Golf News
Scott Still Puzzled by His Poor U.S. Open Record
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 17:49
Adam Scott has been a perennial contender in major championships over the past three years but, for reasons which he finds difficult to explain, he has mainly struggled at the U.S. Open.
Past Failures Sweeten Justin Rose's U.S. Open Title
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 03:03
The yearlong celebration of Justin Rose's United States Open victory, the high mark of which was his recent return to Britain with the trophy, has been sweeter because of the decade of disappointments that preceded it.
Mickelson to use 'claw' putting grip at Open
ESPN - 11 Jun 2014 00:48
Phil Mickelson is making a significant change heading into the U.S. Open at Pinehurst, going to a "claw" putting grip -- one he has used in the past but not significantly this year.
Golfer DQs himself from Open to clear conscience
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 23:35
Jason Millard packed his bags, tossed his clubs in the car, and headed off to Pinehurst No. 2 to play in his first major championship.
Issues identifying waste areas, bunkers loom
ESPN - 11 Jun 2014 23:19
A restoration of Pinehurst in anticipation of the U.S. Open has meant a potential rules issue for players competing in the tournament: knowing the difference between waste areas and bunkers.
US Open has a brown, British look to it
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 22:25
The Open starts Thursday, and for anyone who takes a quick look at Pinehurst No. 2, there is sure to be one question.
Adam Scott Major Threat Everywhere but US Open
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 21:22
Adam Scott is trying to build a golf game that can travel to any golf course in the world for any tournament.
Rory visits with Nicklaus ahead of U.S. Open
ESPN - 11 Jun 2014 20:58
Rory McIlroy visits with Jack Nicklaus ahead of U.S. Open
Tiger Woods Injury Update: 2014 U.S. Open Already Suffering Without Tiger In The Tournament
IBTimes - 11 Jun 2014 20:32
Tiger Woods is the most popular golfer in the world, and that fact is never more evident than when he isn't playing. The 38-year-old will miss his second major championship of 2014, after undergoing back surgery in late ...
Adam Scott major threat everywhere but US Open
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 20:25
Adam Scott is trying to build a golf game that can travel to any golf course in the world for any tournament.
Defending U.S. Open champ Rose feeling relaxed at Pinehurst
Chicago Tribune - 11 Jun 2014 18:26Special Report: U.S. Open Golf: Fate Might Just Smile on Matt Kuchar at the U.S. Open
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 12:47
Kuchar's 46 top-10 finishes since the start of the 2010 season have made him the benchmark of P.G.A. Tour consistency.
Special Report: U.S. Open Golf: U.S. Open Has Proved Elusive for Phil Mickelson
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 12:47
Mickelson has a record six second-place finishes at the Open, and the tournament is the only thing standing between him and a career Grand Slam.
Compton has perspective like no other at US Open
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 09:43
When Erik Compton strolls up to the first tee at Pinehurst No. 2 on Thursday, he'll be in some unfamiliar territory.
5 amateurs to win the US Open
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 09:23
The oldest golf championship in America was the U.S. Amateur. It was held in 1895 at Newport Country Club — one day before the U.S. Open.
5 Amateurs to Win the US Open
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2014 09:22
The oldest golf championship in America was the U.S. Amateur. It was held in 1895 at Newport Country Club -- one day before the U.S. Open.
Ryan Blaum, Erik Compton bring local flavor to upcoming U.S. Open
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 08:17
There will be a reunion of two Miamians this week as the U.S. Open tees off Thursday at the infamous Pinehurst No.2 course in North Carolina.
Pinehurst likely to push Watson
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 05:08
Bubba Watson's welcome-to-Pinehurst moment came on the first hole Tuesday.
Woodward's 3-under 67 leads West Virginia Amateur
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 04:54
Woody Woodward shot a 3-under-par 67 Tuesday for a one-stroke lead after the first round of the West Virginia Amateur.
Open spot is wild ride for qualifier
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 04:48
No matter how you do in a pickup game at your old high school, the NFL will not let you play in the Super Bowl.
Phil Mickelson pulling for rain at U.S. Open
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 04:08
Every Phil Mickelson pre-major news conference has a "Say what?!" moment.
Golfers remember, honor Payne Stewart
Miami Herald - 11 Jun 2014 02:42
PINEHURST, N.C. - They were two players who would go on to become major champions and best buddies. But back in the early 1980s, Paul Azinger didn't know what to think when he met Payne Stewart.