Watson's 64 leaves him 3 back of Cook Oct 31, 2009
(10-30) 18:19 PDT -- Tom Watson, who certainly knows a thing or two about playing golf in Scotland, likes to quote an old Scots saying: "A day without wind is ne'er a day for golf." ... Watson's 64 leaves him 3 back of Cook Articles Tom Watson, who certainly knows a thing or two about playing golf in Scotland, likes to quote an old Scots saying: "A day without wind is ne'er a day for golf." The conditions at Sonoma Country Club on Friday would have. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Cook shoots 62 to take lead in senior finale Oct 31, 2009
With Tom Watson putting together an impressive run of his own and making a strong bid for his first Champions Tour win in nearly 18 months, Cook wanted to keep a close eye on the 60-year-old Hall of Famer ... Tom Watson reacts after making a birdie putt on the second green during the second round of the Charles Schwab Cup Championship golf event in Sonoma, Calif. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ricketts vows Cubs will win a Series Oct 31, 2009
to take a three-stroke lead over Tom Watson and Phil Blackmar after the second round of the Champions Tour s season-ending Charles Schwab Cup Championship. Watson shot a 64. (Boston Globe)
The tall and short of Champions Tour finale Oct 31, 2009
Tom Watson headlined the group at 69. It's easy to forget how rare it is to see a really tall professional golfer - say, north of 6-5 - until you watch Blackmar hunch over a shot. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Youth clinic Oct 30, 2009
The man at the center of one of the biggest sports stories of the year, Tom Watson, is glad to be back at Sonoma this year after missing the 2008 Charles Schwab Cup Championship due to hip replacement. Despite the loss, Watson says that the experience is something he would not trade for the world and he is humbled by the outpouring of love that he has seen since he lost the playoff to Steward Cink in July. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Powered Up: The most important game Oct 29, 2009
Tom Watson winning the British Open (I've blocked out the 18th on Sunday). The Devil Rays getting to the World Series. (Missouri Sports -- Rivals.com)
Duo wins Skills Challenge at Breakers in playoff Oct 27, 2009
Brendt Snedeker, Boo Weekley win Golf Skills Challenge at The Breakers in a playoff - ESPN. Updated: October 26, 2009, 6:43 PM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
Glover shoots 66 to win PGA Grand Slam of Golf Oct 22, 2009
What do a fortuitous phone call, election woes and catching a head cold have to do with Tom Watson. When some of the top athletes in sport quit their day jobs, could they have a shot at playing professional golf. (ESPN -- Golf)
Twin targets for Cink at elite Grand Slam event Oct 21, 2009
Cink won his first major title at the British Open in July, ending a fairytale run by 59-year-old veteran Tom Watson with a playoff victory at Turnberry in Scotland. He was also a member of the triumphant US team at the Presidents Cup in San Francisco this month. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Like him or not, Johnson is good for NASCAR Oct 20, 2009
Thomas Bonk of the L.A. Times wrote back in 2008: "According to research that traced Woods' effect on television ratings in 2007, tournaments in which he finished in the top five had a 171 percent increase in CBS' ratings over those in which he did not play or wasn't in contention." And we all know what happened when Woods is absent it took an improbable run by Tom Watson to make us pay attention to this year's British Open. Sure, some of the fun is taking "the field" against the champion. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cook rallies for win in Texas Oct 19, 2009
Olin Browne (70), Russ Cochran (70) and Tom Watson (72) shared seventh place at seven-under-par 209. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Forsman still in front at The Woodlands Oct 18, 2009
Tom Watson (68), Bob Tway (70) and John Cook (72) share fifth at seven-under 137. Forsman parred his first three holes, but birdied the fourth and sixth holes to reach 10-under par for the championship. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Forsman keeps lead at The Woodlands Oct 18, 2009
Jay Haas (66), Gene Jones (67) and Mark Wiebe (69) were tied for second, and Tom Watson (68), Bob Tway (70) and John Cook (72) followed at 7 under. Forsman, who had six straight birdies in his opening 64, started steady Saturday, birdieing Nos. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Major surprises, Tiger's six wins highlight 2009 season Oct 13, 2009
Tom Watson of the U.S. plays his third shot on the 18th hole during the final round of the British Open at Turnberry Golf Club in Scotland, in July. Watson, 59 at the time, lost in a playoff to Stewart Cink. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ex-'Dog can't quit at age 51 Oct 13, 2009
Its Tom Watson, walking up the 18th at this year's British. "I really can't explain it," Anderson says into the phone, church bells clanging in the distance. (Fresno Bee)
Haas' record finish bests Watson (32) Oct 9, 2009
TIMONIUM The stage was much smaller, the stakes far less, but that didn t matter to Tom Watson. Reminiscent of the British Open in July when Watson nearly made history, he put himself in position to win on Sunday at the Senior Players Championship. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Put your foot down, Damon tells Jenson Oct 7, 2009
This is dragging on a bit and its a bit like the Open with Tom Watson, 1996 world champion Hill told BBC radio after his compatriot finished eighth in a race won by Red Bulls Sebastian Vettel. Its getting towards the last few holes and it does look like its all won and it should be in the bag but they dont have play-offs in Formula One, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Claim says law violated by StanCERA board Oct 7, 2009
StanCERA Administrator Tom Watson was unavailable Tuesday, and the board's legal counsel declined to comment. Rick Robinson, county chief executive officer, said Tuesday he had not read the claim thoroughly and wasn't qualified to respond to every legal argument. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Monday Morning Golf Report Oct 6, 2009
Jay Haas charged past Tom Watson to win the Senior Players Championship by one stroke, birdying the 18th hole Sunday to match the course record with a 6-under 64 in the final Champions Tour major of the season at Baltimore Country Club. Haas, who was coming off a victory at the Greater Hickory Classic two weeks ago, opened the tournament with a solid round of 66 and was just one-shot off the lead. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Haas surges to win after Watson fades Oct 5, 2009
Golf Jay Haas charged past Tom Watson to win the Senior Players Championship by a stroke yesterday, birdieing the 18th hole to match the course record with a 6-under-par 64 at Baltimore Country Club in the final Champions Tour major of the season. Watson, 60, was trying to become the oldest major winner on the 50-and-over tour. (Boston Globe)
Haas edges Watson for Senior Players title Oct 5, 2009
Jay Haas took advantage of Tom Watson's uncharacteristic bogeys and passive play to steal the final Champions Tour major of the year ... "But Haas birdied 17, converting a 12-foot putt for his 20th birdie of the tournament, to force a tie atop the leaderboard.A gusty breeze and soft, wet conditions made difficult putting on the sloping greens at the Five Farms East course even more challenging. Watson wasn't able to replicate the 64 he shot Saturday to move into the lead after three rounds.Haas... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Watson fires a 64, leads Senior Players by four Oct 4, 2009
Tom Watson hits his drive on the fourth hole during the third round of the Constellation Energy Senior Players Championship ... - Tom Watson is feeling good and likes his golf game these days ... "I didn't lose a lot to the field by making bogey there, although you don't want to give Tom Watson four shots," he said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bjorn leads by 2 at Dunhill Links championship Oct 4, 2009
Lonnie Nielson shot 5-under-par 65 to take a one-stroke lead over Tom Watson and Jay Haas in the Senior Players Championship, the last of the Champions Tour's five majors tournaments. Sandy Lyle opened with 67, and Bob Tway, Dan Forsman, Eduardo Romero and Mike Reid shot 68s. (The Augusta Chronicle)
West held out of James-O'Neal debut Oct 4, 2009
Golf Watson shoots 64, leads Seniors by 4 Tom Watson took a four-stroke lead at the Senior Players Championship in Timonium, Md. shooting a bogey-free 6-under-par 64 at Baltimore Country Club. (Boston Globe)
Watson's 64 secures four-shot edge at Senior Players Oct 4, 2009
Tom Watson follows through on his tee shot at No. 4 on the way to a third-round 64 ... "I didn't lose a lot to the field by making bogey there, although you don't want to give Tom Watson four shots," he said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Moodie shoots 64 for Navistar lead Oct 4, 2009
Lonnie Nielson shot a 5-under 65 to take a one-stroke lead over Tom Watson and Jay Haas in the the last of the Champions Tour's five majors. Sandy Lyle opened with a 67, and Bob Tway, Dan Forsman, Eduardo Romero and Mike Reid shot 68s on the Baltimore Country Club/Five Farms' East Course. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Watson leads by 4 at Senior Players Oct 4, 2009
Tom Watson takes 4-shot lead at Senior Players Championship - ESPN ... "I didn't lose a lot to the field by making bogey there, although you don't want to give Tom Watson four shots," he said. (ESPN -- Golf)
Martin gets another pole in Chase race Oct 3, 2009
Tom Watson shot a 68 for a 6-under 134 total in Timonium, Md. at the midway point of the Senior Players, the fifth major on the Champions Tour. (Boston Globe)
Watson takes two-shot lead at Senior Players Championship Oct 3, 2009
Tom Watson, watching his 14th-hole tee shot at Baltimore Country Club, shot a 68 for a 6-under 134 at the Senior Players Championship. TIMONIUM, Md. (USA Today -- Sports)
Watson tops Senior Players by 2 shots Oct 3, 2009
Tom Watson takes 2-shot lead in Senior Players event - ESPN. Updated: October 2, 2009, 5:37 PM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
Watson 1 shot back at Senior Players Oct 2, 2009
Tom Watson in a tie for second at Senior Players Championship - ESPN ... "I can think of better guys I'd rather have chasing me than Tom Watson and Jay Haas, that's for sure," Nielsen said. (ESPN -- Golf)
Watson one back at Senior Championship Oct 2, 2009
Tom Watson made only one bogey during his 4-under 66 round Thursday ... - Tom Watson made four birdies on the front nine and 00004000 shot a 4-under 66 to move into a second-place tie with Jay Haas, one stroke behind unheralded Lonnie Nielsen after the first round of the Senior Players Championship. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Watson, Funk head field in Senior Players event Oct 1, 2009
(AP) -Even if Tom Watson won the British Open, it's hard to imagine his life would be much better than it is right now. Watson skipped the past couple weeks on the Champions Tour to work on an instructional DVD and book. (MSNBC -- Sports)
O'Neill: Even without majors, Tiger had great year Sep 30, 2009
But Woods missed the cut in July at Turnberry, which was only slightly less shocking than 59-year old Tom Watson nearly winning. At the PGA Championship, Woods was in charge through three rounds and 67 holes. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Cink rallies after hitting fan with opening tee shot Sep 26, 2009
Cink, who won his first major title by beating compatriot Tom Watson in a playoff for the British Open in July, rued his opening blow of the day in the seasons final FedExCup event. My drive flew straight into a ladys eye about eight yards right of the fairway, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
As a practical joker, Harrington takes the prize Sep 24, 2009
Perry is the 12th person to win the award, after Jack Nicklaus, Byron Nelson, Arnold Palmer, Ben Crenshaw, Nick Price, Tom Watson, Jay Haas, Brad Faxon, Gary Player, Hal Sutton, and Davis Love III.. Pressing onward Marc Leishman, who made an eagle on the 72d hole of the Deutsche Bank Championship to advance to the third playoff event, followed that up with a second-place tie at the BMW Championship, and is the only rookie in the 30-player field. (Boston Globe)
Sluman wins again at Pebble Beach Sep 7, 2009
Tom Watson (116), $57,750 70-69-72_211. Tom Jenkins (116), $57,750 72-66-73_211. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
On the tee with Verle Sep 6, 2009
When I think of players like Tom Watson, Hale Irwin or Jack Nicklaus, what stands out in my mind is the way they managed their games. They didn t win every time, no one does, but they never beat themselves. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Watson, Irwin among field in Walmart First Tee Sep 4, 2009
(AP) -Tom Watson, the British Open runner-up, Hale Irwin, the all-time Champions Tour money leader, and defending champion Jeff Sluman are among the pro field of 78 competing beginning Friday in the Walmart First Tee Open. The 54-hole tournament, the only Champions Tour event played on two courses, will be held at Pebble Beach Golf Links and Del Monte Golf Course. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Watson to play Pebble Beach Sep 3, 2009
(09-02) 21:09 PDT -- The Tom Watson World Tour comes to Northern California this weekend ... On Golf: Watson playing Pebble Beach this week Articles The Tom Watson World Tour comes to Northern California this weekend. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Aging boomers: Hit the pavement softly Sep 3, 2009
It is great to see healthier lifestyles and better training methods lead to Dara Torres winning Olympic swimming medals at 41, Tom Watson nearly winning the British Open at 59, and Lance Armstrong finishing third in the Tour de France at 37. But as most people age, they must also curb their athletic spirit to common sense. (Boston Globe)
Pro tours at a glance Sep 3, 2009
Of note: Tom Watson won the 1982 US Open at Pebble Beach and also took the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am on the course in 1977 and 78. Greg Norman is in the field. (Boston Globe)
On Golf: Watson playing Pebble Beach this week Sep 3, 2009
(09-02) 21:09 PDT -- The Tom Watson World Tour comes to Northern California this weekend. Expect stirring ovations, repeated references to his epic near-victory at the British Open and some good-natured jokes about how Watson put those kids in their place. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Readiness is routine on Tour Sep 2, 2009
Tom Watson, for instance, frequently opts for a 4-iron at the beginning, thinking that if he hits shots well with that club, solid swings with the shorter clubs will follow. But most pull a wedge first, and produce an assortment: half shots, pitches, lobs, full shots. (Boston Globe)
Golf Roundup: Two share lead at The Barclays Aug 30, 2009
Marino lost in a playoff at Colonial and was tied for the 36-hole lead with Tom Watson at the British Open. He will be in the final pairing with Goydos, whose previous win came at the Sony Open two years ago. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Marino ties Goydos for lead Aug 30, 2009
Marino lost in a playoff at Colonial this year, and he shared the 36-hole lead with Tom Watson at the British Open. He figures that being in the mix for a title can only serve him well, and Marino should find out how much today. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Marino nears first PGA Tour win; Tiger 5 back Aug 30, 2009
Marino had two chances to win this year, losing a playoff at the Colonial and sharing the 36-hole lead with Tom Watson at the British Open. He might find out how that experience will help him at Liberty National. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Randy Couture: Ultimate Fighting's Ageless Wonder Aug 30, 2009
And what about that Tom Watson, who at 59 inspired the world's elderly population by nearly winning the British Open in July. Then there's also a certain quarterback now playing for the Minnesota Vikings, who turns 40 in October, and still has a chance to age gracefully on the football field. (Time.com)
Marino, Goydos share Barclays lead Aug 30, 2009
Marino, who played college golf at Virginia, lost in a playoff at Colonial this year and shared the 36-hole lead with Tom Watson at the British Open. Simpson, who was in Q-school eight months ago, is trying to become the first rookie to win on the PGA Tour this year. (News & Observer -- Sports)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Pitting Heidi Montag vs. Brett Favre Aug 28, 2009
Tom Watson vs. Indiana Jones. Brock Lesnar vs. Lord Voldemort. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Tiger's skins game had no teeth Aug 27, 2009
VERONA -- For 16 years the folks at Ellis Hospital paraded some of golf's biggest names -- Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Gary Player, John Daly -- through the Capital Region for its annual Skins Game. Thirty-nine players made at least one stop during the run, and most understood that the theme of the day was fun. (Albany Times Union)
Anger at UK file-sharing policy Aug 26, 2009
Speaking on Radio 4's PM programme, the former Cabinet Secretary, Tom Watson MP, said that Lord Mandelson had reached "the wrong conclusion". ILLEGAL FILE-SHARING File-sharing is not illegal. (BBC News -- UK)
Big win means a lot for Mike Reid Aug 25, 2009
Reid said he often recalled little sayings from opponents he remembered from his years on both the regular PGA Tour and the Champions Tour, players like Lee Trevino, Tom Watson and others. Those thoughts from the past were there to help me because it s hard to stay focused in the present moment. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Reid takes title Aug 24, 2009
His opening round matched Doug Tewells record set in 2001 and matched by Tom Watson in 2003. Reid joins Peter Jacobsen as having two Champions Tour victories in majors. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bryant enjoys the high desert at the Tradition Aug 23, 2009
REBOUNDING: Tom Watson rebounded Saturday after a struggling in the second round at the Jeld-Wen Tradition. After an opening round 67, Watson had four bogeys and a double bogey on Friday for a 74. (MSNBC -- Sports)
• Summer thoughts on sports Aug 23, 2009
I still feel bad that 59-year-old golfer Tom Watson didn't win the British Open. But isn't it amazing he came so close to winning the championship. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Golf: Bryant keeps lead at the Tradition Aug 23, 2009
Tom Watson shot 62 in the second round in 2003, when the tournament was played in Aloha, and Doug Tewell had a final-round 62 in 2001, when the event was held in Scottsdale, Ariz. PGA Tour. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Riley, Garcia share lead at rainy Wyndham Aug 23, 2009
Bryant s low opening round matched Tom Watson s mark set in 2003 and Doug Tewell s in 2001. Watson rebounded with a 69 after a 74 the day before, but making a run at the leaders in the final round would be tough at 6 under. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Jeld-Wen Tradition golf: Bring on the FunkMaking his move: Defending champ shoots 67, enters weekend 1 shot back Aug 22, 2009
n 2003 champion Tom Watson struggled Friday and had a 40 on the front nine. He is seven shots back. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Bolt would jolt any jaded fan Aug 22, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. Peter FitzSimonsAugust 22, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Jeld-Wen Tradition golf: Hot day, hot roundStarting strong: Brad Bryant takes the first-round lead with a 10-under 62 Aug 21, 2009
Loren Roberts is three strokes behind, with Tom Watson and Tom Lehman another stroke back ... n Bryant s 62 matched the tournament record set in 2003 by Tom Watson. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Bolt blazes to world record in 200 meters Aug 21, 2009
Loren Roberts shot a 65, while Tom Watson and Tom Lehman each had 67s as temperatures hovered in the upper 90s on the scenic 7,533-yard course. KLM Open: Ireland's Paul McGinley and Scotland's Gary Orr used easier early conditions to shoot opening 6-under 64s and tie for the lead at the European Tour event in Zandvoort, Netherlands. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bryant leads Tradition after 1st round Aug 21, 2009
Loren Roberts shot a 65, while Tom Watson and Tom Lehman each had 67s as temperatures hovered in the upper 90s on the scenic 7,533-yard course in the shadow of Mt. Bachelor. Defending champion Funk was in a group at 4-under. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Featured in sports: Hot times at the Jeld-Wen TraditionAlso: Bolt sets record in 200 meters; NCAA throws out Memphis' Final Four run Aug 21, 2009
Loren Roberts is three strokes behind, with Tom Watson and Tom Lehman another stroke back. Then comes a quartet of golfers that includes Funk, Hale Irwin, Jim Thorpe and R.W. Eaks. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Golf Roundup: U.S. big favorite for Solheim Cup Aug 21, 2009
Loren Roberts shot a 65, while Tom Watson and Tom Lehman each had 67s. Wyndham Championship: Chez Reavie, Ryan Moore and former winner Brandt Snedeker each shot a 64 at the PGA Tour's final event before the playoffs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
