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Len Berman | Posted 09.17.2011

Len Berman

The NBA fired 11 percent of its work force. Then they issued a press release saying, "The layoffs are not a direct result of the lockout." I have to check the rule book. I think that's the definition of double drivel.

Clarke Closes In On First Major Title

AP | DOUG FERGUSON | Posted 09.16.2011

SANDWICH, England — No matter how long it grows or even how quickly, the list of major champions from the tiny country of Northern Ireland just ...

FINAL ROUND: British Open Live Updates

Posted 09.16.2011

This is it! The 2011 British Open is coming down to the wire with two Americans, Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson, trying to catch up to Darren Clark...

DAY THREE: British Open Live Updates

Posted 09.15.2011

After the second day of the 2011 British Open, two were tied for the lead. On Saturday with heavy rain and winds gusting over 30 mph, Darren Clarke st...

Spanish Golfer Stretching Routine Cracks Up Announcers

Huffington Post | Dan Treadway | Posted 09.14.2011

Golf is a sport that is generally not known for being associated with humor, most of the time, but ESPN had a little fun at the British Open today obs...

Two Tied For Lead At British Open

AP | TIM DAHLBERG | Posted 09.14.2011

SANDWICH, England — His work done for the day, Darren Clarke trudged into the media center to explain how a portly 42-year-old guy with gray hai...

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Len Berman | Posted 09.14.2011

Len Berman

Roger Clemens just dodged a high hard one. The judge declaring a mistrial in his perjury case. Way to go, government. The judge warned you not to show jurors certain evidence, but you showed it anyway.

ROUND TWO: British Open Live Updates

Posted 09.14.2011

An amateur took the lead at the British Open for the first time since 1968 on Thursday when Lewis Scott shot a record 5-under 65. After the first day...

61-Year-Old Makes Hole In One

Posted 09.14.2011

Tom Watson showed that he can still produce some magical moments at age 61. In the second round of the Open Championship, the veteran golfer took ...

Amateur Tied For Lead At Open Championship

AP | DOUG FERGUSON | Posted 09.13.2011

SANDWICH, England -- Thomas Bjorn and Tom Lewis have nothing in common except for the unlikely position they shared Thursday atop the leaderboard at t...

British Open 2011 LIVE UPDATES

Posted 09.13.2011

The 2011 British Open kicked off on Thursday at 4 a.m. ET. Denmark's Thomas Bjorn finished the first round with a two-stroke lead at 5-under with a 65...

British Open Pairs Announced

AP | Posted 09.10.2011

SANDWICH, England — Coming off a record-breaking win at the U.S. Open, Rory McIlroy is paired with Ernie Els and Rickie Fowler for the first two...

Jack Nicklaus: Too Early To Crown McIlroy Next Superstar

ESPN | Posted 09.10.2011

LONDON -- Jack Nicklaus believes it's too early to label Rory McIlroy golf's next superstar....

Golfer Breaks Shin Celebrating Victory

AP/The Huffington Post | Posted 09.05.2011

INVERNESS, Scotland — Thomas Levet's exuberant celebration after winning his home tournament in France last weekend has cost him a place in the Brit...

2011 British Open Preview

Posted 09.04.2011

The Masters and US Open are perhaps more heralded amongst American golf fans, but no tournament is more prestigious overseas than the British Open. ...

Tiger: No Timetable For Return

AP/The Huffington Post | Posted 08.28.2011

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — Tiger Woods is no longer using crutches, a walking boot or a razor. He hasn't hit a full golf shot in 47 days and has no idea ...

Pro Golf's Young Guns Are Shooting Blanks

Matthew DeBord | Posted 05.25.2011

Matthew DeBord

The FedEx Cup is one of the stupidest ideas ever inflicted on professional sports, an incomprehensible mash of points-earning and points resetting and players weary from an already overlong golf season.

Inspiration From the Putting Green: A Call to Third Act Women

Marie Wilson | Posted 05.25.2011

Marie Wilson

As Jane Fonda said, Third Act Women have "a tremendous opportunity to change the world." We've got wisdom and experience on our side.

Tom Watson: the Legend Adds Another Chapter

Stephanie Wei | Posted 05.25.2011

Stephanie Wei

What a ride. What a thrilling, phenomenal, emotional, grueling yet friggin' heartrending ride. That's what you'll get from this wonderful game called golf.

On a Sunday in Scotland

Neil McCarthy | Posted 11.17.2011

Neil McCarthy

Of all the sports, the four hundred year old one we call golf is the most like life. Like life, it is very hard to get right.

Is Golf a "Real" Sport?

Stephanie Wei | Posted 05.25.2011

Stephanie Wei

While I can't deny the argument that golf doesn't demand the same strength and power required in other sports such as basketball and football, it does require athleticism.

Why Tom Watson Did Not Choke at The British Open

Noah St. John | Posted 05.25.2011

Noah St. John

When someone isn't supposed to win in the first place, can it be considered a choke when he doesn't?

Stewart Cink Wins British Open

AP | DOUG FERGUSON | Posted 05.25.2011

TURNBERRY, Scotland — One putt from 8 feet was all that separated Tom Watson from a moment no one imagined possible until he was close enough to...

Tiger Woods Misses Cut At British Open

AP | DOUG FERGUSON | Posted 05.25.2011

TURNBERRY, Scotland — In one unforgettable hour, as nostalgia gave way to disbelief, Tom Watson and Tiger Woods walked off the 18th green at Tur...

Sergio Garcia: Supergood, Superbad

Matthew DeBord | Posted 05.25.2011

Matthew DeBord

Golf fans have always enjoyed the kid in Garcia--or tried to, anyway. But as he nears 30, exiting the era of his precocious youth, it's time for the kid to grow up.