Woods exacts a bit of revenge in win
Bob Harig, ESPN.comA perfect 5-0-0 run to lead the U.S. to a Presidents Cup victory capped off a stirring climax to the 2009 season for Tiger Woods. Not even the world's No. 1 player expected that much in his return from ACL surgery, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | October 10, 2009Norman goes under the microscope
Bob Harig, ESPN.comThe swirl surrounding Greg Norman will take on added significance this week as the Presidents Cup International team captain deals with multiple issues, including his recent separation from his wife, Chris Evert, his controversial wild-card picks and guiding a team that has struggled to defeat the Americans, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2009Barnes, Glover hold tenuous Open lead
Bob Harig, ESPN.comRicky Barnes, ranked 519th in the world, impressively set a few records en route to a share of the overnight lead Sunday at the U.S. Open. Don't let that fool anyone into thinking Monday's final round isn't completely wide open, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | June 20, 2009A year later, it's time to reminisce
Bob Harig, ESPN.comEventually, the world came to know how truly remarkable Tiger Woods' 2008 U.S Open victory was. So what did those closest to the action think as they watched history unfold before their eyes?
Story | Conversation | June 13, 2009Pavin earned shot as Ryder Cup captain
Bob Harig, ESPN.comPaul Azinger's pairings might have made many believe the captain is crucial to winning the Ryder Cup. But like a head coach in football or a manager in baseball, the captain doesn't hit a single shot. It's all about making putts, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | December 10, 2008Tiger's triumph at Torrey was most memorable event of '08, maybe ever
Bob Harig, ESPN.comA galloping Boo Weekley. A return to Ryder Cup supremacy. Saying "until next time" but not "goodbye" to a legend. They were all part of the fabric that became the 2008 golf season. But none could touch the magic that captivated sports fans everywhere in June at Torrey Pines, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | December 10, 2008On heels of Ryder Cup victory, Kim continues to impress at Tour Championship
Bob Harig, ESPN.comWhile most of his Ryder Cup teammates floated back to Earth on Thursday at the Tour Championship, Anthony Kim stayed in the stratosphere long enough to card an opening-round 64 for a four-shot lead, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2008Azinger's pairings strategy crucial to Americans in reclaiming Ryder Cup
Bob Harig, ESPN.comPaul Azinger brought many things to the table when he was named Ryder Cup captain. The most crucial may have been a plan for his pairings that was instrumental in the American's first Ryder Cup victory since 1999, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2008Despite early hiccups, Americans rebound to take early lead at Ryder Cup
Bob Harig, ESPN.comDespite digging a deep hole in two separate matches early, Anthony Kim and the Americans overcame the pressure to secure the U.S.'s first winning session to start a Ryder Cup since 1991, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2008Kim's youthful exuberance helps Mickelson's Ryder Cup turnaround
Bob Harig, ESPN.comAfter winning 1½ of a possible two points Friday at the Ryder Cup, rookie Anthony Kim might just have the game and personality to bring out the best in new partner Phil Mickelson, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2008Americans look to rookies to change Ryder Cup fortunes
Bob Harig, ESPN.comIf all the Ryder Cup memories most Americans own are of losing, then maybe half the U.S. squad being rookies isn't a bad thing, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008Time to fix the playoffs -- and here's where to start
Bob Harig, ESPN.comThe catcalls from many players have been loud and clear that the new FedEx Cup playoff points system isn't perfect. So here are a few suggestions -- including limiting the number of playoff participants -- to fix the problems, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2008No American players stepped up to make Azinger's job any easier
Bob Harig, ESPN.comThe selections made by U.S. Ryder Cup captain Paul Azinger with his at-large picks Tuesday did little to dispel the notion that the Americans will clearly be the underdogs against the European squad, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008There's nothing simple about captain's picks for Azinger
Bob Harig, ESPN.comU.S. Ryder Cup captain Paul Azinger will make his four captain's picks Sept. 2, but whom will he choose? The list of potential players has been a bit underwhelming of late, but there are a few key factors to be considered while making our predictions, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2008Azinger admits it would have been difficult if he had to make his picks this early
Bob Harig, ESPN.comThe morning after the PGA Championship, the Ryder Cup captain traditionally makes his two at-large picks. Not this year. On Monday, some of Paul Azinger's revisions to the selection process began to take shape, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.
Story | Conversation | August 09, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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