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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 2002
Page
17
Weather could factor as Ernie Els seeks to maintain a two stroke edge in the 131st British Open held at a major links venue. Overnight and morning forecasts show gusty winds and cool temperatures impacting approaches and final round strategy.
Ernie Els takes a two stroke lead after a punishing day at St Andrews with a 1 over 72 while Tiger Woods shoots an 81 the worst of his career, leaving his bid for the Grand Slam in doubt. Woods lingers 11 behind as Els eyes the 54 hole mark and Hansen close in.
In dire weather and brutal form, Tiger Woods failed to break 80 for the first time as an 81 posted, dashing hopes for a Grand Slam. The cold, damp conditions mirrored his stunned reaction as fans watched a rare misstep in his major chase.
Rick Underwood reports area golf pros describe cold hands and feet, wind and rain shaping rounds at the British Open. Gene Shaneyfelt of Red Hawk Country Club says warmth layers and wind complicate swings while Steve Heckel of Crab Orchard Golf Club notes conditions magnify struggles. Tiger Woods is referenced as playing the event.
Ernie Els tops the leaderboard after three rounds at 208 with Soren Hansen Justin Rose and Justin Leonard among the group at 210 or 211. Tiger Woods posted an 81 and sits 11 back as coverage airs today on ABC from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Adam Hyzdu slugged two three run homers and drove in seven as the Pirates beat the Cardinals 15-6 for the second straight night. In two games he’s gone 7-for-10 with a grand slam Friday, lifting Pittsburgh’s series advantage to 2-1.
The St. Louis Cardinals optioned left-hander Bud Smith to Triple A Memphis on Saturday to create a roster spot for newly acquired starter Chuck Finley. Smith, 1-5 with a 6.94 ERA in 11 appearances, struggled since last year. Finley joined from Cleveland for minor league outfielder Luis Garcia and a player to be named.
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