Topic: Ernie Els

Golf rules bodies outlaw anchored putting stroke, beginning in 2016

The US Golf Association, along with Britain's Royal & Ancient Golf Club, approved a rule that prohibits the use of a putting stroke that uses the body as a anchor.

Adam Scott: First Australian to win the Masters golf tournament (+video)

Adam Scott won the Masters in a thrilling playoff against Argentinian Angel Cabrera Sunday. Adam Scott is the first Australian to win at Augusta, Ga.

Frustrated McIlroy quits, walks off course at Honda Classic tournament

He later said it was more dental than mental, releasing a statement that he couldn't concentrate because of a sore wisdom tooth.

USGA rule change: Is this the end for belly putters in golf?

The Royal & Ancient Golf Club and the U.S. Golf Association said the proposed rule would make it illegal for pro golfers to "anchor" the club to their bodies while making a stroke. The new rule would not take effect until 2016.

Epic Adam Scott meldown hands British Open to Ernie Els

South African Ernie Els won the 2012 British Open after tournament leader Aussie Adam Scott bogeyed the last four holes. Els was apologetic in his victory over his friend, Adam Scott.

Tiger Woods: Can he catch Brandt Snedeker at British Open?

Tiger Woods was 5-under par early in the second round of the British Open. Can Tiger Woods catch British Open leader, Brandt Snedeker, who was 10-under par after the second round?

Tiger Woods off to a good start at British Open, shoots 67

Tiger Woods is three shots behind British Open first-round leader Adam Scott. Tiger Woods had four birdies, Scott had eight.

Despite Tiger Woods, US squad leads President's Cup golf after first day

Tiger Woods and partner Steve Stricker did not enjoy a pleasant match against their international counterparts Thursday in Australia, but the American team is out in front in the President's Cup competition.

No Tiger Woods at US Open, but can Phil Mickelson win?

Tiger Woods is not competing in this year's US Open golf tournament, but a field of 156 golfers provides a number of story lines to consider. Phil Mickelson, who has finished second five times, is but one of many.

Tiger Woods: Why Woods keeps dropping in world golf rankings

Tiger Woods has fallen to No. 8 in the world golf rankings, as of Monday. But Tiger Woods makes his return to the PGA Tour this week at the Players Championship in Florida.

Tiger Woods officially enters Bay Hill

Tiger Woods is a six-time winner at Bay Hill, including a span of four straight victories.

Tiger Woods shoots under par during first round

Tiger Woods shoots under par during the first round of the PGA Championship Friday, following a nearly three-hour fog delay. 'I played too good not to shoot under par, and it would have been very disappointing and frustrating to end up at even par as well as I played,' Tiger Woods said.

Tiger Woods not even close; Louis Oosthuizen wins British Open

Tiger Woods ended up tied for 23rd while Louis Oosthuizen dominated all to win the British Open. The 7-shot victory was the most in an Open since Tiger Woods won by 8 shots 10 years ago.

Louis Oosthuizen, aka 'Shrek,' takes early 2nd round lead at British Open

Louis Oosthuizen has a surname that is tricky to pronounce and a nickname that belongs to an animated film star. But a solid five under 67 Friday has the South African atop the leaderboard at St. Andrews.

British Open 2010: Five things to watch

The 150th British Open begins Thursday at the home of golf, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews. Who and what should you watch?

Tiger Woods, Phil, Ernie all miss big opportunity at US Open

Tiger Woods had the most to gain by winning the US Open. But a US Open win would have been the first for Phil Mickelson. And for Ernie Els, a chance to stay relevant.

Graeme McDowell holds off Woods, Mickelson, Els to win U.S. Open

Graeme McDowell isn't a household name by any means. But Sunday's win at the U.S. Open puts him on the map.

Tiger Woods no longer man of steel; shoots bloated 75 on Sunday

Tiger Woods loses another major. After shooting a sizzling 66 on Saturday, Tiger Woods shoots 75 on Sunday.

Graeme McDowell wins U.S. Open; first European to win since 1970

Graeme McDowell won the U.S. Open Sunday and finished at even-par for the tournament.

Golf clubs are hot for Tiger Woods; storms back with 3rd round 66

Tiger Woods' golf clubs are smokin' hot. Tiger shoots his best score Saturday since he was sidelined last winter.

Tiger Woods confident but U.S. Open play is not up to par

Tiger Woods is traveling in the middle of the pack at the U.S. Open. He sounds confident but he's 7 shots off.

U.S. Open: Danish golfer Soren Kjeldsen grabs early first round lead

U.S. Open: Danish golfer Soren Kjeldsen grabs the early first round lead in the US national golf championship.

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