Coming off a terrible 2014, Brandt Snedeker delivered in the biggest tournament of 2015 to date, breaking his own record at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, firing a 64-67-67-67 - 265 to win the even by three strokes over Nick Watney. Neither Watney, nor anyone else, really had a chance against Snedeker, who didn't … Continue reading Brandt Snedeker Tops Own Mark, Wins Pebble Beach
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Andrew Dodt Unlikely Winner in Thailand
Four days, four leaders at the True Thailand Classic, with the final one the most unlikely at all. Australia's Andrew Dodt, who had to go through Qualifying School last November after losing his card at the end of 2013, secured his first top 10 finish since 2010, defeating Thongchai Jaidee by one stroke. “To be … Continue reading Andrew Dodt Unlikely Winner in Thailand
Jim Furyk Rides Birdie Streak to Pebble Beach Lead
Just when it seemed like Jim Furyk was out of contention for the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Tournament title, he came roaring back. Furyk fired seven birdies in his last 10 holes to finish with a 63 and take a 1-shot lead headed to Sunday. After starting the day in 14th place, Furyk was … Continue reading Jim Furyk Rides Birdie Streak to Pebble Beach Lead
Australia’s Hend Takes Lead in Thailand
Close-knit scores suggest anything could happen on the final day of the Thailand Classic Sunday, with 12 players within five strokes of the lead through 54 holes. The third leader in as many days, Australia's Scott Hend, fired a 66 to climb to 15-under, good for a 1-stroke lead over local son Thongchai Jaidee and … Continue reading Australia’s Hend Takes Lead in Thailand
Brandt Snedeker, Mike Jones Tied at Pebble Beach
John Daly faded back into the pack on Day 2 at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Friday, while recent winners Brandt Snedeker and Matt Jones rose to the top. Jones added a 66 to his opening-round 65, while Snedeker posted a 67 after his opening-day 64. Jones rang up eight birdies, but a pair … Continue reading Brandt Snedeker, Mike Jones Tied at Pebble Beach
51-derful: Jimenez Takes Lead at Thailand
Ponce de Leon believed the Fountain of Youth was located somewhere in what is now Florida. Miguel Angel Jimenez would have you believe it's actually in Southeast Asia. The 51-year-old Spaniard fired a 66 on Friday at the True Thailand Classic, dropping to 11-under and taking a one-stroke lead halfway through the tournament. Only a … Continue reading 51-derful: Jimenez Takes Lead at Thailand
Golf Birthdays: February 13-15
It's a tough couple of days for golf birthdays. Either you're deemed unlucky for having one fall on Friday the 13th, or largely ignored because it's the same day as Valentine's Day. Here's a look at some of the candle-lighters for February 13-15. February 14 Clark Dennis, who finished tied for sixth at the 1994 US … Continue reading Golf Birthdays: February 13-15
Tiger Woods Watches Girlfriend Ski on First Day Off
Remember that time you felt burnt out at work, so you announced you were taking some time off, then flew on your private jet to Colorado to watch your model girlfriend ski professionally? Of course you don't, because your name isn't Tiger Woods. On his first day of life after announcing he was pulling back … Continue reading Tiger Woods Watches Girlfriend Ski on First Day Off
Rookie Mark Hubbard Proposes on Course
Mark Hubbard's par putt on 18 to finish the first round at Pebble Beach with an even-par 72 was just the appetizer to the best part of his day. Just after sinking the putt, the 25-year-old Hubbard turned and got down on a knee to propose marriage to girlfriend Meaghan McCurley. "Her mom had the … Continue reading Rookie Mark Hubbard Proposes on Course
John Daly Turns back the clock with 65
Up until Thursday morning, John Daly's only headline of the week was that his current girlfriend was being sued by his ex-wife for whatever in the world marital sabotage is. On Thursday in beautiful Southern California, Daly partied like it was in 2005. His 7-under 65 at the Monterrey Course put him one stroke back … Continue reading John Daly Turns back the clock with 65