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Need help with swing? Tiger Woods app now on iPhone

Associated Press — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 21:03:07 +0000

Tiger Woods is now giving lessons on mobile phones.

Matteo Manassero chooses U.S. route to try to reach Augusta

Bob Harig — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:30:28 +0000

Matteo Manassero had a tough choice on how to try to play his way into the Masters, writes ESPN.com’s Bob Harig.

1975 Masters: Jack Nicklaus breaks Augusta record

ESPN.com — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:18:59 +0000

In 1975, Jack Nicklaus was nearing a record fifth green jacket. A 40-foot putt at the par-3 16th proved the crucial stroke that helped him edge Tom Weiskopf and Johnny Miller by one shot.

The major championship victory was the 13th of Nicklaus’ illustrious career.

For an interactive timeline of classic moments in Masters history, check out Masters.com.

Inspired by a teammate, golfer Bubba Watson donates $50K for Japanese relief efforts

Associated Press — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 02:41:54 +0000

Bubba Watson donates $50,000 of his winnings from last weekend’s Transitions Championship to aid Japan’s relief efforts.

LPGA’s 3 Japanese players return to tour in Calif.

Associated Press — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 01:29:10 +0000

Japanese players Ai Miyazato, Momoku Ueda and Mika Miyazato are returning to the LPGA Tour this week at the Kia Classic in suburban Los Angeles.

Condoleezza Rice named honorary chair of Champions Tour event

Associated Press — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:27:30 +0000

Former Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice will serve as honorary chairperson for the Champions Tour’s Regions Tradition at Shoal Creek near her hometown.

Tiger Woods paired with Gary Woodland and Dustin Johnson at Bay Hill

Associated Press — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:50:32 +0000

Tiger Woods will join two of the longest hitters on the PGA Tour during the first two days at Bay Hill.

Arnold Palmer Invitational: Don’t expect too much red at Bay Hill

Justin Ray — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:26:24 +0000

With the year’s second WGC this week, ESPN.com’s Justin Ray examines three players — Tiger Woods, Ernie Els and Bubba Watson — and why they might win at Doral.

2004 Masters: Lefty breaks through

Jason Sobel — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 13:29:19 +0000

2004 Masters: Lefty breaks through

Annika Sorenstam announces early birth of second child

Associated Press — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 01:43:32 +0000

Annika Sorenstam says she has given birth to a boy a little earlier than expected.