Ochoa trying to hang on to No. 1 LPGA ranking Sep 24, 2009
"Other past tournament winners playing in this year's event include Karrie Webb (2006), Christina Kim (2004), Helen Alfredsson (2003), Se Ri Pak (2001) and two-time winner Juli Inkster (1999, 2000). The field also includes 13-year-old Casie Cathrea, a freshman in high school who won a qualifier Monday. 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. On Newsvine Rate Story:LowHighMORE FROM GOLFGolf Section... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Choi Climbs To 12th In World Rankings Sep 22, 2009
No. 1 Lorena Ochoa was again followed by Jiyai Shin, Suzann Pettersen, Yani Tseng, Cristie Kerr, Paula Creamer, Angela Stanford, Karrie Webb, In Kyung Kim, Ai Miyazato and Song-Hee Kim. Anna Nordqvist moved up a spot to 13th, while Eun-Hee Ji (one spot), Helen Alfredsson (three), Catriona Matthew (one) and Lindsey Wright (one) all lost ground this week. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Shin takes one-shot lead at Torrey Pines Sep 19, 2009
The leading Australians were Karrie Webb and Lindsey Wright, who both shot 72 to be 10 behind the leader and one-over par. Sweden's Sophie Gustafson shot a 70 and was fourth at 137. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
GOLF 9 of top 10 set to play in Danville Sep 16, 2009
The three players - Karrie Webb, Suzann Pettersen and In-Kyung Kim - to win the event (formerly known as the Longs Drugs Challenge) since it moved to Blackhawk Country Club also will play next week. The event begins Sept. 24 on Blackhawk's Lakeside Course. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Stricker eagles to share lead Sep 7, 2009
The Norwegian star had a five-shot lead heading into Sunday's final round and maintained that margin over Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69) and Angela Stanford (70). Walmart First Tee Open: Jeff Sluman overcame a six-stroke deficit at Pebble Beach, Calif. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Pettersen wins Canadian Open by 5 Sep 7, 2009
Pettersen vowed not to play conservatively with a big lead in the final round and made good on that promise -- closing with a 1-under 70 at Priddis Greens for a five-shot victory over Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69) and Angela Stanford (70). None of those players were able to apply much late pressure, making the walk around the final few holes feel more like a coronation for Pettersen. (ESPN -- Golf)
Pettersen captures Canadian Women’s Open Sep 7, 2009
She made good, keeping that margin over Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69), and Angela Stanford (70). To finally close the deal again feels really good, Pettersen said. (Boston Globe)
Suzann takes imposing five-shot lead Sep 7, 2009
Australian Hall of Famer Karrie Webb posted a 68 for 205, with Mexican Lorena Ochoa (72) and South Korean Kim In-kyung (69) a further shot back on 206. Pettersen is in search of her first LPGA Tour victory since 2007, a breakout season in which she won five titles. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Golf: Norway's Pettersen cruises to victory at Canadian Open Sep 7, 2009
The five-way tie for second comprised, Ueda, Miyazato, Australian Karrie Webb, Morgan Pressel and Angela Stanford. - AFP/yb. (Channelnewsasia.com)
* OHair claims share of lead with Furyk Sep 7, 2009
Angela Stanford was second after a 69, and Karrie Webb (65) was another stroke back. Top-ranked Lorena Ochoa (72) and Kim In-kyung (69) were seven under. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pettersen dominates Canadian Women's Open Sep 7, 2009
She made good on her promise, keeping that margin over Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69) and Angela Stanford (70). Pettersen's past couple years on tour had been known for near-misses, with six runner-up finishes - including a playoff loss in Portland last weekend. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Golf Roundup: Stricker, Goosen, O'Hair share lead at Deutsche Bank Sep 7, 2009
Pettersen, of Norway, maintained her margin over Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69) and Angela Stanford (70). First published on September 7, 2009 at 12:00 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Stricker among trio tied for lead Sep 7, 2009
Momoko Ueda (65), Morgan Pressel (66), Ai Miyazato (67), Karrie Webb (69) and Angela Stanford (70) tied for second. CHAMPIONS TOUR: At Pebble Beach, Calif. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Kim hits record at Canadian Women's Open Sep 5, 2009
Rawson, who shot 64 in the opening round on Thursday, followed up with a 73 to slip to tied 10th at five under, alongside compatriot Karrie Webb. Kim leads at nine under, along with Suzann Pettersen, who shot a 68 on Friday at Priddis Greens. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Pro tours at a glance Sep 3, 2009
Karrie Webb won the 1999 du Maurier Classic at Priddis Greens. CHAMPIONS Event: Walmart First Tee Open Site: Pebble Beach Golf Links (6,837 yards, par 72) and Del Monte Golf Course (6,367 yards, par 72), Pebble Beach, Calif. (Boston Globe)
Sim is an obvious candidate to join Presidents men Aug 30, 2009
" WEBB DOES IT TOUGH The Solheim Cup is the women's equivalent of the Ryder Cup the US versus Europe but last weekend Karrie Webb played a small part in the Americans' victory in Chicago. Meg Mallon, vice-captain to Beth Daniel for the Americans, asked Webb to be her cart driver and it proved far more demanding than she'd envisaged. "Being a cart driver for 12 hours a day felt like a continuous traffic jam. Trying to get Meg where she needed to be quickly was a real challenge. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bader leads Safeway Classic Aug 29, 2009
Karrie Webb had a hole in one with a 4-iron on the 184-yard No. 5 hole Friday. Last year at Columbia Edgewater, Kerr beat Swedes Helen Alfredsson and Sophie Gustafson with a 15-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole. (Longview Daily News, WA)
One Step Away Aug 14, 2009
Spain's Sergio Garcia, Mexico's Lorena Ochoa, Fiji's Vijay Singh, South Africa's Ernie Els, Australia's Karrie Webb, Colombia's Camilo Villegas, Canada's Mike Weir and Korea's K.J. Choi also swung and pitched. Critics have questioned whether elite golfers will maintain their enthusiasm for the sport's participation after the novelty wears off. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
The buzz word at Hazeltine is length Aug 13, 2009
Last event: Scotland s Catriona Matthew won the Women s British Open on Aug. 2 for her first major title, beating Karrie Webb by three strokes 10 weeks after giving birth to her second child. The 39-year-old Matthew was 3 under at Royal Lytham and St. Annes. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Woods on cruise control Aug 4, 2009
LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England (AP) - Catriona Matthew won the Women's British Open for her first major title, beating Karrie Webb by three strokes just 10 weeks after giving birth to her second child. The 39-year-old Scot birdied three straight holes on the back nine to hold her third-round lead. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Funk cruises to Senior Open win Aug 3, 2009
Karrie Webb (68) of Australia was second at 288. Sharing third at 289 were Paula Creamer (71), Hee-Won Han (70), Ai Miyazato (73) and Christina Kim (74). (News & Observer -- Sports)
Woods enjoys a Sunday drive Aug 3, 2009
Karrie Webb closed with a 68 and was second at 288. Cristie Kerr and Michelle Wie had their best rounds of the week with 69s. (Boston Globe)
Supermum Catriona rides on birdie hat-trick to win British Open Aug 3, 2009
Three-time champion Karrie Webb of Australia was second, helped by a chip-in eagle at the 15th as she carded the day s best round of 68. I m speechless and I don t think it has sunk in, said Matthew, who has won the title just 11 weeks after giving birth to second daughter, Sophie. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Tiger cruises to 69th career PGA Tour win Aug 3, 2009
WOMEN S BRITISH OPEN: At Lytham St. Annes, England, Catriona Matthew won the Women s British Open for her first major title, beating Karrie Webb by three strokes just 10 weeks after giving birth to her second child. The 39-year-old Scot birdied three straight holes on the back nine to hold her third-round lead. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Matthew Wins Women's British Open Aug 3, 2009
Karrie Webb nearly rallied to win the championship for the fourth time. The Australian closed with a four-under 68 at Royal Lytham and St. Annes to finish in second place at even-par 288, three back. (ABC 7 News, DC)
GOLF Woods shoots 69 for 69th PGA title Aug 3, 2009
The 39-year-old Scot birdied three straight holes on the back nine to hold her third-round lead, finishing at 1-over 71 for a 3-under 285 total and a three-stroke victory over Karrie Webb of Australia. "I'm speechless," Matthew said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Webb's late charge to runner up in Women's British Open Aug 3, 2009
ROYAL LYTHAM, England - Three-time champion Karrie Webb was helped by a chip-in eagle as she charged home to finish runner-up behind supermum Catriona Matthew in the Women's British Open. The Australian Hall of Famer carded the day's best round of 68 but was still three shots adrift of Matthew who became the first Scot to win a women's major championship. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Roseanne Niven Playing in the British Open Jul 31, 2009
Niven will be competing against all the top-20 professional players, and 47 of the top-50 players, in the world, including Lorena Ochoa, Cristie Kerr, Paula Creamer, Suzann Pettersen, Michelle Wie, Angela Stanford, Karrie Webb and Helen Alfredsson. The field will also include the winners of the first three major championships of 2009: Brittany Lincicome (Kraft Nabisco Championship), Anna Nordqvist (McDonald's LPGA Championship Presented by Coca-Cola) and Eun-Hee Ji (U.S. Women's Open). (Calbears.com)
Golf’s stars make an Olympic effort Jul 30, 2009
But because this decision takes into account golf s global standing, appeal, and possibilities, the video also included, among others, Annika Sorenstam of Sweden, Ernie Els of South Africa, Camilo Villegas of Colombia, Lorena Ochoa of Mexico, Karrie Webb of Australia, Sergio Garcia of Spain, Mike Weir of Canada, and K.J. Choi of South Korea. One of the things I wish I had the chance to do was to represent my country and compete for a gold medal in the Olympic Games, Nicklaus says in the video. (Boston Globe)
Women's Open Jul 29, 2009
Of the 16 major winners, only Sherri Steinhauer and Hall of Famers , Karrie Webb and Se Ri Pak had won majors before. The last six majors have been won by first-time major champions, including Brittany Lincicome (Kraft Nabisco), rookie Anna Nordqvist (LPGA Championship) and Eun-Hee Ji (U.S. Women's Open) this year. (USA Today -- Sports)
Japan's Miyazato Gets 1st Lpga Win Jul 27, 2009
Cristie Kerr (70) and Meena Lee (65) shared third place at 13-under 275, one stroke out of the playoff, while Paula Creamer (70), Helen Alfredsson (70) and Karrie Webb (71) tied for fifth at 11-under 277. Miyazato claimed her first win at one of the biggest events on tour, earning $487,500 for the victory -- her first six-figure check since the 2007 HSBC Women's World Match Play, where she was runner-up. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Miyazato takes Evian Masters on birdie Jul 27, 2009
Defending champion Helen Alfredsson of Sweden eagled No. 18 to tie for fifth with former Evian champions Paula Creamer (2005) of the United States and Karrie Webb of Australia (2006). All had 277. (ESPN -- Golf)
U.S. Women's Open Notebook: Kerr fails in bid to join elite Jul 13, 2009
Two-time victors include Karrie Webb (2000, 2001), Juli Inkster (1999, 2002), Patty Sheehan (1992, 1994), Meg Mallon (1991, 2004), Betsy King (1989, 1990), JoAnne Carner (1971, 1976), Donna Caponi (1969, 1970) and Louise Suggs (1949, 1950). Three-time champions include Annika Sorenstam (1995, 1996, 2006), Hollis Stacy (1977, 1978, 1984), Sue Berning (1968, 1972, 1973) and Babe Didrikson Zaharias (1948, 1950, 1954). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Lindsey's a major player after making all the right moves Jul 12, 2009
Tenth-ranked Karrie Webb, playing in her 14th US Women's Open, bogeyed the final hole to finish at five-over and tied for 28th. "To be honest, I thought if I could have even-par or one-over, keep it around even, I would be in good stead," Wright said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Grzebien strikes while irons hot at US Women’s Open Jul 12, 2009
Karrie Webb was the last back-to-back winner, in 2000-01. Jennifer Song, who won the US Women s Amateur Public Links title two weeks ago in Devens, Mass. (Boston Globe)
Results worldwide Jul 12, 2009
147: H.J. Choi 72-75, Laura Davies (Bri) 72-75, Louise Friberg (Swe) 75-72, Kang Ji-min 76-71, Oh Ji-young 76-71, Shin Ji-yai 72-75, Karrie Webb (Aus) 75-72; 148: Bae Kye-ong 75-73, Feng Shanshan (Chn) 74-74, Akiko Fukushima (Jpn) 76-72, Candie Kung (Tpe) 71-77, Ai Miyazato (Jpn) 74-74, Lorena Ochoa (Mex) 69-79, Seo Hee-kyung 75-73, Karen Stupples (Bri) 73-75; 149: Lee Ji-hee 77-72, Momoko Ueda 72-77; 150: Cho Mi-sun 76-74, Karine Icher (Fra) 76-74, Carolina Llano (Col) 73-77; 151: Choi He-yong... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Wright the best of struggling Australians Jul 11, 2009
Two-time champion Karrie Webb had two double bogeys in a 75, Katherine Hull had a 78 after putting back-to-back shots into water for a quadruple bogey at the difficult third hole, and Rachel Hetherington limped in with an 80. In Scotland, Aust 00004000 ralia's Richard Green claimed the first-round lead at the Scottish Open with a superb 64 that he rated good enough to put him among the world's top 20. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Wright best Aussie on tough Open layout Jul 10, 2009
Two-time champion Karrie Webb had two double bogeys in a 75, Katherine Hull had a 78 after putting back to back shots into water for a quadruple bogey at the difficult third hole and Rachel Hetherington limped in with an 80. Wright's biggest disappointment also came off the tee on the 373-yard par 4 third hole where she made a six. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Yi Soars To No. 41 In World Rankings Jul 7, 2009
For the second straight week, Karrie Webb and Helen Alfredsson exchanged places with Alfredsson up to ninth. Song-Hee Kim and Lindsey Wright stayed 11 and 12 this week and were followed by Seon-Hwa Lee, who jumped three to 13th. (ABC 7 News, DC)
This Week In Golf - July 9th Through July 12th Jul 7, 2009
There are 24 USGA champions in the field this week including former Women's Open champions Laura Davies (1987), Juli Inkster (1999, 2002), Cristie Kerr (2007), Birdie Kim (2005), Meg Mallon (1991, 2004), Se Ri Pak (1998), Park (2008) and Karrie Webb (2000, 2001). There are three reigning USGA champions playing at Saucon this week -- Park, Amanda Blumenherst (2008 Women's Amateur) and Alexis Thompson (Girls' Junior). (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gal leads by a stroke at Wegmans LPGA in Rochester Jun 26, 2009
Shin picked up her first U.S. LPGA victory at the HSBC Women's Champions event in Singapore in early March and was runner-up behind Karrie Webb in the J Golf LPGA International three weeks later. Tied for sixth at 68 were Diana D'Alessio, Morgan Pressel, Brandi Jackson, Haeji Kang and Stacy Lewis, who three-putted from 7 feet on No. 18. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ji seeks a second LPGA win at Rochester Jun 25, 2009
"After your first win, you know how much fun it is and you know how good it tastes.''Since 1999, there have been 35 one-time winners and 34 previous winners who won again, so the decade-long odds of repeating are 49 percent. In the tour's 59 years, by contrast, 59 percent of winners have triumphed at least twice.Heightened competition from abroad is a chief factor for the tightening odds, along with dominance by the likes of Annika Sorenstam, Karrie Webb, Se Ri Pak and, more recently, Lorena... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pak, Pettersen hold lead at State Farm Jun 6, 2009
Among those missing the cut were Kraft Nabisco Championship winner Brittany Lincicome and Hall of Famer Karrie Webb. Alfredsson won the Nabisco Dinah Shore in 1993 and was the European Solheim Cup captain in 2007, the same year she was finally diagnosed with a herniated disk in her neck. (ESPN -- Golf)
Golf: Pak shares first-round lead at State Farm Jun 5, 2009
Pak won the 2006 event at Bulle Rock, beating Karrie Webb in a playoff. Pak began the day by hitting a sand wedge to 15 feet on par-5 first and completed her round with a flurry, birdying three of the final four holes. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Wie seeks first win at loaded State Farm Jun 4, 2009
Paula Creamer, Angela Stanford, Karrie Webb, Natalie Gulbis and, of course, Wie are here, too. Why. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Few Changes To Women's World Rankings Jun 2, 2009
The top 10 remained the same from last week: No. 1 Lorena Ochoa followed by Yani Tseng, Paula Creamer, Cristie Kerr, Jiyai Shin, Suzann Pettersen, Angela Stanford, Helen Alfredsson, Karrie Webb and In Kyung Kim. Katherine Hull, Seon-Hwa Lee, Song-Hee Kim, Na Yeon Choi, Yuri Fudoh, Jeong Jang and Angela Park remained 11th through 17th. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mickelson's simple talk in DVD pays dividends May 20, 2009
"I bought the DVD, and I've been chipping great ever since.''---OPEN AND SHUT: Another major deadline looms, and Davis Love III again is on the bubble. This is the final week for players to avoid 36-hole qualifying for the U.S. Open and the British Open.Love, who missed the Masters by just over four-hundredths of a point in the world ranking, goes into the Byron Nelson Championship at No. 54 in the world and most likely will need to finish no worse than 14th to get into the top 50.The top 50 in... (MSNBC -- Sports)
LIFE 10th Anniversary Event Delivers Big Names and Big Dollars for Breast Cancer Fight May 19, 2009
PARAMUS, N.J., May 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty-eight LPGA pros including World Golf Hall of Fame members Beth Daniel and Karrie Webb, top ranked players Angela Stanford, Morgan Pressel, Brittany Lincicome, Helen Alfredsson, Laura Davies and LPGA commissioner Carolyn Bivens, came together for the 10th anniversary LIFE (LPGA Pros in the Fight to Eradicate Breast Cancer) Event hosted by LPGA veteran Val Skinner on May 18. The event, noted as the biggest single-day golf event fundraiser for breast... (PR Newswire)
* Lincicome grabs Sybase Classic lead May 17, 2009
Australias Karrie Webb and Americans Michelle Wie and Paula Creamer were in a group at five-under. Three-time defending champion Lorena Ochoa shot her second consecutive 71. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Wie tied for fourth at Sybase with Creamer; trails leaders by 3 May 17, 2009
Wie, playing with Cramer and former world No. 1 Karrie Webb, began the day with four birdies and one bogey on the front nine ... Wie, playing with Cramer and former world No. 1 Karrie Webb, began the day with four birdies and one bogey on the front nine. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Golf Capsules: Lincicome takes over lead at Sybase Classic May 16, 2009
Michelle Wie (69), Hall of Famer Karrie Webb (69) and Paula Creamer (69) topped a group at 5 under, and three-time defending champion Lorena Ochoa was 2 under after her second straight 71. Texas Open. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Lincicome races to Sybase Classic lead May 16, 2009
looking for her first professional win, Hall of Famer Karrie Webb and Paula Creamer were among a group at 5 under. Three-time defending champion Lorena Ochoa had another 71 and was in danger of seeing her hold on this event end. (ESPN -- Golf)
ROUNDUP Goydos leads in Texas May 16, 2009
Michelle Wie (69), Hall of Famer Karrie Webb (69) and Paula Creamer (69) topped a group at 5-under, and three-time defending champion Lorena Ochoa was 2 under after her second straight 71. Northern Ireland 22-year-old amateur Shane Lowry shot a 10-under 62 to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Irish Open in Baltray. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Goydos maintains torrid pace in Texas May 16, 2009
Michelle Wie, looking for her first professional win, Hall of Famer Karrie Webb, and Paula Creamer were all at 5 under. European - Northern Ireland amateur Shane Lowry shot a 10-under 62 to lead by two strokes after the second round of the Irish Open in Baltray, Ireland. (Boston Globe)
Alfredsson has two-shot lead at Sybase Classic May 15, 2009
Ji Young Oh of South Korea was four shots off the lead after a 66, and Karrie Webb, , Natalie Gulbis and Paula Creamer were all at 2-under. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- Golf)
Alfredsson shoots career-best 62 for Sybase lead May 15, 2009
"She's a streaky player. When she gets hot, she's hot. Obviously she played pretty good today.''Ji Young Oh of South Korea was four shots off the lead after a 66, and Karrie Webb, Michelle Wie, Natalie Gulbis and Paula Creamer were all at 2-under. 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. On Newsvine Rate Story:LowHighTop NBCSports.com storiesNBC Sports videos Sponsored links Sports Features About Us ?... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Keeping score around New England May 14, 2009
KARRIE WEBBCharitable initiative ... Pros Fantastic tip Karrie Webb, who is represented by the Fenway Sports Group, has launched a charitable initiative called "Karrie's FANtastic Freebies," which will provide free admission to up to 100 local spectators at eight LPGA events, including the US Women's Open. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Ochoa opens 1-stroke lead at Michelob Ultra May 8, 2009
Se Ri Pak, the 2004 winner, had four bogeys and no birdies in opening with a 75 and Karrie Webb, who won by seven shots here two years ago, had only one birdie in a 74. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- Golf)
Ochoa leads in Michelob Open May 8, 2009
Se Ri Pak, the 2004 winner, had four bogeys and no birdies in opening with a 75 and Karrie Webb, who won by seven shots here two years ago, had only one birdie in a 74. - AP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Baddeley happy with progress under old coach May 8, 2009
" Karrie Webb will dip into her own pocket to get fans to attend LPGA Tour tournaments in the struggling US economy by providing 50 two-person entry tickets to each of eight tour events, including the US Open. "I want the fans of the LPGA to know that I understand, in these economic times, it is hard to find the extra money to attend sporting events," she said. "I want to say thank you to all the fans for their support, and to give a few of them a day at their favourite LPGA event at no cost. "... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Lorena Ochoa starts fast seeking Kingsmill victory May 8, 2009
"I think tomorrow I'll be better,'' she said.It will have to be better for a few former champions to stick around past Friday.Se Ri Pak, the 2004 winner, had four bogeys and no birdies in opening with a 75 and Karrie Webb, who won by seven shots here two years ago, had only one birdie in a 74. 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. On Newsvine Rate Story:LowHighTop NBCSports.com storiesNBC Sports... (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Stars back push for golf to be included in 2016 Olympics Apr 16, 2009
Golfers sending material to their respective IOC representatives include the US Woods, Fijis Vijay Singh, Ai Miyazato of Japan, South African Ernie Els, Australias Karrie Webb and Sergio Garcia of Spain. Golf is one of seven sports being considered for inclusion at the 2016 Games. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Stars back golf push as Olympic sport Apr 15, 2009
Some of the top names in golf, including Tiger Woods and Australia's Karrie Webb, have come together to lobby the International Olympic Committee to include the sport in the 2016 Olympic Games. Eighteen of the game's biggest stars are sending a brochure detailing golf's bid for inclusion along with personal letters reflecting their support to IOC members from their respective countries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Special memories from Santilli Apr 9, 2009
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Shark goes to water, twice, as Masters looms Apr 7, 2009
Karrie Webb carded a 69 to be tied eighth on 286. AFP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
