Legends reunite as Palmer Nicklaus and Player tee off at Augusta
Fans flock to Augusta National for a meeting of golf legends Arnold Palmer Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player. The trio posted 78 76 and 74 respectively while Fuzzy Zoeller struggled with 82 and Sam Snead Byron Nelson honored Gene Sarazen in a ceremony.
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First-timer Enberg in awe at Augusta National Masters
Dick Enberg covered his first Masters for CBS and joined reporters inside Augusta National with access to the clubhouse library and locker room. Writers enjoy special treatment as Augusta prioritizes the written word, a tradition dating to the event’s early days.
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Tiger Woods draws bigger TV audiences for golf
CBS reports Tiger Woods boosts golf ratings by 30 to 50 percent when in contention, attracting casual viewers. Masters specials in 1997 hit a 14.1 rating and 34 share, while last year’s Woods-less finish yielded 10.1 rating and 22 share. Overall, golf TV ratings and ads surged as Woods joined the PGA Tour in 1996, reshaping viewership and sponsorship.
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Mickelson and Woods Comment On Open Round Strides
Phil Mickelson praised a steady wind affected round while posting a 71 as Tiger Woods stayed optimistic after Thursday. Mickelson noted the tested conditions and the late burst from a competitor who once broke the record. Woods said the tournament is long and he must limit mistakes while enjoying solid shots and occasional jokes.
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Lehman Sweeps to Solid Round Despite Final Setback
The 13th ranked golfer Lehman led early with birdies on Nos 1 7 and 8 and stood 4 under at the front nine but faltered on the last hole. He cited wind and heavy greens as challenges and praised recent wins at the Williams World Challenge and the Phoenix Open for boosting his confidence.
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Jones leads early then bogeys stretch at U S Open golf
Former U S Open champion Steve Jones grips the lead at five under through ten holes but slips with bogeys at 11 and 15 and a water-filled double bogey at 12. he shoots 71. Craig Stadler falters with two water balls and a quadruple bogey nine on 15 and posts 73.
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Masters chaos as Woods, Els, Lehman face late trouble
Tiger Woods calls the day difficult after a dramatic Masters round. Ernie Els, penalized for slow play, hurled criticism at officials as he carded a 72. Tom Lehman finished one behind Paulson after a late tee shot into the trees led to a double bogey.
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