Posts Tagged ‘golf’

Members Dig In to Preserve Struggling Golf Clubs

Sunday, May 27th, 2012

With golf courses closing because of failed real estate developments, a South Carolina club, which was purchased by residents, is an example of a new working model in the industry.

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Members Dig In to Preserve Struggling Golf Clubs

Oosthuizen Jolts Masters’ Final Round

Sunday, April 8th, 2012

Peter Hanson and Phil Mickelson were set to chase a Masters title on a picture-perfect day at Augusta National on Sunday, but Louis Oosthuizen made the biggest move early with a double eagle on No. 2.

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Ideal Conditions for Masters’ Final Round

Sunday, April 8th, 2012

Peter Hanson and Phil Mickelson are set to chase a Masters title on a picture-perfect day at Augusta National on Sunday.

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Virginia Rometty, I.B.M. Chief, Expected at Masters

Friday, April 6th, 2012

Virginia M. Rometty is expected to attend the Masters to entertain clients while a debate continues about Augusta National Golf Club’s men-only membership policy.

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Virginia Rometty, I.B.M. Chief, Expected at Masters

Video Game Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13, From Electronic Arts

Thursday, April 5th, 2012

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13 by Electronic Arts is hands-free and makes a genuine effort to mimic a real-world physical activity.

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Video Game Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13, From Electronic Arts

Treasure of Golf’s Sad Past, Black Caddies Vanish in Era of Riches

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Tiger Woods’s success has helped push the black caddie to the brink of extinction.

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SNP dismisses Trump legal threat

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

The SNP dismisses claims by Donald Trump that he could win a “very large lawsuit” over plans to build wind turbines near his golf resort.

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SNP dismisses Trump legal threat

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

The SNP dismisses claims by Donald Trump that he could win a “very large lawsuit” over plans to build wind turbines near his golf resort.

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Tiger Woods Wins Chevron World Challenge by 1 Stroke

Monday, December 5th, 2011

Despite signs of jangled nerves, Tiger Woods beat Zach Johnson by one stroke to win the Chevron World Challenge on Sunday, in his 27th start since his last victory.

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Tiger Woods Wins Chevron World Challenge by 1 Stroke

D.C.’s Drilling Tennis and Golf Shop is closing

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

Donald Rumsfeld bought squash gear there. Condoleezza Rice picked up tennis rackets. Former U.S. senator John Warner of Virginia used to stop by for tennis and golf equipment but stuck around for some spirited political debate. Since 1975, Drilling Tennis and Golf Shop downtown has been a destination for Washington’s power players and anybody else looking for new rackets, tips on improving their swing or just good conversation. But now the shop — for years the only store downtown catering to the golf and tennis crowd — is going out of business. Read full article > >

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Looking Lost, Woods Takes Nearest Exit

Saturday, August 13th, 2011

Woods finished Friday’s second round at 10 over par for the tournament. That left him on the wrong side of the cut, something that had happened to him only twice since 1996.

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Looking Lost, Woods Takes Nearest Exit

At the P.G.A. Championship, the Pros Play With the Pros

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

The P.G.A. Championship sets aside 20 spots in the field of 156 for working everyday golf pros, who usually spend their time giving lessons or working in the pro shops at local courses.

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At the P.G.A. Championship, the Pros Play With the Pros

Woods to Miss U.S. Open

Tuesday, June 7th, 2011

Still recovering from injuries to his left knee and Achilles’ tendon, Tiger Woods said he would not be ready in time.

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Woods to Miss U.S. Open

Limping, Tiger Woods Withdraws After 9 Holes

Thursday, May 12th, 2011

Tiger Woods shot a six-over-par 42 on the front nine before withdrawing from the Players Championship with a leg injury.

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Limping, Tiger Woods Withdraws After 9 Holes

A Golf Ball That Won’t Slice Comes With a Catch: It’s Illegal

Tuesday, May 10th, 2011

The dimples on the Polara create a straighter and lower trajectory, but there’s a drawback: the ball does not conform to the official rules of golf.

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A Golf Ball That Won’t Slice Comes With a Catch: It’s Illegal