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The Masters: 12 women candidates for Augusta National membership

The Augusta National Golf Club has steadfastly refused to alter its all-male membership. But circumstances may soon cause the gender barrier to break, and if it does there are several women who might be good fits for the club.
Tiger Woods: 8 revelations from swing coach Hank Haney

In The Big Miss, former Woods swing coach Hank Haney shares 8 memories from his six years with the golf star.
Top 10 sports biographies I wish somebody would write

From Bobby Valentine to Doug Williams, 10 sports figures ripe for a biography.
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In Pictures: Celebrities at Wimbledon

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Bubba Watson: Only the third lefty to win the Masters (+video)

Bubba Watson won his first Masters, and first major title, in a playoff Sunday against Louis Oosthuizen, the 2010 British Open winner. Bubba Watson is a self-taught golfer.
Back to the past at Augusta: women still outsiders

The Augusta National Golf Club still forbids women members. At a time when more women are holding political office and becoming corporate CEOs, isn't it time to dump this discrimination?
Fred Couples grabs the lead at Masters

Couples won the tournament at Augusta 20 years ago.
Obama, Romney agree: All-male Augusta golf club should allow women (+video)

Obama and Romney speak out for women at Augusta National golf club. The New York Times golf writer says she won't cover another Masters tournament until women become club members.
Billy Payne says Augusta National membership is a private affair (+video)

The chairman of the Augusta National Golf Club did not respond Wednesday to repeated questions about when a woman would be invited to join the men's-only club.
The Masters: 12 women candidates for Augusta National membership

The Augusta National Golf Club has steadfastly refused to alter its all-male membership. But circumstances may soon cause the gender barrier to break, and if it does there are several women who might be good fits for the club.
Tiger Woods: 8 revelations from swing coach Hank Haney

In The Big Miss, former Woods swing coach Hank Haney shares 8 memories from his six years with the golf star.
Tiger Woods: With Bay Hill win, is he ready for another Masters?

Tiger Woods got his first PGA win since 2009. His career total is now 72 PGA victories, one short of Jack Nicklaus. Is Tiger Woods ready for Augusta?
Rory McIlroy survives Tiger Woods best-ever finish

Tiger Woods shot a 62 Sunday, his best final round ever. But it wasn't enough to catch Rory McIlroy in the Honda Classic. McIlroy is now the world's No. 1 golfer.
Tiger Woods tied for lead in Abu Dhabi Championship

Tiger Woods fired a six-under par 66 Saturday. After three rounds, Tiger Woods is now tied with Britain's Robert Rock for the lead of the Abu Dhabi Championship.
Tiger Woods edges closer to top in Abu Dhabi tourney

Tiger Woods shot a three under par 69 Friday in the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship and is now two shots off the lead.
Tiger Woods struggles on greens at Abu Dhabi Championship

Tiger Woods shot a 70 in the first round at Abu Dhabi. Woods hit the ball well but struggled to sink puts. Rory McIlroy shot a 67 and is tied for the lead.
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Former Tiger Woods coach says his book will not 'take jabs at anyone'

Hank Haney, Tiger Woods' former swing coach, has written a book about his time with the champion that will be released in March.
Top 10 sports biographies I wish somebody would write

From Bobby Valentine to Doug Williams, 10 sports figures ripe for a biography.
Tiger Woods wins Chevron: Did Tiger get his groove back?

Tiger Woods won the Chevron Challenge at Sherman Oaks Sunday by one stroke. Has Tiger Woods returned to winning form?
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In Scotland, a view of the greens gives home a hefty premium

In Scotland, where golf was invented, properties along the edge of the St. Andrews golf course make up one of the most exclusive property rows in the world.
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PGA Championship: Tiger stumbles, Stricker streaks to opening round lead

PGA Championship: The 2011 PGA Championship teed off Thursday morning outside Atlanta, Georgia. Tiger Woods had a rough first round, while Steve Stricker put himself into title contention.
Tiger Woods gets ready for PGA return at Bridgestone

Tiger Woods practiced Tuesday in preparation for this weekend's Bridgestone Invitational. After a three-month injury hiatus, Tiger Woods is 28th on the world golf rankings.
In Pictures: Celebrities at Wimbledon
Tiger Woods says he won't play again until he's healthy

Tiger Woods won't be playing in this week's PGA Tour stop while he continues to recover from various leg injuries. Proceeds from the tournament outside Philadelphia benefit the Tiger Woods Foundation.
Is Rory McIlroy the next Tiger Woods?

Rory McIlroy's impressive victory at the 2011 US Open shattered a dozen records. His dominance already has many comparing the young man from Northern Ireland to Tiger Woods.
U.S. Open golf: Should Rory McIlroy move to US?

U.S. Open golf winner would make more money playing in the PGA tour than in Europe. But even after historic U.S Open golf win, sponsorships and taxes complicate Rory McIlroy's decision.
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Rory McIlroy runs away with US Open golf championship

Rory McIlroy rebounded from a disastrous Masters final round in April to capture the US Open early Sunday evening, outside Washington, D.C. At age 22, this is Rory McIlroy's first major championship.