Whan's eyes wide open in LPGA job
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive EditorThe specter of the previous LPGA commissioner loomed over Wednesday's news conference where Michael Whan became the eighth person to lead the tour. At first blush, he appears to own a solid philosophy to right the ship, writes GolfWorld Executive Editor Ron Sirak.
Story | Conversation | October 28, 2009The Dinah has stood LPGA's test of time
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive EditorTournaments and sponsors generally aren't included among golf's many long-standing traditions. One exception: the Dinah Shore, which has been a trusted pillar of strength on the sometimes-shaky LPGA Tour.
Story | Conversation | April 01, 2009Congressman Frank softens stance
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive EditorRep. Barney Frank lambasted Northern Trust Open organizers for lavish parties while getting federal bailout money. What's that called inside the Beltway, Mr. Congressman? I believe the term is "lobbying," writes GolfWorld executive editor Ron Sirak.
Story | Conversation | March 08, 2009Regardless of the odds, Seve will fight
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldFacing some of golf's toughest odds, Seve Ballesteros was a master at taking on a challenge and coming out on top. After revealing he has a brain tumor, the Spaniard undoubtedly will muster all of his abilities in the most dire of fights, writes GolfWorld's Ron Sirak.
Story | Conversation | October 12, 2008Bivens speaks out about LPGA Tour's controversial English ruling
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldLPGA Tour commissioner Carolyn Bivens, in an interview with GolfWorld, spoke about the "troubling" reaction to the controversial English language policy. What she doesn't realize is her bold move to tackle a very real issue may, in fact, create even more problems, writes GolfWorld's Ron Sirak.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008Charity event raises money, awareness for breast cancer
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldA number of past and present LPGA pros teed it up Monday for a LIFE-saving cause.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008Expect Sorenstam to achieve greatness in next phase of life
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.comFor Annika Sorenstam, it's always been about the challenge, not the glory. As she sets out on the next phase of her life, expect nothing less than greatness.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2008Woods seven shots back, but nothing's impossible
Ron Sirak, ESPN.comTiger Woods has 11 people between him and the lead at the Masters. And that's not too many to climb over.
Story | Conversation | April 11, 2008Age and time have helped Tiger become a better golfer
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldWhat is the difference between the Tiger Woods of today and the one who took the tour by storm in 1997? Time, writes Ron Sirak, time.
Story | Conversation | March 19, 2008Tired of Tiger? Golf fans a century from now will envy us
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldWith the Tiger Woods show on hiatus until Thursday's Arnold Palmer Invitational, GolfWorld's Ron Sirak shares many of the things he doesn't "get" about golf -- including how anyone wouldn't enjoy the pure genius of the game's No. 1 player.
Story | Conversation | March 09, 2008Wie's return already deemed a success
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.comSure, it's only one round, but in her return to the LPGA, Michelle Wie's 3-under 69 at the Fields Open proved that she is ready to start the next chapter of her career.
Story | Conversation | February 21, 2008Annika back on top of her game -- and she's not alone
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.comAnnika Sorenstam's latest victory at the SBS Open was so much fun to watch because so many young players challenged her for the title.
Story | Conversation | February 17, 2008With latest win, Woods' intimidation factor is back
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.comTiger Woods' victory in Dubai came with a side order of intimidation, as fellow challengers wilted during his final-round charge.
Story | Conversation | February 04, 2008Golf Channel announcer suspended 2 weeks for 'lynch' Tiger comment
Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.comGolf Channel suspended play-by-play announcer Kelly Tilghman for two weeks on Wednesday for saying last week that young players who wanted to challenge Tiger Woods should "lynch him in a back alley."
Story | Conversation | January 09, 2008Leadbetter says wie won't play men's events in '08
Ron Sirak, Golf WorldMichelle Wie is apparently going to focus on playing women's events in '08. Ron Sirak looks at the possibilities.
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