Old-timers day: 59-year-old Tom Watson leads British Open, tied with Ben Curtis at 65TURNBERRY, Scotland — On the eve of the British Open, Tom Watson got a modern-day text message from Jack Nicklaus’ wife. Then it was time to turn back the clock at Turnberry. On an easy day at Turnberry, Woods makes it hard on himselfTURNBERRY, Scotland — For a course that was easy as it can be, Tiger Woods sure made it hard on himself. British Open 2009: Tom Watson At The Top Of The Leaderboard
Watson turns back the clock at British OpenTurnberry,SCOTLAND - Tom Watson topped the early leaderboard as the British Open got underway in benign conditions Thursday at the Ailsa Course in Scotland’s Turnberry Resort in Ayrshire. On day for going low, Woods struggles to 1-over 71 on first day of British OpenTURNBERRY, Scotland — On a day for going low, Tiger Woods struggled to a 1-over 71 in the opening round of the British Open. Old-timers day, Part II: 59-year-old Tom Watson leads British Open after shooting opening 65TURNBERRY, Scotland — On the eve of the British Open, Tom Watson got a modern-day text message from Jack Nicklaus’ wife. Plenty of red numbers on a day for going low at the British Open; Senden leads with a 66TURNBERRY, Scotland — John Senden wasn’t even supposed to be playing this week. Mark Calcavecchia turns back clock at British Open, sits among early leaders after opening 67TURNBERRY, Scotland — Mark Calcavecchia always plays at a brisk pace. Mark Calcavecchia turns back clock to shoot 67, grabbing clubhouse lead at British OpenTURNBERRY, Scotland — Mark Calcavecchia always plays at a brisk pace. Tiger Woods seeks another major, Padraig Harrington goes for 3 in row as British Open beginsTURNBERRY, Scotland — In this betting-mad country, one might think the guy who won the last two British Opens would be the clear-cut favorite. Mike Van Sickle hopes to see fruits of labor, Jerry Kelly scheming to save US Bank in 2010MILWAUKEE — Mike Van Sickle got his first chance to play a PGA tour event last week and the former Marquette standout who plans to turn pro later this year learned his first big lesson. Woods seeks another major; Harrington goes for 3 in a row as British Open begins
Michael Phelps wins male athlete of the year at ESPYs, beats Tiger Woods
Fabulous, dahling: Golf tries to go couture, but style’s in eye of the beholderTURNBERRY, Scotland — Wonder what Bruno thinks of John Daly’s look? A year after surprise run at British Open, Norman is back with Chris Evert by his sideTURNBERRY, Scotland — The shock of white hair hasn’t changed much. The swing is pretty much the same, too, though these days people no longer crowd around the tee just to see how far he can bang it down the fairway. New world ranking formula might encourage more playTURNBERRY, Scotland — Vijay Singh can now play as much as he wants without overly affecting his world ranking. ‘Hot’ Bhullar confident on eve of British OpenTURNBERRY - The baby face may be a dead giveaway, but Gaganjeet Bhullar’s confidence is that of a man way beyond his 21 years and it also gives no indication of the fact that he is making his Major debut at the 138th edition of the British Open. British Open, Tiger Woods pairing are a dream come true: Ryo Ishikawa
Kelly prepares for what may be final US Bank Championship, working to keep PGA in Milwaukee
After stirring run in US Open, is David Duval ready to win another major title?TURNBERRY, Scotland — As gray clouds kept spitting out rain, David Duval just went about his work at one end of the putting green. He didn’t bother with an umbrella and kept on those trademark sunglasses, even though the sun was nowhere to be found on this gloomy afternoon along the Scottish coast. Open still revolves around Tiger Woods even though Harrington has won 2 straightTURNBERRY, Scotland — Padraig Harrington was conjuring up images of Howard Hughes, for reasons he was finding hard to explain. Something about tearing things down and putting them back together, like a golf swing he didn’t think was good enough even though it helped him win the last two British Opens. Back at British Open, Kenny Perry says he has nothing against tournament he skipped a year ago
Woods returns to British Open, trying to guide his way around bunkers and trouble
You can call it “The Open Championship,” but don’t refer to it as the British OpenTURNBERRY, Scotland — In these parts of the world, the oldest major is known simply as “The Open Championship.” It’s not unusual for Americans to refer to it as the British Open, although one will rarely hear that from British and European players, or any players from South Africa, Australia and other parts of the world. Padraig Harrington trying to give himself a chance to go for 3 straight British Open winsTURNBERRY, Scotland — Padraig Harrington believes his experience winning the British Open the last two years will give him an advantage over almost everyone at Turnberry. The hard part will be giving himself a chance. Lyle apologizes to Monty for bringing up 2005 cheating incidentTURNBERRY, Scotland — Just two days before the start of the British Open, Sandy Lyle apologized to Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie for bringing up a 4-year-old incident in which his fellow Scot was accused of cheating. Jeev’s withdraws, but advises Bhullar to be patientTURNBERRY - The nagging muscle injury which Tuesday forced Jeev Milkha Singh to pull out leaves young Gaganjeet Bhullar as Indias lone challenger at the British Open at the Turnberry Golf Course. Muscle injury forces Jeev to pull out of British Open
From fairways to runways, there’s more to Turnberry than just hitting a little white ball
Woods takes in a few history lesson in his practice at TurnberryTURNBERRY, Scotland — Walking up to the 15th green at Turnberry, his ball safely in the middle, Tiger Woods turned to his left and pointed to a spot a few yards off the putting surface. Plenty of photographers ready for Woods-Ishikawa drawTURNBERRY, Scotland — Tiger Woods can expect even more attention than usual the first two rounds of the British Open. He is playing with Lee Westwood of England and Japanese sensation Ryo Ishikawa. Woods get in another practice ahead of British
Steve Stricker fires 7-under 64 in final round to capture John Deere Classic by 3 strokesSILVIS, Ill. — Steve Stricker remembers the strong start to his career in the 1990s and the deep bunker he hit after that, so he can’t quite pinpoint where his standing in the game is. Stricker delivers 2 solid rounds to capture John Deere ClassicSILVIS, Ill. — Steve Stricker followed one of his best performances with 36 solid holes to win the John Deere Classic by three strokes on Sunday. Kaymer goes to British Open with back-to-back victoriesLUSS, Scotland — Martin Kaymer has won the Scottish Open, closing with a 2-under 69 in the rain and sunshine at Loch Lomond for his second straight European Tour victory. |
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The 138th British Open which is famously know as the Open Championship is being played right now at Turnberry, Scotland and this is the fourth time that this tournament is being held here.
British Open begins at a sunny Turnberry
LOS ANGELES — Michael Phelps won a leading five ESPY Awards, including male athlete of the year, ending the five-year reign of Tiger Woods, who earned his record 22nd trophy Wednesday night.
TURNBERRY, Scotland — Ryo Ishikawa has seen so much in such a short time.
MILWAUKEE — Jerry Kelly’s 16th try at the U.S. Bank Championship could well be his last. He’s working to save the tournament he loves and he’s skipping the British Open to pay homage to the place where he started his PGA career.
TURNBERRY, Scotland — Kenny Perry wants to make one thing clear: He’s got nothing against the British Open.
TURNBERRY, Scotland — The sea breeze in his face was not nearly as important to Tiger Woods as finding the best route around three pot bunkers on the 10th hole at Turnberry.
TURNBERRY - A nagging muscle injury forced Jeev Milkha Singh to take the painful decision of pulling out of the British Open at Turnberry Golf Course here Tuesday.
TURNBERRY, Scotland — Rod Pampling was in the middle of a practice round at the British Open. Still, he couldn’t pass up the chance to get in a little history lesson.
TURNBERRY, Scotland — Tiger Woods had another look at Turnberry as he prepares for the British Open, hopeful of taking possession of a major championship trophy again.
