Sports News - Golf
LPGA's English-only policy draws criticism
NORTON, Mass. - Thursday, 28 August 2008 15:24:08
By DOUG FERGUSON - AP Golf Writer
Imagine what could have happened to Angel Cabrera if he belonged to a tour that required its players to speak English.
Volatile system brings unpredictable PGA playoffs
NORTON, Mass. - Wednesday, 27 August 2008 15:55:15
By DOUG FERGUSON - AP Golf Writer
Padraig Harrington has won the last two majors and is considered the favorite to be voted player of the year on the PGA Tour. But if he doesn't play well the next two weeks, he might not even make it to the Tour Championship.
Volatile system brings unpredictable playoffs
NORTON, Mass. - Wednesday, 27 August 2008 15:53:49
By DOUG FERGUSON - AP Golf Writer
Padraig Harrington has won the last two majors and is considered the favorite to be voted player of the year on the PGA Tour. But if he doesn't play well the next two weeks, he might not even make it to the Tour Championship.
LPGA to require English for intl players
ORLANDO, Fla. - Tuesday, 26 August 2008 15:27:31
The LPGA Tour boasts players from all over the world, and it wants all of them to be able to speak English.
Recovering Tiger Woods says 2009 schedule unclear
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, 25 August 2008 14:08:47
Tiger Woods said he is not sure whether he will be ready to defend his title at the Dubai Desert Classic early next year.
Tiger Woods says his 2009 schedule uncertain
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, 25 August 2008 07:26:52
Tiger Woods said he is not sure whether he will be ready to defend his title at the Dubai Desert Classic early next year.
Federer leans on US Open success after tough year
NEW YORK - Monday, 25 August 2008 03:35:07
By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press Writer
His Wimbledon reign and No. 1 ranking surrendered, Roger Federer has one trump card left in his competition with Rafael Nadal: four straight U.S. Open titles.
Golf Capsules
PARAMUS, N.J. - Friday, 22 August 2008 19:31:00
By The Associated Press
Steve Stricker shot a 7-under 64 in perfect morning conditions Friday to take a three-stroke lead over Hunter Mahan in the FedEx Cup playoff opener.
Fire destroys Gary Nicklaus' home
JUPITER, Fla. - Wednesday, 20 August 2008 14:23:49
A home being built for the son of Jack Nicklaus in Jupiter, Florida, has been destroyed by fire.
Fillmore wins qualifying portion of US Amateur
PINEHURST, N.C. - Tuesday, 19 August 2008 18:31:23
Robbie Fillmore, who never touched a club during two years away from golf, shot 5-under 65 on Tuesday to win the stroke-play portion of the U.S. Amateur.
Danny Lee continues strong play at US Amateur
PINEHURST, N.C. - Monday, 18 August 2008 17:47:34
A whirlwind of a month is almost over for Danny Lee. First, he became only the sixth player in the 106-year history of the Western Amateur to sweep medalist and match play honors, joining a group that includes Phil Mickelson and Curtis Strange.
Lee continues strong play at US Amateur
PINEHURST, N.C. - Monday, 18 August 2008 17:46:23
A whirlwind of a month is almost over for Danny Lee.
Harrington hopes majors lead to increased confidence
TRYON, N.C. - Sunday, 17 August 2008 11:44:46
By PETE IACOBELLI - AP Sports Writer
There's little doubt Padraig Harrington's victories at the British Open and PGA Championships mark him as one of the world's best golfers.
Luke Donald has surgery, out for the year
NEW YORK - Tuesday, 12 August 2008 08:12:36
Luke Donald has undergone surgery on his left wrist and will miss the remainder of the season, officially ending any hopes of playing on the Ryder Cup team for Europe.
Jack Nicklaus picking Team USA to win Ryder Cup
SELLERSBURG, Ind. - Monday, 11 August 2008 14:14:13
Jack Nicklaus isn't worried about Tiger Woods' absence hurting Team USA's chances of winning the Ryder Cup next month at Valhalla in Louisville.
Annika Sorenstam salutes fans but has no regrets
SUNNINGDALE, England - Sunday, 03 August 2008 14:28:29
By BRIAN CREIGHTON - Associated Press Writer
Huddled under an umbrella in the pouring rain, Annika Sorenstam walked up to the 18th green in the final round of her final major to take the cheers from the fans. A sign on the scoreboard said: "Annika, you will be missed."
Wie misses cut; McLachlin's 62 ties record at Reno
RENO, Nev. - Friday, 01 August 2008 15:39:25
By SCOTT SONNER - Associated Press Writer
Michelle Wie failed in her eighth attempt to make the cut on the PGA Tour, shooting a second-round 80 at the Legends Reno-Tahoe Open Friday. Parker McLachlin tied the course record with a 62 to take the lead into the clubhouse at 14-under par.