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Sunday, April 10, 2011

McAllister: Chaos reigns, until calm comes through
McAllister: Chaos reigns, until calm comes through

Sunday gave us the wackiest, craziest, topsy-turvy finish in Masters history, with so many players charging up the leaderboard that you thought there was a clearance sale on Green Jackets. Chaos reigned, says Mike McAllister, until the calmest player on the course claimed victory.

Ross: Nicklaus’ knowledge leads Schwartzel to Bear-like victory
Ross: Nicklaus' knowledge leads Schwartzel to Bear-like victory

When Charl Schwartzel got the chance to soak up Jack Nicklaus' thoughts on how to play Augusta National, he jumped at it. And on Sunday, Helen Ross notes, Schwartzel put those words of wisdom to very good use.

Hauser: Australian contenders make mentor Norman proud
Hauser: Australian contenders make mentor Norman proud

Greg Norman was on the edge of his seat Sunday afternoon as the new generation of young Australians put on quite a show. Even in defeat, Melanie Hauser says, the Shark loved the way they played under pressure.

Day in Review: Round 4
Day in Review: Round 4

The Europeans dominate the top of the world rankings and won two of the last three majors in 2010, but only one finished in the top 10 at the Masters. Plus, Bo Van Pelt has a big week, a rookie almost wins, and more.

Wacker: McIlroy latest to learn Masters' cruel lesson
Wacker: McIlroy latest to learn Masters' cruel lesson

The truism is that the Masters doesn't really start until the back nine on Sunday. And, as Brian Wacker notes, Rory McIlroy joined a long list of golf's greats who have had their Green Jacket dreams rudely interrupted.

Masters pomp and pageantry embodied in unique jacket

The Green Jacket is as exclusive as it is coveted. It takes a major title or a major pile of...

Daily Wrap Up: Round 4

Charl Schwartzel won the Masters by two strokes over Adam Scott and Jason Day after a wild...

South Africa celebrates, while Australia again commiserates

Golf fans in South Africa were rewarded for staying up late Sunday as Charl Schwartzel became...

Masters title earns Schwartzel first berth in PGA Grand Slam

Charl Schwartzel's first major punched his ticket to Port Royal Golf Course in...

Saturday, April 09, 2011

Ross: McIlroy trying to emulate pal McDowell's major achievement

Graeme McDowell knows exactly what his good buddy and fellow Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy...

Wacker: One of the boys from Down Under could come up big

Amazingly, no Australian has ever won the Masters. But, says Brian Wacker, Jason Day, Adam...

Hauser: Gentle reminder boosts Cabrera's confidence at right time

On Monday, swing coach Charlie Epps gave Angel Cabrera a gentle reminder that he is, in fact,...

Day in Review: Round 3

If 54-hole leader Rory McIlroy goes on to win, he could very well look back at the long putt...

Daily Wrap Up: Round 3

On a sweltering Saturday at Augusta National, Rory McIlroy stayed cool. And now, the...

Japanese amateur Matsuyama excelling while thinking of home

Hideki Matsuyama was the only amateur to make the cut, and reached 3 under after a 68 on...

Friday, April 08, 2011

Day in Review: Round 2

Don't look now, but Generation Y is making its presence felt at the 75th Masters. Plus,...

McAllister: Can the kids handle major pressure?

Can 21-year-old Rory McIlroy and 23-year-old Jason Day handle the chest-tightening pressure...

Ross: Couples' play raises question of another Masters win

The King of Cool is hanging with all those whiz kids through 36 holes, prompting Helen Ross...

Rory McIlroy kept his cool in 69 Friday that kept him at the head of a charging pack that...

Amy Mickelson back in her element at Augusta National

After her brief but memorable appearance at Augusta National last year, Amy Mickelson felt...

Thursday, April 07, 2011

Day in Review: Round 1

In perfect scoring conditions Thursday, Augusta National allowed nearly half the field to...

The flair of Rory McIlroy. The sheer power of Alvaro Quiros. These are but two of the fresh...

Wacker: McIlroy hoping to learn quickly from harsh experience

Hot starts in majors aren't new to 21-year-old Rory McIlroy. His challenge now, says...

McIlroy in familiar position, with another great major start

Rory McIlroy roared out of the gate at the British Open last summer, then struggled mightily...

Steady start welcome step forward for struggling Villegas

After almost nothing but disappointment through the early part of the 2011 season, Camilo...

Rule revised to spare some from DQs in 'trials by TV'

In a change prompted by multiple infractions reported by TV viewers, the USGA and R&A...

Wednesday, April 06, 2011

Keys to success at Masters are many, and you need them all

As important as length and as critical as the short game are at Augusta National, experience...

How many is too many? At Augusta, less might be more

The largest field since 1966 has Masters officials considering the possibility of tightening...

Week's been a fun blur for U.S. Amateur champ Uihlein

U.S. Amateur champion Peter Uihlein is making the most of his first visit to Augusta...

Tuesday, April 05, 2011

As usual, Woods speaks volumes in only a few words

The most revealing moments during Tiger Woods' pre-tournament interview came when he...

Pairing with Tiger feels normal this year, says McDowell

Not long ago, Graeme McDowell might have felt like he didn't belong in the same group as...

Kaymer changes both his routine and mindset for this year

After missing the cut in his first three tries, Martin Kaymer has learned that experience is...

Augusta's course changes for the better, says Mickelson

Phil Mickelson has won three of the last seven Masters, dominating the course since...

Step by step, Watney progresses into Masters contender

Nick Watney struggled in the final group at Whistling Straits last summer, then came up big...

Monday, April 04, 2011

New golden group of Europeans poised to claim Green Jacket

European golfers own five of the top six spots in the world ranking and have won two of the...

Crenshaw's caddie Jackson getting kudos on his 50th Masters

Carl Jackson signed about as many autographs and posed for as many pictures as the golfer he...

Is the first time the right time to don the Green Jacket?

A total of 20 players will make their Masters debuts this week hoping for that rarest of...

Sunday, April 03, 2011

Nicklaus and Woods top list of all-time best at Masters

It's true that there are "horses for courses," but history's best horses at...

Tiger vs. Phil -– who's got the edge this week?

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson have dominated the Masters in recent years, and both are among...

Who among golf's youth will be served with Green Jacket?

Golf's young guns have started asserting themselves in a big way on the PGA Tour. Brian...

Woods gets in 18 holes of practice on quiet Sunday at Masters

While Phil Mickelson was wrapping up the Shell Houston Open, Tiger Woods played a round with...

Victory in 1986 still resonates with Nicklaus and his fans

Jack Nicklaus admits he didn't prepare for the 1986 Masters as thoroughly as he did...

Nicklaus' son recalls routine yet amazing final day in 1986

Jack Nicklaus' son Jackie, caddied for his father during that amazing 1986 Masters. A...

Final round with Nicklaus paved way for Lyle's own win

Playing with Jack Nicklaus on that unforgettable Sunday, Sandy Lyle soaked in the amazing...

CBS' Venturi and Summerall in awe of Nicklaus' 1986 feat

Ken Venturi and Pat Summerall, calling the action in 1986 for CBS, had tears in their eyes as...

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Tiger, Augusta using video golf to grow the real version

For Tiger Woods, this video game is an entry into the attention span of youngsters, a way to...

New book chronicles Nicklaus' amazing victory at 1986 Masters

On the 25th anniversary of Jack Nicklaus' historic victory in the 1986 Masters, author...

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

In a first for modern golf, Watson to wear all white at Masters

Bubba Watson will take a cue from the tennis fashions at Wimbledon by wearing an all-white...

Friday, March 25, 2011

Langer out two months after thumb surgery, will miss Masters

Bernhard Langer's surgery in late March repaired his left thumb, which was injured in a...

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Mickelson planning on lots of meat for Champions Dinner menu

Phil Mickelson plans to honor the past Masters champions by going heavy on beef at the...

Sunday, January 16, 2011

With Masters berth in hand, Wilson seeks to take major step up

Mark Wilson has been to the Masters several times in his life, but never as a player....

Monday, December 20, 2010

13 players secure Masters berths as final rankings are issued

The Masters invites everyone in the top 50 of the world ranking at the end of the calendar...

Thursday, November 18, 2010

A top instructor's guide to taming Augusta National

Mark Immelman, a top instructor, the head men's golf coach at Columbus (Ga.) State...

2010: Mickelson claims third Green Jacket, fourth major

For someone not playing up to par coming into the 2010 Masters, Phil Mickelson finished lower...