Europe dominated the afternoon foursomes to grab a 5-3 lead after the first day of the Ryder Cup at Gleneagles. But it was a dramatic finish by Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia that had the gallery buzzing.
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Alan Livingston’s debut novel “Gabriel’s Creek” shares the story of an enchanted bucket list round of golf on a course described as “magical.”
Rickie Fowler has a new “USA” haircut and his Ryder Cup captain Tom Watson thinks it’s terrific. The 25-year-old Fowler, who is making his second appearance in the biennial team event this week, raised a few eyebrows when he showed off the letters ‘USA’ shaved into the side of his head during practice on Monday.
If you want to get something done, then do it yourself, might be the new strategy Tiger Woods employs when it comes to hiring a new swing coach.
The Shriners Hospitals for Children Open is adding special viewing areas, a revamped Hill and swimming pools to make attending the event at TPC Summerlin more fan-friendly.
Las Vegan Gary Carpendale was eliminated in the match-play portion of the U.S. Senior Amateur championship in Newport Beach, Calif. Carpendale, one of four locals to qualify, was defeated 4 and 2 by Lee Sandlin of Dallas in the round of 32 matches.
Henderson’s Kevin Marsh was defeated in the semifinals of the United States Golf Association’s Mid-Amateur Championship on Wednesday, losing 3 and 2 to Scott Harvey of Greensboro, N.C., at the Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pa.
American David Lipsky beat overnight leader Graeme Storm at the first extra hole of a playoff to win the European Masters on Sunday, his first success on the European Tour.
Schoolwork remains the top priority for the Crusaders, but their scores get getting better.
Webb Simpson’s season just got a little longer. But the Shriners Open defending champ doesn’t mind after being selected to represent the United States in the upcoming Ryder Cup.
U.S. captain Tom Watson went with experience and a gut feeling Tuesday when he filled out his Ryder Cup team with Keegan Bradley, Hunter Mahan and Webb Simpson.
United States captain Tom Watson opted for a blend of experience and form in choosing Keegan Bradley, Hunter Mahan and Webb Simpson as his wildcard picks for this month’s Ryder Cup against holders Europe.
Tiger Woods is leaving swing coach Sean Foley after four years and no majors.
ARCIS Equity Partners, based in Dallas, has purchased the Desert Pines Golf Club of Las Vegas. Dallas-based Eagle Golf Management will operate Desert Pines.
Larger golf cups are supposed to help fix what ails golf. In the manner of bumpers on a bowling alley, they make the game easier, and shave about an hour off a typical round.