Woods opens nine stroke Masters lead with 65 in third round
Tiger Woods fired a 7 under 65 at Augusta to build a nine shot edge over his pursuers. Veterans Jose Maria Olazabal Fred Couples Ernie Els Tom Watson and Nick Price failed to mount a challenge as Woods refused to blink while Davis Love II Colin Montgomerie lamented the field’s inability to threaten the 21 year old.
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Woods seeks more than victory in golf's evolving era
The story portrays Tiger Woods aiming to expand golf's reach beyond wins, seeking to boost minority participation and open doors for new players. Nicklaus praises Woods' strategic mind as he tallies birdies and eagles, building a commanding lead through the front nine with a dominant drive and precise wedge shots.
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Kite lauds Woods and eyes Spain showdown
Augusta captain Tom Kite lauds Tiger Woods as “fantastic” after a 66 and 65 rounds, saying Woods has leapfrogged the field and will help in September in Spain against Europe. Nick Faldo misses the cut. Rocca trails Woods by nine with slim odds. Woods leads Masters with a 54-hole nine-shot edge, a Masters record margin.
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