Chez Reavie Has First PGA Tour Win in Canadian Open
July 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
With the victory, his first on the PGA Tour at 17-under par, Chez Reavie’s life changes.
Reavie won $900,000 (U.S.), secured his job on the PGA Tour through 2010 and gained entry into the PGA Championship next month, the 2009 Masters and other future high-end golf tournaments.
When asked what he planned to buy first after his $900,000 windfall in the Canadian Open, Chez Reavie said:
“I have no idea,” the 26-year-old PGA Tour rookie said. “I’m sure I’ll find something nice back home, if my fiancee doesn’t spend it before I get home.”
Amanda Henrichs’ spending spree probably won’t include a bigger wedding.
“It can’t be any bigger,” Reavie said. “I picked a good spot where we couldn’t fit too many people. I’m sure she’ll find something else she wants, though.”
Reavie won the national championship Sunday for his first PGA Tour title, closing with a 1-under 70 on a welcome rain-free afternoon for a three-stroke victory over Billy Mayfair at soggy Glen Abbey.
“Oh, man. I’m just so excited,” Reavie said. “I don’t think a lot of people understand when you’re growing up and you’re practicing and you’re working so hard, this is, obviously, your goal, but there are no guarantees.”
Chris Evert Cheers on Hubby Greg Norman Who Wows Fans at British Open
July 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Behind every good man-golfer is a good woman.
Forget all the details of their drama-filled divorces, it is nice to see Chris Evert cheering her man on.
I’ve always liked Greg Norman and it is nice to see him playing so well in the British Open in Southport, England this week. Norman, who recently married tennis great Chris Evert had an impressive opening day.
Paula Creamer is Pretty in Pink - and Can Kick Your Butt on the Golf Course
July 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
You’ve got to love a woman golfer who wears pink, and can also kick your butt on the golf course.
Paula is nicknamed the “Pink Panther” for the color she often wears and pink golf balls. Creamer finished second on the LPGA money list in 2005, and in 2007 was third. In the Women’s World Golf Rankings she has been as high as number two, and as of July 2008 is in the top five.
Kenny Perry Now Second Benind Tiger in FedEx Cup Standings
July 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Kenny Perry beat Jay Williamson and Brad Adamonis in a playoff Sunday to win the John Deere Classic Sunday in Silvis, Ill.
Perry had a one-stroke lead through 17, only to lose it after poor shots from the fringe on the final hole of regulation. He and Williamson then watched as Adamonis, the PGA Tour’s oldest rookie at 35, missed an 18-foot birdie that would have won it in regulation and given him his first victory.
Gone With the Win - Tiger Woods Out for a Year After Winning US Golf Open
June 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Tiger Woods out is our of the game for year after winning US Open…on one leg.
You’ve got to be impressed with his performance and can’t help but wonder how much better he would have played without the knee injury.
Tiger Pays the Price
On Wednesday, Woods revealed details on his web site, and announced he would not play again this year because he needs surgery to repair a torn ligament in his troubled left knee. He also has a double stress fracture in his left tibia.
This upcoming surgery will be Woods’ third procedure on his knee in the last five years.
Tiger said: “While I am obviously disappointed to have to miss the remainder of the season, I have to do the right thing for my long-term health and look forward to returning to competitive golf when my doctors agree that my knee is sufficiently healthy,” said Woods, who has not yet set a date for the procedure. “My doctors assure me with the proper rehabilitation and training the knee will be strong, and there will be no long-term effects.”
Will we, golf junkies that we are, watch golf as much as we do until then? It is going to be a long wait at Tiger misses the rest of the season, and the media is already speculating if
Tiger Woods Hits Week 500 of Golf Top World Rankings
June 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Tiger hits the big five-O-O! The big week 500, that is.
The official world golf rankings were released after Tiger Woods collected his 14th major championship title at the U.S. Open on Monday. Tiger has been atop the ranking for the 500th week.
Woods first made it to the top spot in 1997, after winning his first major title at The Masters.
Also noteworthy: Rocco Mediate zooms 111 places to the number 47 spot in the new rankings, after his playoff loss to Woods at the 2008 U.S. Open.
The Highest Paid Golfer:
Tiger Woods is currently the World Number 1 golfer. He was the highest-paid professional athlete in 2007, having earned an estimated
The 19th Hole Is Not Just a Golf Coffee Shop Any Longer - Just Ask Tiger Woods
June 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
The 19th Hole is a common name for coffee shops and watering holes in many golf courses that dot the U.S., but in the sudden death playoff of the 2008 U.S. Golf Open, it has a new meaning.
On the 19th hole of a playoff that was tighter than anyone imagined, Tiger Woods takes the prize again.
Tiger, being asked time and time again about his knee trouble said, “I’m glad I’m done. I really don’t feel like playing anymore. It’s sore.” Woods had not played since April 15 surgery on his left knee, but he held up for 91 holes, and the payoff was worth the pain.
Why Tiger Woods is the Most Focused Golfer in the World
June 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Tiger Woods father, explains why Tiger is the most focused golfer in the world. These words are from a touching ad that Nike ran on Father’s Day:
Earl Woods said: “You don’t really instill anything into a child, you encourage the development of it. But I would do all kinds of things to mess him up. Just as he was beginning to swing, I’d drop my whole bag of clubs. And he would stop, and look at me, and grit his teeth.
And then he would strike it, and turn around and look at me - and never say a word, but that look said…
Tiger Woods Forces 18 Hole Playoff at US Golf Open 2008
June 2008 by Randy · Leave a Comment
Tiger comes through, AGAIN!
After an amazing third round on the USGA (US Golf Open 2008) Torrey Pines golf course Saturday, Tiger gives millions a Father’s Day thrill by forcing an 18 hole playoff with Rocco Mediate.
Tiger has never faced an 18-hole playoff, which is the traditional format followed by the U.S. Open.
However, Rocco Mediate, has made a playoff appearance back when Tiger was still winning junior events.
The two will tee off for big playoff in the 108th U.S. Open championship on Monday, June 16, at 12 noon, EST.
- Tiger Woods (14-1 playoff record).
- 1996 Las Vegas Invitational def. Davis Love III, first hole.
- 1997 Mercedes Championships def. Tom Lehman, first hole.
