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Whan's eyes wide open in LPGA job

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive Editor

The 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, 2009

The Dinah has stood LPGA's test of time

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive Editor

Tournaments 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, 2009

Congressman Frank softens stance

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld Executive Editor

Rep. 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, 2009

Regardless of the odds, Seve will fight

Ron Sirak, Golf World

Facing 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, 2008

Bivens speaks out about LPGA Tour's controversial English ruling

Ron Sirak, Golf World

LPGA 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, 2008

Charity event raises money, awareness for breast cancer

Ron Sirak, Golf World

A number of past and present LPGA pros teed it up Monday for a LIFE-saving cause.

Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008

Expect Sorenstam to achieve greatness in next phase of life

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.com

For 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, 2008

Woods seven shots back, but nothing's impossible

Ron Sirak, ESPN.com

Tiger 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, 2008

Age and time have helped Tiger become a better golfer

Ron Sirak, Golf World

What 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, 2008

Tired of Tiger? Golf fans a century from now will envy us

Ron Sirak, Golf World

With 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, 2008

Wie's return already deemed a success

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.com

Sure, 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, 2008

Annika back on top of her game -- and she's not alone

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.com

Annika 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, 2008

With latest win, Woods' intimidation factor is back

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.com

Tiger Woods' victory in Dubai came with a side order of intimidation, as fellow challengers wilted during his final-round charge.

Story | Conversation | February 04, 2008

Golf Channel announcer suspended 2 weeks for 'lynch' Tiger comment

Ron Sirak, GolfWorld.com

Golf 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, 2008

Leadbetter says wie won't play men's events in '08

Ron Sirak, Golf World

Michelle Wie is apparently going to focus on playing women's events in '08. Ron Sirak looks at the possibilities.

Story | Conversation | December 21, 2007