Frys.com Open 2012: Day 1 Leaderboard Updates, Highlights and More

Day 1 of the Frys.com Open has resulted in a cluster of illustrious young players atop the leaderboard, but it highlighted a scrappy veteran who seemed to be putting into a basketball hoop on the greens. Nick O’Hern was unconscious in firing a bogey-free, nine-under 62. The 41-year-old Aussie needed only 23 putts on the day, and capped the round with a birdie on No. 9. It certainly doesn’t... 

Will Dustin Webb, Keegan, Bubba, or Rickie Fowler Seek Euro Tour Slot in 2013?

The European Tour announced this week the addition of the new $7 million Turkish Open to be played in early November next year.  Will this induce more PGA Tour members be tempted to try dual membership on the European Tour? Several European Tour members currently reside in the U.S. and play on both the PGA and European Tours.  Most notable of that group is Luke Donald, who won the money titles... 

Roger Federer’s Win Secures Him 300 Weeks as World No. 1

Roger Federer won his round of 16 Shanghai Masters match to become the only player to occupy the top ranking for 300 weeks. In an all-Swiss affair, top-seed Federer overcame friend and compatriot Stanislas Wawrinka in the headline evening match that was decided in three sets: 4-6, 7-6, 6-0. Federer lost the first set when his opponent served strongly and displayed a devastating backhand. He broke... 

The Ryder Cup: Time for the PGA of America to Shake Things Up in 2014

Albert Einstein’s definition of insanity is trying the same thing over and over again while expecting a different result. Every two years the PGA of America selects a Ryder Cup captain, and every two years the PGA of America does the same thing while somehow expecting a different result. The PGA of America typically selects a captain between the ages of 45 and 55 who has been a member of at least... 

World Golf Final 2012: Day 3 Results and Analysis

Tiger Woods finally faced Rory McIlroy in a head-to-head match, but it was only one of six intense battles between some of the best golfers in the world. The Turkish Airlines World Golf Final features eight top players in a tournament to win a share of $5.2 million. There are two round robin groups of four that lead into a semifinals and eventually a final for the winner. Although rain forced two rounds... 

Formula 1: Korean Grand Prix Preview

After a somewhat quiet but game-changing race last Sunday in Japan, this weekend it’s the turn of South Korea. The Korean Grand Prix will be held at the Korea International Circuit, a curious mixture of street and road course. It features one of the longest straights of the year and several (theoretically) good overtaking spots. Designed by Hermann Tilke, it has a few nice corners too. Believe... 

Roger Federer: Tennis Star Continues to Make History at Shanghai Masters

Roger Federer‘s historic 2012 season got even better this week at the Shanghai Masters as he accomplished something that no men’s player has ever done with his third-round victory against Stanislas Wawrinka. Roger Federer wins at Shanghai Masters, will remain No. 1; 1st men’s player to be No. 1 for 300 weeks since rankings began in 1973. — ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo)... 

Tiger Woods at World Golf Final 2012: Day 3 Recap and Analysis

Tiger Woods played some of his finest golf on Thursday at the Turkish Airlines World Golf Final. And then he played something far less than that and was eliminated in the semifinals. It was a day of contrasts for Woods. He started off the day with some of his finest golf, soundly defeating Rory McIlroy in stroke play. The Golf Channel’s Tiger Tracker on Twitter—yes, there is an entire... 

Rafael Nadal: Sitting Out Rest of 2012 Tennis Season Would Be Right Move

Rafael Nadal is a grinder. He plays every point with the same amount of energy and passion. However, that physical play has caught up with him, leading to the knee injury that’s kept him off the court. He should now skip the rest of the season to ensure he gets back to full strength. The 11-time major tournament champion admitted that’s a definite possibility due to his slow recovery progress,... 

Ryder Cup Mulligan: Love III Should Have Picked These Four Players

The final credits in the 2012 Ryder Cup movie have ended, and it’s hard to go back and change the cast. But it’s time to take a mulligan and re-think the four captain’s picks made by Davis Love III: Steve Stricker, Jim Furyk, Dustin Johnson and Brandt Sendeker.   When they were announced, they were called logical and sensible, and before the matches there were nods of approval... 

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