'Under par' in a good way, Seve survives his four toughest cuts Oct 16, 2009
(Top) Spanish legend Seve Ballesteros is surrounded at the Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club during the 1988 British Open, which he won ... Seve Ballesteros has faced four brain operations with the same fighting spirit he displayed on the golf course, writes Brendan Gallagher in Madrid ... That is where the big battles are won and lost and that is precisely where Seve Ballesteros finds himself at present. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Golf Tidbits: Storylines abound following Presidents Cup Oct 16, 2009
- Continued best wishes to Seve Ballesteros, who is recovering from multiple surgeries to treat a brain a tumor ... Seve Ballesteros is hopeful that his health will allow him to play a round at next year's British Open at St. Andrews. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Do not feel sorry for me, says Ballesteros Oct 15, 2009
LONDON: Seve Ballesteros says the last thing he wants is sympathy after making a miracle recovery from four operations to remove a brain tumour. I don t want people to feel sorry for me, the 52-year-old Spaniard told Peter Alliss in a BBC interview. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ballesteros hopeful of British Open return Oct 15, 2009
MADRID -- Seve Ballesteros is hopeful that his health will allow him to play a round at next year's British Open at St. Andrews ... Seve Ballesteros is hopeful that his health will allow him to play a round at next year's British Open at St. Andrews ... Golfer Seve Ballesteros of Spain, who is recovering from brain cancer, is seen during the presentation for the upcoming Volvo World match play Championship, Madrid Wednesday Oct. 14, 2009. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Vivendi Trophy: British team leads 3-2 after day 1 Sep 25, 2009
The Vivendi Trophy, formerly known as the Seve Trophy after Seve Ballesteros, was created in 2000. Continental Europe won the inaugural event before Britain and Ireland won it four consecutive times. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Harrington still wants his hand on the claret jug Sep 23, 2009
HALL OF FAME INTRODUCTIONS: Seve Ballesteros will be part of the World Golf Hall of Fame induction in November through a video message. Two-time Masters champion Jose Maria Olazabal has asked Ballesteros to introduce him at the Nov. 2 ceremony. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Roars from Bear's 1986 charge still echo Sep 1, 2009
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Naomichi retains Asian Royal Trophy captaincy Aug 26, 2009
Five-time major winner Seve Ballesteros, who underwent four operations to remove a brain tumour, is hoping to recover to captain Europe for the third time after missing the last edition. Ozaki is yet to choose any of his players but told Thai television after last years victory that Prayad Marksaeng and Thongchai Jaidee, the only players to win all of their matches, would be given the nod. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
U.S. wins Solheim Cup Aug 24, 2009
But Europe captain Alison Nicholas pulled out every trick she could this week to inspire her team, including video messages from Seve Ballesteros and Jose Maria Olazabal, whose Spanish Armada was regarded as the greatest partnership in Ryder Cup history. 1. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No need for change at Solheim Cup Aug 20, 2009
"---NO REGRETS: Europe captain Alison Nicholas isn't second-guessing her picks, even with Karen Stupples winning the week after teams were named.Stupples, who played on the 2005 team, won the Wales Ladies Championship a week after Nicholas left her off the squad for this week's Solheim Cup. While Nicholas said she was happy to see Stupples win, it hasn't changed her thinking."There's nothing you can do once the decision has been made, and I made the right decision for me at that time," Nicholas... (MSNBC -- Sports)
When Quiros hits, it’s a blast Aug 16, 2009
A 26-year-old Spaniard who grew up idolizing Seve Ballesteros instead of Woods, Quiros is quite used to the attention. It s common for other players to stop and watch him on the practice range; he s led the European Tour in driving distance the past two seasons, and leads this year, as well. (Boston Globe)
Searching for someone to slow Tiger Aug 16, 2009
Stars such as Gary Player, Tom Watson, Lee Trevino and Seve Ballesteros actually winged Nicklaus a few times on his way to setting the bar for major excellence. Woods doesn't have too many dents in him. (The Augusta Chronicle)
* Sports Briefs Jul 30, 2009
Five-times major winner Seve Ballesteros, who underwent four operations to remove a brain tumor, is aiming to recover in time to captain Europe at next years Royal Trophy against holders Asia. I sincerely hope to captain the European team. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Ballesteros wants to captain at '10 Royal Trophy Jul 30, 2009
Seve Ballesteros wants to captain Europe at Royal Trophy - ESPN. Updated: July 29, 2009, 10:37 AM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
Around the traps Jul 26, 2009
W 00004000 atching Watson on TV in Spain was Seve Ballesteros, three-time Open champion and twice US Masters winner, who took the 1984 British Open from Watson on the 72nd hole at St Andrews. Ballesteros, who is recovering from four operations to remove a malignant brain tumour, wants to play the open at St Andrews next year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Legend Ballesteros eyes top-level return Jul 25, 2009
Touched: Seve Ballesteros (right) is greeted by Spains former basketball star Juan Antonio Corbalan after the presentation of Ballesteros new cancer research foundation recently. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Amateur Manassero ends with 69 Jul 20, 2009
" Manassero said his idol in golf was three-time Open champion Seve Ballesteros. As a 4-year-old, he chipped with the Spanish great at the Italian Open. Asked why he had done so well at Turnberry, Manassero said his coach and caddie, Alberto Binaghi, had encouraged him to play on links courses. "We used to play a lot on links courses," said Manassero, who has played several amateur events in Britain. "Our national team coach wanted us to play on links courses into the wind and I am always... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ballesteros wants to play at St. Andrews in 2010 Jul 19, 2009
MADRID - Seve Ballesteros said he would like to play in the British Open at St. Andrews in 2010. Spurred by images of long-time rival Tom Watson playing en route to the halfway lead in the British Open at Turnberry, Ballesteros added that he would relish playing the 18th hole at the same venue that saw him triumph over the 59-year-old American in the 1984 tournament. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ballesteros Hoping For Return To St. Andrews Jul 19, 2009
Seve Ballesteros Hopes To Play In British Open At St. Andrews In 2010 ... (AP) Seve Ballesteros said he would like to play in the British Open at St. Andrews in 2010. (CBS News)
Padres' Edgar Gonzalez leaves game after getting hit in the head with a pitch Jul 19, 2009
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On the tee with Verle Jul 19, 2009
Some employees even receive retirement offers as early as their 50th birthday. Mine came when I was 53. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Inspired Ballesteros talks of St. Andrews return Jul 19, 2009
British Open: Inspired Seve Ballesteros talks of St. Andrews return - ESPN. Updated: July 18, 2009, 6:14 PM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
Golf: Jimenez leads British Open but Watson steals the show Jul 17, 2009
Jimenez, no spring chicken himself at 45, went bogey free in his round of 64, closing with birdies in the last two holes before paying tribute to compatriot Seve Ballesteros who is recovering from brain tumour surgery. "To see the way he fights and the way he is going forward gives you lots of motivation to do anything in life," he said. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Jimenez leads Open Jul 17, 2009
"I try not to live in the past, but a lot of the kids playing in the tournament were not even born in 1977. "Still I have a chance to do well this week," added Watson whose last Open triumph was at Birkdale 26 years ago. Jimenez, no spring chicken himself at 45, went bogey free in his round of 64, closing with birdies in the last two holes before paying tribute to compatriot Seve Ballesteros who is recovering from brain tumour surgery. "To see the way he fights and the way he is going forward... (iAfrica.com)
Like the three former winners at Turnberry -- Watson, Norman, Price -- expect this seldom-used venue to produce a deserving player Jul 16, 2009
St. Andrews's British Open champions since 1970 have been Nicklaus (twice), Seve Ballesteros (twice), Nick Faldo, John Daly and Woods (twice). Turnberry, by now, has gained that reputation. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Golf’s age-old story Jul 16, 2009
Martin Kaymer, the 24-year-old German, is coming off consecutive victories on the European Tour and can became the first player since Seve Ballesteros in 1986 to make it three in a row. Among the older set are 29-year-old Sergio Garcia and Adam Scott, who turns 29 today when the British Open begins. (Boston Globe)
Grateful Ballesteros launches cancer foundation Jun 26, 2009
Seve Ballesteros launches cancer foundation - ESPN ... Cancer survivor Seve Ballesteros has started a foundation to help others in their fight against the disease ... "I am a lucky man, I have a second opportunity and my desire is to help others," he said while presenting the Seve Ballesteros Foundation to help fight cancer. (ESPN -- Golf)
Seve talks of miracle recovery Jun 26, 2009
MADRID: Seve Ballesteros was in exuberant form yesterday at his first news conference since his collapse in October and four operations to remove a brain tumour. Presenting his new cancer research foundation, a tanned but frail-looking Ballesteros, with a livid scar on the side of his head, spoke about the miracle of his survival, cracking jokes and peppering his speech with typically colourful language. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Gal geared up at rain-delayed LPGA Jun 26, 2009
Seve Ballesteros announced the launch of his cancer foundation as he went before the press for the first time since undergoing brain tumor surgery nine months ago. I want to do my bit to battle this disease, Ballesteros said at a reception in a Madrid hotel. (Boston Globe)
Christina Stockton to Compete on the 2009 Collegiate All-Star Golf Team Jun 24, 2009
July 6 - Kataoka Seve Ballesteros Tournament, Chiba, Japan Thu. July 9 - Goodwin Gaw Tournament, Hong Kong Golf Club, Hong Kong Sat. (Usfdons.com)
Notebook: Long Island means long delays at Open Jun 19, 2009
Foster is one of the top European caddies whose list of employers include Seve Ballesteros, Darren Clarke, Thomas Bjorn and even Tiger Woods at the 2005 Presidents Cup. To raise money and awareness for cancer, Foster has decided to carry a tour golf bag from Loch Lomond to Turnberry over four days, arriving in time for the British Open. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Smith: Open is often fickle Jun 17, 2009
Trouble: Tiger Woods (Seve Ballesteros). Swing: Sam Snead (Ben Hogan). (Athens Banner-Herald)
Olazabal Going into World Golf Hall of Fame May 21, 2009
Jose Maria Olazabal, a two-time Masters champion and part of the "Spanish Armada" with Seve Ballesteros that became the most formidable team in the Ryder Cup, has been elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame. Olazabal was elected on the International ballot and will be inducted Nov. 2 at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Olazabal to be inducted in Hall of Fame May 21, 2009
JACKSONVILLE, Florida (AP) -Jose Maria Olazabal and Seve Ballesteros, known as the "Spanish Armada'' during their indomitable partnership in the Ryder Cup, never had to exchange ideas because they thought and played so much alike."We were erratic off the tee, solid with irons, extremely good around the green,'' Olazabal said on Wednesday. "Whenever we had to make a decision, there was not much thinking to do, not much talking. We saw the same shot, the same flight, we had the same ideas.''Linked... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mickelson on leave; wife diagnosed with cancer May 21, 2009
" How much golf Mickelson misses this summer is uncertain, but it comes at a time when Woods, his chief rival, returned from eight months away with knee surgery. They played together in the final round of the Masters and practically stole the show with an exciting charge up the leaderboard. Mickelson finished one shot ahead of Woods, but three shots out of the playoff won by Angel Cabrera. Related Searches: Buzz Up More... Most Viewed - Sports AP AP AP AP AP Most Blogged - Sports FanHouse Wed... (Yahoo News)
Seve feared being left disabled May 8, 2009
MADRID: Seve Ballesteros says he feels fine now but "suffered like a dog" while recovering from four operations to remove a brain tumour. "I feel perfect," Ballesteros said in an interview with Spain's Cadena SER Radio. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Seve says hes 90% recovered from tumour May 7, 2009
MADRID: Seve Ballesteros is already 90% recovered from surgery to remove a cancerous brain tumour, he said in a radio interview late on Tuesday. The Spanish five-time major winner had four operations to remove the tumour following his collapse at Madrid airport in October and has been recuperating at his home in northern Spain while he undergoes chemotherapy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ballesteros says he's '90 percent' recovered May 7, 2009
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Hall should call for Farrell May 7, 2009
He won the Spanish Open, then dedicated the victory to Seve Ballesteros, who has undergone multiple surgeries to remove a cancerous brain tumor, but made his first public appearance Sunday at a Spanish soccer game near his home. Birdie: Faxon. (Boston Globe)
Ballesteros says he `suffered like a dog' May 7, 2009
MADRID (AP) -Seve Ballesteros says he feels fine now but "suffered like a dog'' while recovering from four surgeries to remove a cancerous brain tumor."I feel perfect,'' Ballesteros said in an interview with the Cadena SER radio. "I can do any kind of sport. I can row, I can run, I can swim, I can cycle. I am even playing a bit of golf, some short shots.''Ballesteros, a five-time major winner, said he never felt scared or pessimistic during his 72 days in a hospital late last year but feared... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ex-Spartan leads program May 5, 2009
It was during that time, he golfed with, or against, future links superstars Nick Faldo and Seve Ballesteros. They were up and coming, he said. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
* OHair claims Quail Hollow win May 5, 2009
Denmarks Thomas Bjorn and Peter Lawrie of Ireland shared third place, four adrift of Levet, who paid tribute to Seve Ballesteros, the Spaniard who is recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor. I dedicate this win to Ballesteros, Levet told reporters. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Frenchman Levet seals fifth European title May 4, 2009
Denmarks Thomas Bjorn and Peter Lawrie of Ireland shared third place, four adrift of Levet, who paid tribute to Seve Ballesteros, the Spaniard who is recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous brain tumour. I dedicate this win to Ballesteros, Levet told reporters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Seve Ballesteros makes first public appearance May 4, 2009
SANTANDER, Spain (AP) -Golfing great Seve Ballesteros made his first public appearance on Sunday since undergoing four separate surgeries to remove a cancerous brain tumor. Ballesteros, a five-time major winner, was on hand for a Spanish league match at Racing Santander's El Sardinero stadium, where he received a standing ovation from the fans. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Levet wins Spanish Open by 2 shots May 4, 2009
Levet dedicated the victory to golf great Seve Ballesteros, who is battling cancer. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ducks' Marchant scores in 3rd OT to beat Red Wings May 4, 2009
" Notes:@ Franzen has scored 21 times in 46 playoff games. Just five active players had more goals in their first 46 playoff games, according to STATS. ... Franzen and Getzlaf both have a point in six straight games this postseason. ... In NHL playoff games that went beyond two OTs, the next-quickest ending was in 1971 when the New York Rangers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 1:31 into the third overtime. (This version CORRECTS Ducks 4, Red Wings 3, 3OT; Optional; SUBS 6th graf to correct to Rob... (Yahoo News)
Ballesteros makes 1st post-surgery appearance May 4, 2009
Seve Ballesteros attended a Spanish League soccer match despite currently undergoing cancer treatments. SANTANDER, Spain -- Golfing great made his first public appearance Sunday since undergoing four separate surgeries to remove a cancerous brain tumor. (ESPN -- Golf)
NAMES & FACES May 4, 2009
NAMES Articles Seve Ballesteros The three-time British Open champ made his first public appearance Sunday since undergoing four separate surgeries to remove a cancerous brain tumor. Ballesteros, a two-time Masters champ, was on hand. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A Three-way Playoff for the Green Jacket Apr 13, 2009
It was the first three-way playoff at Augusta National since 1987, when Larry Mize beat Greg Norman and Seve Ballesteros with a chip-in from 140 feet. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Masters: Perry, Campbell, Cabrera in playoff Apr 13, 2009
It was the first three-way playoff at Augusta National since 1987, when Larry Mize beat Greg Norman and Seve Ballesteros with a chip-in from 140 feet. The playoff took center stage after a thrilling duel between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson ended with a thud. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
SALUTE TO SEVE Apr 10, 2009
Seve Ballesteros puts on the green jacket after winning the 1980 Masters ... By Bob Kimball, USA TODAY The Masters was the perfect stage for Seve Ballesteros, with his daring style and good looks fitting the environment as easily as the azaleas and pines that dot Georgia's Augusta National course. (USA Today -- Sports)
Memories of Seve at the Masters Apr 9, 2009
(AP) -What usually is a night of laughter and memories turned melancholy at the Champions Dinner when Jose Maria Olazabal read a letter to the Masters winners from Seve Ballesteros, who is recovering from a malignant brain tumor. Ballesteros, a dynamic figure at Augusta National and a two-time champion, has had three operations since he was diagnosed with the tumor in October. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Swings like teen spirit: McIlroy leads Augusta youth invasion Apr 9, 2009
" It's idiotic to predict how it might all play out, but glance at Palmer's tour stop a few days ago proves just how little is assured with regard to youngsters. Sean O'Hair became the first notable American teen to turn pro while still in high school, and a year later he was followed by Ty Tryon, with whom he once played practice rounds at the Bay Hill Club & Lodge. On that same course, two years in a row, O'Hair, now 26 and the owner of two tour titles, has held the 54-hole lead and battled... (CBS News)
Masters: Constancy in uncertain world Apr 9, 2009
A darker change: Seve Ballesteros is not here, now in the fight of his life with a brain tumor. He sent a letter that was read to his fellow Masters champions at their dinner. (USA Today -- Sports)
Trio of newcomers make golf look like child's play Apr 9, 2009
Even Europe's five major champions -- Nick Faldo, Seve Ballesteros, Sandy Lyle, Ian Woosnam and Bernhard Langer, all of whom were born within 11 months of each other -- did not enjoy such early success. "I think it's great for the tournament and for golf in general, for guys that are still in their teens to be coming up," McIlroy said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Plenty of aces at this club Apr 9, 2009
Thoughts turn to Seve Tuesday night's annual Champions Dinner took an emotional turn when Jose Maria Olazabal stood up and read a letter sent by Seve Ballesteros, who is fighting a cancerous brain tumor in Spain. "It was very emotional, very loving, and as it was read, you could feel in the air the reciprocation from his friends and former champions, going all the way back to Spain," said Augusta National chairman Billy Payne, an invited guest at the dinner. (Boston Globe)
Masters:Imagine Woods vs. Nicklaus Apr 7, 2009
When Nicklaus finished second (19 times), look who beat him: Tom Watson and Lee Trevino, four times each, Arnold Palmer twice, Gary Player and Seve Ballesteros once each. That's a dozen major titles where Nicklaus finished runner-up to Hall of Fame players, from three distinct golf generations, with better career records than anybody Woods has ever had to beat. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Past champions » Apr 7, 2009
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Quiet day of practice at Augusta National Apr 6, 2009
They didnt have enough money to pay for the satellite feed required to watch the Masters, so his only visual of the Augusta National came from a DVD on Seve Ballesteros. Those highlights only featured the 15th, 16th and 18th holes. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Ballesteros says he still faces biggest battle of his life Apr 2, 2009
Seve Ballesteros of Spain watches a drive on the first hole during a pro-am golf tournament in Hoover, Alabama, on May 17, 2007 ... Seve Ballesteros said he had made good progress in his recovery from surgery to remove a brain tumor at the end of last year, but still faced the biggest battle of his life to get well. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Ballesteros speaks publicly about fight with cancer Apr 1, 2009
MADRID: An emotional Seve Ballesteros has spoken publicly for the first time about his fight against a cancerous brain tumour. The 51-year-old Ballesteros looked frail and thin in photos published by Spanish sports daily Marca yesterday along with the golf greats first interview since his diagnosis nearly six months ago. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Lakers' Bynum back to playing a bit Apr 1, 2009
GOLF Ballesteros speaks about cancer battle Pale and thin but resilient as ever, Seve Ballesteros says he's been given the mulligan of his life. Speaking in Madrid for the first time about his battle with brain cancer, Ballesteros appeared in photos in the sports daily Marca. (Boston Globe)
Seve: Battle for life is my sixth major Apr 1, 2009
Seve Ballesteros says battling his brain tumor is like fighting for a sixth major ... (CNN) -- Spanish golf legend Seve Ballesteros says that fighting a brain tumor is the biggest battle of his life and in golfing terms like winning a sixth major title ... Brave Seve Ballesteros says that battling his brain tumor is like fighting for a sixth career major. (CNN -- International)
* Sports Briefs Mar 28, 2009
Seve Ballesteros will undergo a fourth round of chemotherapy following the brain surgery he underwent last year to remove a brain tumor, the Spanish golf star announced on his Web site on Thursday. The 51-year-old, a five-time major winner, has undergone four operations since cancer was discovered in October last year and now he is ready to take more treatment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Ballesteros to undergo fourth round of chemo Mar 27, 2009
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