Woods struggles amid more major frustration at U S Open
Tiger Woods sits with playing partner Shigeki Maruyama at Shinnecock Hills as he endures another tough round. He posts a 69 to break par but remains 7 under his career majors drought, with Phil Mickelson and Shigeki Maruyama sharing the lead at 134.
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Mickelson Surges on Open Course as Woods Warns No Escape
The Open photo shows Phil Mickelson pacing ahead with a 68 after a tough finish to the first round, while Tiger Woods cautions that catching Lefty won’t be easy at Shinnecock Hills. Mickelson’s steady play includes a string of five consecutive putts and a clutch birdie touch on the back nine as others struggle for momentum. Cedar Rapids pro Zach Johnson battles to a 73 and sits mid-pack. Jay Haas slumps with a final-hole double bogey.
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Mickelson Leads U S Open Round Two at Shinnecock
Phil Mickelson and Shigeki Maruyama sit at 6 under 134 with Jeff Maggert one back and Fred Funk and Retief Goosen at 136. Tiger Woods rebounds to 69 as others miss the cut while Furyk cards an eagle to reach the weekend.
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Gordon takes pole for DHL 400 at Michigan after bold push
Jeff Gordon wins the pole with a 190.865 mph lap at Michigan International Speedway, leading Hendrick Motorsports in a top three sweep. Brian Vickers and Jimmie Johnson follow, while Dale Earnhardt Jr. holds the track record with 191.149 mph. Martin Truex Jr. wins Busch Series pole at Kentucky Speedway with 180.102 mph.
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Nets Bring Back Lawrence Frank as Coach Next Season
East Rutherford New Jersey Nets confirm coach Lawrence Frank, 33, will return next season and possibly beyond if a long term deal is agreed. The team previously picked up his option for the upcoming season. A separate note quotes Senator McCain on USADA jurisdiction over Olympic athlete doping cases and committee hearing considerations.
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McCain Rejects Marion Jones Public Hearing Request
Senator John McCain, chair of the committee, denied Marion Jones’ request for a public hearing into allegations she violated steroid rules. McCain acted on the plea Friday, stating the matter would proceed under existing procedures.
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Lopez Johnston: Nancy Lopez Returns to Golf for Hy Vee Classic
Nancy Lopez, LPGA Hall of Famer with 48 career wins, tees off at Hyperion Field Club for the Hy Vee Classic. The mother of three plans Auburn University decorating help for her daughter next week and shifts focus from touring to family life. Lopez says she practices seldom, cherishes family moments, and serves as golf commentator on The Golf Channel while watching her daughters play and supporting them.
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