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Two of tour's top 10 played more in '09

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

Did the PGA Tour's biggest stars play more events in 2009 like commissioner Tim Finchem asked? The answer is ... complicated, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

With Masters invite, Asian Amateur Championship rises in status

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

When the Masters gets involved in a worldwide golf initiative, you can't help but take notice. When the club's chairman, Billy Payne, leaves the Augus...

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Cup captains are just along for the ride

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

In the aftermath of an impressive United States victory over Europe last year at the Ryder Cup, captain Paul Azinger was heaped with praise for his st...

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Mickelson primed to challenge Tiger in 2010

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

We are long past the point of expecting Phil Mickelson to be an every-week rival to Tiger Woods. Nobody has been able to fill that role. Although Left...

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No rest for the weary at BMW Championship

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

LEMONT, Ill. -- Golfers run the risk of receiving ridicule when they complain about being tired. You can hear the snickers all the way across Lake Mic...

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Woods takes 1-shot lead at Hazeltine

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

Tiger Woods took a one-stroke lead into the clubhouse at the PGA Championship on Thursday, taking advantage of the long par 5s at Hazeltine National.

Story | Conversation | August 13, 2009

First three majors of '09 prove a point

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

CHASKA, Minn. -- The idea of trying to pick the winner heading into a major championship is ridiculous, with this year's prior results offering plenty...

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Tours' sponsorship woes creating uncertainty

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

AKRON, Ohio -- One tournament folds, another steps in to take its place. It is not nearly that simple, but nonetheless quite remarkable. Only a day ...

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No. 16 proved the turning point

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

A criticism of many of Tiger Woods' contemporaries is they don't show up in the final round. Padraig Harrington didn't falter at Firestone, at least until a rules official sidetracked what had been a fantastic finish.

Story | Conversation | July 18, 2009

Woods reigns over top-tier players

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

The victory at the Memorial and the way he went about it seemed to quiet the critics. And so did, to a certain extent, Tiger Woods' performance at the...

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Tiger opens with bogey-free 65

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

The putts that failed to fall three weeks ago at the Masters were dropping for Tiger Woods on Thursday during the opening round of the Quail Hollow Championship, leading to a 7-under-par 65 and the early lead.

Story | Conversation | April 30, 2009

Finding cure for son's autism a main focus for Els

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

Ernie Els has never used it as an excuse, and repeatedly points out that life is filled with obstacles, even for famous professional golfers. War...

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At 86, Sifford still making a difference

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

The lost years can never be regained. Charlie Sifford has spent a good part of his days wondering what might have been, how opportunity never really...

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For some, dual tour memberships could yield financial privileges

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

The Race to Dubai will certainly draw interest from PGA Tour stars like Phil Mickelson and Vijay Singh to consider membership on the European Tour. But don't expect a mass exodus any time soon, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2008

Coming back to Bellerive revives memories of 9/11

Bob Harig, ESPN.com

The PGA Tour returns to St. Louis this week for the first time since 2001. While many players are focused on the FedEx Cup playoffs, it's nearly impossible for them to forget the last time they were in the Gateway City, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2008