Golf News
Mickelson Sorry for Public Airing of Tax Issues
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 23:23
Phil Mickelson is relying on some self-deprecating humor and his worst moment in golf to stop the chatter about his taxes.
Evans: A tough dance for Tim Finchem
ESPN - 23 Jan 2013 22:50
Tim Finchem sits at the middle of a firestorm when it comes to the anchoring ban. No matter the final outcome, he faces a difficult balancing act, writes ESPN.com's Farrell Evans.
Tour: Long putter rule could be distraction
ESPN - 23 Jan 2013 21:42
The first PGA Tour meeting on a proposed rule for long putters made only one thing clear to commissioner Tim Finchem. There's still a long way to go to decide what the tour will do, and it figures to be messy.
Tour Braces for 'Difficult Situation' on Anchoring
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 20:47
PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem says a proposed rule affecting long putters is likely to be a distraction.
Finchem talks about anchoring ban and players' meeting at Farmers presser
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 20:44
Golf's proposed ban on anchored putting dominated the conversation as PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem held a press conference at Torrey Pines on Wednesday, the morning after the USGA's Mike Davis addressed a players' m...
Live Blog: Round 1 at 2013 Farmers Insurance Open
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 20:44
Live coverage of Tiger Woods's first round at the 2013 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines
Donald's major target
Sky Sports - 23 Jan 2013 20:35
Former world number one Luke Donald is determined to end his major championship drought after signing a new multi-year extension with Japanese club manufacturers Mizuno.
Golf: Rose Rues One-Shot Penalty as Santos Leads at Qatar Masters
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 19:28
World number four Justin Rose was left bemoaning a penalty on the 17th green as Portugal's Ricardo Santos set the pace with a seven-under-par 65 in the Qatar Masters first round on Wednesday.
Rose fuming over penalty
Sky Sports - 23 Jan 2013 18:57
Justin Rose was left fuming after he carded a 68 in the opening round of the Qatar Masters on Wednesday.
Golf: Donald Sticks With Tried and Tested Clubs
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 17:49
World number three Luke Donald has extended his contract with clubmakers Mizuno as the Englishman seeks to end his wait for a first major title.
Santos Takes 1-Shot Lead in Qatar
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 16:58
Ricardo Santos of Portugal had five birdies on his back nine to finish with a 7-under 65 Wednesday in the opening round of the Qatar Masters, taking a one shot lead over Anthony Wall and Peter Whiteford.
Santos setting pace in Qatar
Sky Sports - 23 Jan 2013 15:58
World number 183 Ricardo Santos upstaged the big names in round one of the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters in Doha.
Golf: Olesen Has Everything It Takes, Says Fellow Dane Bjorn
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 15:34
Thomas Bjorn believes compatriot Thorbjorn Olesen can become one of the best players in the world after watching the youngster card a four-under-par 68 in the Qatar Masters first round on Wednesday.
Ogilvy Could Add International Flavor
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 03:52
Geoff Ogilvy of Australia has a chance to be a small part of history on the PGA Tour, even if he thinks history is against him.
Torrey Pines a Good Gauge for Tiger
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2013 02:20
Based on his record alone, there could be cause for alarm the way Tiger Woods started his season.
Mickelson takes mulligan on tax comments
Chicago Tribune - 23 Jan 2013 02:04Evans: Tiger set for 2013 PGA Tour debut
ESPN - 23 Jan 2013 01:56
On each return trip, the memories come flooding back at Torrey Pines for Tiger Woods. Will he be able to make some new ones this week at the Farmers Insurance Open?
Tiger grouped with Fowler, Watney at Farmers
ESPN - 23 Jan 2013 01:53
Tiger Woods will be in the featured group Thursday when the Farmers Insurance Open starts on the North and South Courses at Torrey Pines.
Woods, McIlroy miss cut at Abu Dhabi Championship
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 01:52
Tiger Woods has missed the cut at the Abu Dhabi Championship after being penalized two shots for wrongly thinking he had a free drop after his ball became entangled in weeds. Woods thought he had just made the cut by fin...
Rory McIlroy yanks new Nike putter in favor of old Scotty Cameron in Abu Dhabi
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 01:52
Rory McIlroy pulled his new Nike Method 006 putter out of the bag and decided to play Friday's second round in Abu Dhabi with his old Scotty Cameron putter.
Woods set to try and parlay his good mojo from past into win No. 8 at Torrey Pines
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 01:52
Tiger Woods has seven pro victories at Torrey Pines, home of this week's Farmers Insurance Open, none more epic than his U.S. Open victory on a badly injured leg. After a sputtering start to 2013, he'll try to parlay tha...
Players to watch at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines
Golf.com - 23 Jan 2013 01:52
Breathtaking Pacific Ocean sunsets return to the PGA Tour this week as more than 150 golfers get set to tee it up at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. Here are some players to keep an eye on in San Diego: