Inspiration blooms as Curtis shocks PGA field at Oak Hill
Rochester preview notes optimism across players after Ben Curtis won his first major at Royal St George's. Veterans like Mickelson Montgomerie and Woods are cited as contenders while the field embraces unpredictability. Oak Hill’s longer layout and softer greens could heighten chances for surprise champions.
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Watson fosters legacy with ALS fundraiser during PGA run
Tom Watson, age 58, rides emotional highs as he competes in his 118th major while supporting Bruce Edwards, his ALS-stricken caddie. A fan gave $1,000 for Edwards as Watson reflects on career Grand Slam ambitions and rising public awareness plus fundraising for research.
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Davis Love III risks and rewards at PGA Championship
Tragedy and rumors surround Davis Love III as he enters the Oak Hill PGA Championship with a year of four wins and major contention. He speaks openly about personal strife while performing at career-best level, aiming to add a second Waning Foot Winged Foot title to his 1997 victory, despite major-championship pressures and a recent near-miss at the British Open.
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