Australian Rod Pampling fell just short of being the second man this year to shoot a sub-60 in a round, "settling" for a 60 at the first round of the Shriners Classic in Las Vegas. The 47-year-old had seven birdies and a pair of eagles, but missed long putts on 17 and 18 that would … Continue reading Aussie Pampling Hits Sizzling 60 at Shriners
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Jones Edges Scott, Spieth Down Under
One day, Matthew Jones will sit down with his grandchildren and tell them about the time he held off two World No. 1 players to win the Emirate Australian Open. And how he did it despite giving away six strokes on just three holes on the front nine on Sunday. Jones' final round was anything … Continue reading Jones Edges Scott, Spieth Down Under
Golf Birthdays: September 22-27
September 22 Phil Blackmar, one of the tallest men to ever play on the PGA Tour, turns 58. Standing 6 feet, 7 inches, Blackmar won three PGA tournaments between 19895 and 1997, all three in playoffs, all three with a birdie on the first extra hole. His best finish at a Major came in 1997 … Continue reading Golf Birthdays: September 22-27
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