Honda Classic 2013: Rory McIlroy’s Early-Season Struggles Are No Big Deal

Struggling to find a groove and watching as the cut line started to slip out of reach, Rory McIlroy decided to call it quits midway through a miserable second round at the Honda Classic. Although the headlines will probably say otherwise, it’s no big deal. McIlroy, the world’s top-ranked golfer and the event’s defending champion, was seven-over par when he left the course. The choice... 

Honda Classic 2013: Golfers Destined to Slide over the Weekend

The field took a collective sigh of relief when defending champion and top-ranked golfer in the world Rory McIlroy withdrew from the Honda Classic today citing wisdom tooth pain. The current top 10 as it is features some big names and a few shockers. With top-ranked golfers such as Geoff Ogilvy, Lee Westwood and Dustin Johnson steadily pushing their way up, their less-heralded competition will likely... 

5 Improvements Brandt Snedeker Must Make Before Winning a Major

Brandt Snedeker is one of the best golfers in the world. All you have to do is look at the 2013 PGA tour leaders to know that he is a formidable presence. He already has four top 10 finishes and one victory as the calendar moves into March. Snedeker served notice earlier this year when he had back-to-back second-place finishes behind Tiger Woods at Torrey Pines and Phil Mickelson at Phoenix before... 

Rory McIlroy Withdraws from Honda Classic Citing Toothache

World No. 1 Rory McIlroy withdrew from the Honda Classic after eight holes in the second round citing problems with a wisdom tooth. McIlroy was seven over par in the second round when the WD occurred. He left playing partners Ernie Els and Mark Wilson after shaking hands on the eighth green. He told reporters on site: “I have been suffering with a sore wisdom tooth, which is due to come out in... 

Grading U.S. Men’s National Team’s 100th Anniversary Kit

The United States men’s national team has unveiled new uniforms, dubbed the centennial kit, which celebrates 100 years since the United States Soccer Federation was founded. The jersey is definitely a throwback to earlier years. Jack Bell of the New York Times reports the American squad will wear the kits for the first time during a crucial World Cup qualifying clash against Costa Rica on March... 

Rory McIlroy Withdraws from Honda Classic During 2nd Round

World No. 1 Rory McIlroy scrambled his way to an even-par 70 for his first round at PGA National in the Honda Classic Thursday. It was evident to everyone that McIlroy was playing better than his previous two starts in 2013, but his iron play was still not quite up to his high standards. He missed several greens and was forced to make difficult up and downs to save pars. He was one-under par through... 

Rory McIlroy Withdraws from the Honda Classic

Rory McIlroy has withdrawn from the Honda Classic. McIlroy was seven-over par for his round heading to the par-five 18th hole, his ninth hole of the day. He hit his first approach shot on No. 18 into the water, took a drop and then played his second approach shot short of the greenside bunkers. McIlroy then proceeded to pick up his ball and shake hands with his playing partners before hightailing it... 

March Tennis: Top Headlines for Indian Wells, Miami

As spring quickly approaches, the tennis scene returns to the American outdoor hard courts in the year’s first Master Series event on the men’s side and the first premier event on the women’s side.  Dubbed the “March Madness” of tennis, Indian Wells (Palm Springs, Calif.) and Miami tournaments brings the world’s best on a smaller stage, battling on the hard... 

Rory McIlroy Withdraws from Honda Classic with Sore Wisdom Tooth

After winning the Honda Classic in 2012, Rory McIlroy, the world’s No. 1 golfer, will not defend his title in 2013.   UPDATE: Friday, March 1, at 11:30 a.m. ET by Ethan Grant More information has emerged surrounding McIlroy’s stunning withdrawal after his ninth hole of the day at Palm Beach Gardens. McIlroy released this statement (via PGATour.com) after the dust had settled, and asserts... 

Honda Classic 2013 Leaderboard: Predicting Risers and Fallers for Round 2

The first round of action at the 2013 Honda Classic is in the books, and the biggest names at the tournament are nowhere near the top of the leaderboard. It is early in the competition, and several players who feel good about their performances through the first 18 holes will be scratching their heads and wondering what happened after today’s round. The opposite will also be true. A few golfers... 

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