The Top 10 in the official world golf rankings keeps getting younger and younger. Jordan Spieth rose to No. 6 in the world by winning the Valspar Open on Sunday. Spieth was previously ranked 10th, and had never been ranked higher than eighth. Meanwhile George Coetzee's win at the Tshwane Open saw him jump in … Continue reading Jordan Spieth New World No. 6
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Jordan Spieth Wins Valspar on 30-Foot Playoff Putt
You know you had a good round when even your 30-foot birdie putt to win the tournament isn't necessarily your best shot of the day. That was the case for 21-year-old Jordan Spieth on Sunday at the Valspar Open, as he made tremendous shot after shot down the stretch to fight his way into a … Continue reading Jordan Spieth Wins Valspar on 30-Foot Playoff Putt
Ryan Moore Takes 1-Stroke at Valspar
Ryan Moore fired a 4-under 67, tied for the best score of the day, to take a 1-stroke lead into the final round of the Valspar Open. Moore fired 12 straight pars to open the day, then birdied four of last six holes to make his mark in the round. Moore is the only player … Continue reading Ryan Moore Takes 1-Stroke at Valspar
Brandon DeJonge Takes Lead at Valspar
Brandon DeJonge is the new leader in a crowded field as Valspar, thanks to two long birdie putts that earned him a 69 on Friday. At 6-under, DeJonge, one of just a few African players not at home for the Tshwane Open this week, has a 1-stroke lead over four players, including two who he … Continue reading Brandon DeJonge Takes Lead at Valspar