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Golf’s Greats as “Faces in the Crowd”

One of Sports Illustrated's most long-lasting and popular features is its "Faces in the Crowd" section which highlights amateur athletes from across the United States whose accomplishments in given sports are particularly note-worthy.  Over the history of the magazine, many professional golfers have appeared "before they were famous". Here's a look at the write-ups that … Continue reading Golf’s Greats as “Faces in the Crowd” →

Roger Federer’s Win Is New Hope for Tiger Woods

The greatest player of his age, perhaps of all time. An injury that destroyed his game and a rehab that took much longer than expected. The prime of his career appearing over. Then suddenly, victory. Victory at the highest level. Victory when victory seemed no longer possible. It's the story Tiger Woods desperately desires. It's … Continue reading Roger Federer’s Win Is New Hope for Tiger Woods →

Justin Rose Takes 1-Stroke Lead to Weekend at Torrey Pines

Justin Rose came back down to earth on Friday at the Farmers Insurance Open, but so did everyone else. Thus Rose's 1-under was good enough to keep the Brit in the lead at 8-under. "Everyone has played both courses now, and now we get to play the bruiser for the next two days,'' Rose said. "So … Continue reading Justin Rose Takes 1-Stroke Lead to Weekend at Torrey Pines →