Winning any PGA tournament is awesome. Winning the one that gets you into The Masters is as good as it gets. Russell Henley did just that Sunday at the rain-soaked Shell Houston Open, rallying from four shots down to win by three with a 7-under 65. He made 10 birdies in the final 18 holes. … Continue reading Russell Henley wins SHO, Clinches Masters Berth
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Dustin Johnson Widens Lead at No. 1
If somebody doesn't do something quick, Dustin Johnson's going to run away and hide with this No. 1 gig. The American who has won his last three PGA starts made it six straight weeks with the top spot in the rankings, and has built a sizable lead on No. 2 Rory McIlroy. Johnson is averaging … Continue reading Dustin Johnson Widens Lead at No. 1
Dustin Johnson Holds Off Jon Rahm for WGC-Dell Title
Dustin Johnson became the first man to win all four WGC events in his career, defeating Spain's Jon Rahm in the final on Sunday, his third straight win. All in a week's work for the No. 1 player in the world. “Pretty awesome,” said Johnson. “Definitely kind of cool to be the first one to … Continue reading Dustin Johnson Holds Off Jon Rahm for WGC-Dell Title
Matsuyama New Leader of FedEx Race
Hideki Matsuyama has taken over the lead at in the FedEx Cup Standings, surpassing Justin Thomas. Matsuyama has racked up 1,746 points in nine events this season. Thomas is right behind him with 1,737 points in 10 events. Reigning No. 1 Dustin Johnson is third with 1,353 points in six events. Canadian Adam Hadwin and … Continue reading Matsuyama New Leader of FedEx Race
Groups Set for WGC-Dell
Four Major winners will share Group 1 at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play which will be held at the Austin Country Club this week. #1 Dustin Johnson will pair with Jimmy Walker, Martin Kaymer, and Webb Simpson in Group 1. All four men have at least one Major under their belts. Just as … Continue reading Groups Set for WGC-Dell
Leishman Rises to 32nd; McIlroy Takes Over #2
Australia's Marc Leishman rose from 62nd to 32nd in the world with his at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, while Rory McIlroy moved past Jason Day to reclaim the No. 2 position in the world. Leishman guaranteed himself a spot in the Masters and a three-year PGA exemption with the win in Orlando on Sunday. Australia … Continue reading Leishman Rises to 32nd; McIlroy Takes Over #2
Leishman Wins Palmer with 51-Foot Eagle
Even the great Arnold Palmer, a showman who inspired generations of future golfers, would have been impressed with this one. Australia Marc Leishman drained a 51-foot eagle on the 16th hole at the first Arnold Palmer Invitational held since the legend's death to take the lead. He held it for just three holes, but they … Continue reading Leishman Wins Palmer with 51-Foot Eagle
Phil Mickelson on Witness List for Vegas Gambler Trial
Phil Mickelson might say he has nothing to do with the insider trading case against William T. Walters, but Walters' lawyers say differently. As the Vegas gambler's trial opened up in Manhattan on Wednesday, and the opening salvos showed Mickelson listed as 13th of the defense's 20 witnesses. Mickelson isn't charged with any crimes or … Continue reading Phil Mickelson on Witness List for Vegas Gambler Trial
Kisner, Hoffman Tied at Palmer Invitational
Kevin Kisner fired a 4-under 68 to tied Charley Hoffman for the lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Orlando on Sunday. After shooting 68-66 the first two days, Hoffman came back to earth with a 1-under 71. Kisner might have taken the out and out lead but he bogeyed 18 and collecting six birdies … Continue reading Kisner, Hoffman Tied at Palmer Invitational
Hoffman Leads Palmer Through 2 Rounds
American Charley Hoffman shot a 6-under 66 on Friday to take a 1-stroke lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at the halfway point. Just 1-over par through four holes, racked up seven birdies over the final 14 holes to slip past Argentina's Emilliano Grillo for the outright lead. Hoffman, 40, is in pursuit of his … Continue reading Hoffman Leads Palmer Through 2 Rounds