at Open
April 7, 2006Shiv Kapur, Jarrod Lyle and Unho Park book their places at Hoylake from the Asian qualifying tournament.
Masters quotes
April 7, 2006The best lines from day one at the Augusta National
Wyoming Men's Golf to Host Fourth Annual Cowboy Classic, Presented by Cleveland Golf
April 7, 2006Wyoming Men's Golf to Host Fourth Annual Cowboy Classic, Presented by Cleveland Golf 21-team tournament to be held at Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale, Ariz., April 10-11. April 6, 2006 LARAMIE, Wyo. -
Lyle, Park qualify for British Open
April 7, 2006Lyle was thrilled to have qualified for his first major.'It's a dream come true.
Lehman survives 'surreal' shotgun start to Masters
April 7, 2006Karl MacGinty at Augusta TOM LEHMAN was still visibly shaken at Augusta National yesterday as he recounted how he came within inches of death in a close encounter with a crazed gunman on a local highway here.
Augusta Scoreboard
April 7, 20061st Rd scores - (Par 72, US unless stated, (x) denotes amateur) 67 (-5) V Singh (Fiji) 68 (-4) R Mediate 69 (-3) A Oberholser 70 (-2) T Clark (Rsa), R Goosen (Rsa), G Ogilvy (Aus), P Mickelson.
When Hootie calls attention Augusta stands up and listens
April 7, 2006Peter Bills at Augusta THEY sat there at the top table, wrinkled skin or balding heads, peering down at their inquisitors, in the image of old men of the Soviet politburo.
Singh fires a 67
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- In his office overlooking a super-sized golf course, Masters chairman Hootie Johnson must have been smiling.
Lyle, Park and Kapur qualify for British Open
April 7, 2006SINGAPORE --Australia's Jarrod Lyle and Unho Park, and Shiv Kapur of India are heading to the British Open after claiming the top three spots in the Asian qualifying tournament on Friday.
History states Tiger 'in good shape'
April 7, 2006April 7, 2006 DEFENDING champion Tiger Woods likes his chances of winning a fifth Masters title after an opening-round par-72 today (AEST). Examination ... Augusta gave Woods one today.
Frenchman wins Euro award
April 7, 2006April 7, 2006 JEAN Van de Velde's win in the Madeira Island Open following a career-threatening knee injury has brought the Frenchman the European Tour golfer of the Month award for March.
Trio Earn Open Place
April 7, 2006Kapur - rising star in India.
Crenshaw rekindling old feelings at Augusta
April 7, 2006By Kevin Currie, Golf Editor Augusta, GA (Sports Network) - Eleven years seems to be the pattern for Ben Crenshaw. His first Masters title came in 1984 and 11 years later he claimed his second.
Mediate the early leader at Augusta
April 7, 2006Augusta, GA (Sports Network) - Rocco Mediate posted a four-under-par 68 on Thursday to take the lead during the first round of the 70th Masters at Augusta National Golf Club.
Masters First Round News & Notes
April 7, 2006Augusta, GA (Sports Network) - Standing next to his third shot at the 15th, Tiger Woods debated hitting a seven-iron into the grandstands.
Rocco goes 'all in'
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Rocco Mediate's guru isn't much to look at. Leather sandals. White socks. Khaki shorts. Orange shirt. Straw hat. You don't wear this to Augusta National; you wear it to clean your garage.
Singh leads Masters by a shot
April 7, 2006Augusta, GA (Sports Network) - Vijay Singh, the 2000 winner, posted a five- under-par 67 on Thursday to lead after the first round of the 70th Masters at Augusta National Golf Club.
Singh In Tune
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. ( AP) - For all the dread that Augusta National went over the top with its latest round of changes, the Masters sure looked familiar Thursday.
Environmental advisory service to continue
April 7, 2006Environmental advisory service to continue New funding has extended the English Golf Environmental Advisory Service for a fifth year. So far 180 golf clubs have benefited from the scheme. Deadline for receipt of application is 1st May. '
Ames unbowed despite struggles
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, GA. --
Singh sat through a video nasty to claw his way back
April 7, 2006Golf Fri 7 Apr 2006 Singh sat through a video nasty to claw his way back MARK GARROD AT AUGUSTA VIJAY SINGH has been trying all year to show that at 43 he remains a winner at the highest level. Trying and failing.
Lyle, Park and Kapur win Open qualifying spots
April 7, 2006Lyle, Park and Kapur win Open qualifying spots 7-Apr-2006 10:23 (BST) imageJarrod Lyle of Australia - joint winner of international qualifying in Asia for The Open.
BIGGA competition secure
April 7, 2006BIGGA competition secure Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd and Course Care join Scotts UK Professional and Syngenta Professional Products to sponsor the BIGGA Golf Environment Competition for the next three years. '
Georgia Tech and Golf Club of Georgia Host United States Collegiate Championship
April 7, 2006It will be the first collegiate competition ever staged at The Golf Club of Georgia, one of Tech's 'home courses,' and 13 of the nation's top teams will compete over 36 holes on Monday and 18 on Tuesday.
Lyle leads in British qualifier
April 7, 2006Lyle leads in British qualifier SINGAPORE (AP) - Australia's Jarrod Lyle led by one stroke Thursday after the first round of a qualifying tournament for July's British Open.
Crenshaw savours moment
April 7, 2006By TIM DAHLBERG AUGUSTA, Ga. ( AP) - Ben Crenshaw didn't have to open his mouth to explain what the Masters means to him. He was wearing it on his sleeve. Make that over his heart.
Open opportunity for London-area players
April 7, 2006By JOHN HERBERT -- London Free Press London-area players Angie Green and Cheryl Mitchell hope this year's CN Canadian Women's Open helps them launch careers on the LPGA Tour. For Kari Hilton, it could be her final professional event.
Big changes planned for area mini-tour
April 7, 2006By JOHN HERBERT, LONDON FREE PRESS The Great Lakes Tour has always been about young pros dreaming of the big time.
Follow Round 2 of the Masters here
April 7, 2006There's been so much talk about Tiger Woods and Phil Mickleson that sometimes you'd think they're the only golfers on earth. But it was Vijay Singh who came out on top after Round 1 of the Masters. Can he stay atop the leaderboad Friday? Follow the action right here.
Aussies well placed after Masters first round
April 7, 2006Sports Golf Five of the eight Australians entered in the US Masters have finished on even or under par after round one at the first major tournament of the year, with Vijay Singh currently leading...
Vijay makes it look easy
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga.-Vijay Singh knows all about winning major championships.
Stenson blames caddy for late-round collapse
April 7, 2006He shot 41 on the back nine to finish at 77.
Augusta's slick greens suit Goose
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga.-Everyone came to Augusta National for the 70th Masters and the next thing you know, a U.S. Open breaks out. Or at least a U.S.
PGA TOUR players talk NCAA basketball finals
April 7, 2006By Lauren Deason Special to PGATOUR.com The only predictable thing about March Madness is that it is completely unpredictable. Sure, everyone thinks they have the perfect strategy for filling out a winning NCAA Tournament bracket.
PGA TOUR experts make Masters predictions
April 7, 2006PGA TOUR experts make Masters predictions April 5, 2006 So who will win the Green Jacket this year? Our experts offer their pick to win as well as a player who could surprise some people.
Oberholser uses methodical approach for solid opening
April 7, 2006By Melanie HauserPGATOUR.com Correspondent AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Baby steps. Thats the way Arron Oberholser explained his approach to the week. Get here. Get comfortable. Tee off and see what happens. And his expectations for his first Masters?
Singh fires 67 for first-round lead at Masters
April 7, 2006Singh fires 67 for first-round lead at Masters April 6, 2006GolfWeb Wire Services AUGUSTA, Ga. -- In his office overlooking a super-sized golf course, Masters chairman Hootie Johnson must have been smiling.
Notes: Singh's first major 18-hole lead
April 7, 2006By John BushPGA TOUR staff " Vijay Singh has now held/shared the first-round lead 20 times in his career.
Diary: Crane happy with 74 on tough Augusta National
April 7, 2006Diary: Crane happy with 74 on tough Augusta National April 6, 2006 Editor's note: Ben Crane, is writing a diary for PGATOUR.com this week as he plays in his first Masters Tournament. This is Cranes second installment. AUGUSTA, Ga. --
Ogilvy has lots of fun in Masters debut
April 7, 2006By Helen RossPGATOUR.com Chief of Correspondents AUGUSTA, Ga. Geoff Ogilvy played his first round ever at the Masters on Thursday, and he was only nervous over one shot. And it wasnt the drive at the 455-yard first hole, either.
Column: Augusta Gets Under Tiger's Skin
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.His 8-iron shot rode a gentle breeze for most of the 163 yards to the flag, fell lazily back to earth as if harnessed to a parachute and then rolled straight into the cup at No. 14.
Local Overcomes Nerves Early at Masters
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Vaughn Taylor grew up in Augusta, so the nerves were understandable when he made his Masters debut. He had a bogey on his opening hole, another one at No. 2 and settled down for a 75. '
Column: Crenshaw Savors the Moment
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Ben Crenshaw didn't have to open his mouth to explain what the Masters means to him. He was wearing it on his sleeve. Make that over his heart.
Old Guard Fades Away at Augusta
April 7, 2006The Associated PressAUGUSTA, Ga.Raymond Floyd intends to keep playing the Masters as long as his health holds out. On Wednesday, it looked like the end was near.
Kapur sets early qualifying lead on 139
April 7, 2006Kapur sets early qualifying lead on 139 7-Apr-2006 07:33 (BST) imageShiv Kapur of India set the early target in IFQ-Asia on 139 in Singapore.
Toledo in First Place by 13 Following First Round at EKU Spring Invitational
April 7, 2006April 6, 2006 TOLEDO, OH - Toledo opened play today at this weekend's EKU Spring Invitational with a strong showing by shooting a team score of 299 to lead the 14-team field by 13 strokes.
Lady Cardinals Set to Defend Title at Fifth Annual Southland Conference Women's Golf Championships
April 7, 2006April 6, 2006 KINGWOOD- Led by Freshman Therese Nilsson, the Lamar Lady Cardinals are set to compete at the fifth annual Southland Conference Women's Golf Championship Monday through Wednesday at Kingwood Country Club - Forest Course.
A nervous start for the hometown kids
April 7, 2006Vaughn Taylor grew up in Augusta, so the nerves were understandable when he made his Masters debut. He had a bogey on his opening hole, another one at No. 2 and settled down for a 75. "It took me a while to get comfortable," Taylor said. "I was a little more nervous than I wanted to be." Taylor is a two-time winner of the Reno-Tahoe Open who became eligible for the Masters by finishing in the top 40 on the PGA Tour money list a year ago.
A strange Masters week for Tom Lehman
April 7, 2006What a strange week it's been for Tom Lehman. It started with a routine trip to the airport, which turned terrifying when a bullet ripped through the side of his courtesy car. Then came the opening round of the Masters, when he pulled off his shoes and socks, rolled up his pants and dipped his feet into Rae's Creek. Lehman opened the tournament with a 4-over 76 on Thursday - a mediocre score, to be sure, but certainly understandable in light of what the U.S.
Colorado golfers and coach suspended
April 7, 2006The University of Colorado suspended seven members of the men's golf team and the interim coach Wednesday for undisclosed violations of team rules and athletic department policy. The actions did not violate NCAA policy, athletic director Mike Bohn said. The golfers and coach Brad Neher will be prohibited from participating in The Intercollegiate tournament Friday and Saturday in Cary, N.C., he said.
Vijay tames tougher Augusta; Tiger even
April 7, 2006The new Augusta baffled some players, but a familiar name was on top of the leaderboard after Round 1. Vijay Singh fired a 5-under 67 to lead Rocco Mediate by one shot. Phil Mickelson fired a 70, and Tiger Woods sits five shots back after a topsy-turvy back nine.
Big changes make for small number of birdies
April 7, 2006This was one birdie that made Rocco Mediate feel kind of guilty. Landing in the rough on the bulked-up No. 11, Mediate was hoping for a chance to save par. Instead, his 5-iron landed about 10 feet from the pin, giving him a surprisingly easy birdie on a ridiculously hard hole. "You're not supposed to do that on that hole," Mediate said. "I actually kind of apologized to the hole as I left." The rest of the Masters field had a few things to say to the hole, too, few of them printable.
Crenshaw savors the moment at Augusta
April 7, 2006Ben Crenshaw didn't have to open his mouth to explain what the Masters means to him. He was wearing it on his sleeve. Make that over his heart. There it was, the Masters logo, on a shirt that looked like he had bought it that morning from the Augusta National pro shop. Perhaps he had, with the same wide-eyed wonder he had when he first set foot on the course for real as an amateur in 1972.
Woods struggles to finish even par
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Georgia (Ticker) - He wasn't at Pinehurst, it only felt like it. On a dry, hard course with unforgiving greens, you'll have to forgive Tiger Woods for feeling like he was playing in a U.S. Open.
A strange Masters week for Tom Lehman
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. ( AP) - What a strange week it's been for Tom Lehman.| Tee times VIDEO: Tiger feelin' green CMI: John Daly Pt. 1 CMI: John Daly Pt. 2 CMI: John Daly Pt.
Singh sets pace in Masters
April 7, 2006For very different reasons Vijay Singh and Tom Lehman were in the spotlight on the opening day of the 70th Masters at Augusta on Thursday. Singh began his bid for a second green jacket with a five-under-par 67 to lead by one from Rocco Mediate.
Lehman comes up short as Singh leads
April 7, 2006If Colin Montgomerie had been shot in Augusta, he would have let everyone know about it.
Sizzling Singh seizes early initiative
April 7, 2006The Fijian, who hasn't finished outwith the top seven at any of the last four Masters, fired an opening salvo which looked effortless. ' I didn't struggle with my game at all,' he agreed. ' And I hit a lot of good iron shots.
Singh On Song To Master Augusta
April 7, 2006The Fijian, champion in 2000, has struggled with the flat stick in recent years but rolled in birdie putts at the seventh, 11th, 13th, 14th and 15th in a bogey-free round. '
Woods back to defend title, win one for ailing dad
April 7, 2006By Ticker Story April 6, 2006 AUGUSTA, Georgia (Ticker) - Tiger Woods needs no extra motivation heading into a major, especially The Masters. This time, though, he has some.
Singh sets pace in Round 1
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. ( AP-CP) - Vijay Singh was at the top of the Masters leaderboard. No surprise there. Phil Mickelson was right in the mix. That's to be expected. Tiger Woods got off to a sluggish start at Augusta National. Sounds about right.
Hard Work Puts Singh Back In Contention
April 7, 2006By Mark Garrod, PA Sport Golf Correspondent, Augusta Vijay Singh has been trying all year to show that at 43 he remains a winner at the highest level. Trying and failing.
Singh on top
April 7, 2006It will come as no surprise that Vijay Singh, one of four players in the world stacked up behind Tiger Woods, took the early lead at Augusta.
Ogilvy praises start
April 7, 2006Ogilvy praises start Vijay Singh charged home to take the lead after the opening round at Augusta.
Singh: Augusta tough
April 7, 2006Sports Golf Fijian Vijay Singh believes the Augusta National course is still tough despite shooting an opening round 67 to lead the US Masters by one shot.The world number two reeled off four ...
Drive-by shooting fails to put Lehman off
April 7, 2006It was not the lowest round of the day, but in the circumstances it was certainly the most commendable.
Singh calls early shots in long game
April 7, 2006The course may change but it seems the Masters never does.
TOM Lehman, America's Ryder Cup captain, made his 13th appearance at the Masters yesterday and
April 7, 2006A 26-year-old local man was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the incident.
Crenshaw shows old magic
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- He did it again. Just when he takes over for Byron Nelson as host at the Champions Dinner and just when we start thinking its time for him to join Jack and Arnie in a Par-3-and-out week here, Ben Crenshaw finds a little more magic.
Lehman Shot At, Then Shoots 76
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- What a strange week it's been for Tom Lehman. It started with a routine trip to the airport, which turned terrifying when a bullet ripped through the side of his courtesy car.
Notes: Nervous Start for Hometown Kids
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Vaughn Taylor grew up in Augusta, so the nerves were understandable when he made his Masters debut.He had a bogey on his opening hole, another one at No. 2 and settled down for a 75. '
Alternate Shot: Will Rocco contend?
April 7, 2006There was no greater first-round surprise at The Masters than Rocco Mediate's opening 4-under 68 that left him one stroke off Vijay Singh's leading pace.
Ben Crenshaw and caddie Carl Jackson have been there for each other through thick and thin ... and 30 Masters,
April 7, 2006AUGUSTA, Ga. -- They are as vital a part of the Augusta National Golf Club landscape as the azaleas themselves. They have been together for 30 Masters Tournaments. Get ready to have your heart warmed.
Goosen and Clarke keep SA flag flying high
April 7, 2006By Mark Lamport-Stokes Augusta - The South African flag flew proudly at the US Masters on Thursday, with Retief Goosen and Tim Clark finishing three strokes behind leader Vijay Singh of Fiji after opening with two-under-par 70s.
Crenshaw turns back clock with 71
April 7, 2006Crenshaw turns back clock with 71 Posted on 07 April 2006 - 01:47Ben Crenshaw provided the US Masters with an unexpected blast from the past in Augusta on Thursday, carding a one-under 71 to finish among the first-round leaders.
Howell leads British challenge with 71
April 7, 2006Howell leads British challenge with 71 Posted on 07 April 2006 - 00:32David Howell led the British challenge at the US Masters with a one-under-par 71 in Thursday's opening round at Augusta.