Kim cruises to five-shot win at Wachovia Championship May 5, 2008
Beating a talent-laden group despite the world No. 1's absence because of knee surgery, Kim, 22, became the 13th player since 1970 to win a Tour event before turning 23, joining luminaries such as Lanny Wadkins, Ben Crenshaw, Seve Ballesteros, Woods and Phil Mickelson in accomplishing the feat. At 22 years, 10 months and 15 days, Kim also is the youngest winner on Tour since Sergio Garcia won the 2002 Mercedes Championship at 21 years, 11 months and 28 days old. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wachovia win announces Kim's arrival May 5, 2008
Still one month shy of his 23rd birthday, Kim became the 13th player since 1970 to win at such a young age, joining a group that includes Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Seve Ballesteros, Lanny Wadkins and Ben Crenshaw. "It looks like the first of many," said Mickelson, who finished tied for 12th. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Fringe: Immelman suddenly becomes hot property Apr 16, 2008
Not since Seve Ballesteros in 1980 had a player put his name atop the leaderboard after the first round and stay there over four days at Augusta National, a course where Immelman correctly noted that there's "a disaster around every corner." He became the first South African to win the Masters since Gary Player, his idol and inspiration, 30 years earlier. And he joined Tiger Woods, Jim Furyk, David Duval and Vijay Singh as the players to win a major by three shots in the last 10 years. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Smith: Tiger still top story Apr 15, 2008
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Immelman's grip on lead never slips Apr 14, 2008
Immelman's grip on top spot never slips. Posted Monday, April 14, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Golf, prep baseball, softball, auto racing Apr 14, 2008
1989 x-Nick Faldo; 1988 Sandy Lyle; 1987 x-Larry Mize; 1986 Jack Nicklaus; 1985 Bernhard Langer; 1984 Ben Crenshaw; 1983 Seve Ballesteros; 1982 x-Craig Stadler; 1981 Tom Watson; 1980 Seve Ballesteros ... 1985Bernhard Langer beats Curtis Strange, Ray Floyd and Seve Ballesteros by two strokes to win the Masters. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
No tremors for Immelman as he wins Masters Apr 14, 2008
What's more, he became the first wire-to-wire winner since Seve Ballesteros in 1980. "It was a tough day out there," Immelman said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Strong in the stretch Apr 14, 2008
Woods won his four Masters titles in his 20s, and before that, Seve Ballesteros was the last, in 1983 at the age of 26. Immelman also had the highest final-round score for a winner since Arnold Palmer shot 75 in 1962. (Florida Times-Union)
10 best Masters finishes Apr 13, 2008
It was a perfect storm for greatness: the game's most accomplished player, Jack Nicklaus, on a great venue, against great competition (Seve Ballesteros, Greg Norman, Tom Kite) at an age (46) where most are eyeballing the Champions Tour. Nicklaus shoots a 65 - 30 on the final nine to win his 18th and final major championship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tiger's tale needs only one major rally Apr 13, 2008
If that's not enough of a challenge, Nicklaus also had five other future Hall of Famers (Seve Ballesteros, Tom Watson, Nick Price, Tom Kite and Bernhard Langer) above him when he teed off on Sunday. Woods' whole career has been all about eclipsing Nicklaus. (Florida Times-Union)
Snedeker uses lob to hop green's knob Apr 12, 2008
When he began his streak, Ronald Reagan was president and Seve Ballesteros was in full possession of his magical talents. It was 1983, a Ballesteros green jacket April, when Fred Couples made his Masters debut by shooting 73-68 to make the cut. (Boston Globe)
Rocky rolling Apr 10, 2008
Born seven months apart, each had turned pro early, and Garcia was already an established winner who'd fast developed a reputation as a short-game wizard, cut from the same fancy cloth as countryman Seve Ballesteros. Sensing that Howell was ailing, Garcia graciously loaned him a putter. (CBS News)
After half-century, Amen Corner now more famous than ever Apr 10, 2008
In a playoff with Seve Ballesteros and Greg Norman, Mize left his approach shot 140 feet to the right of the 11th green. Ballesteros had been eliminated from the playoff after missing a 5-foot par putt on the 10th. (USA Today -- Sports)
IHT Global Sports Forum with Christopher Clarey: Masters Preview (part six): Personal Favorites Apr 10, 2008
CHRISTOPHER CLAREY: Seve Ballesteros didn't make it a lot of fun for a young journalist, not even in Seve's own language. LARRY DORMAN: Monty, mercurial, up and down like an elevator. (International Herald Tribune)
Augusta reaches out to future fans Apr 10, 2008
Nicklaus and Seve Ballesteros were among players who also skipped the exhibition during their heydays. Payne said he wasn't bothered by Woods's no-show, but hopes the world No.1 will play in the future to give his daughter, Sam Alexis, a memorable experience. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Golden anniversary of king's crowning achievement Apr 7, 2008
It is impossible to walk through the gates without conjuring up thoughts of the legends who've won here - Gene Sarazen and Byron Nelson, Hogan and Snead, Nicklaus and Billy Casper, Tom Watson and Seve Ballesteros - and even as the incomparable presence of Tiger Woods during a practice round made yesterday notable, it is Palmer's achievement from 50 years ago that will be a storyline all week. And just how will the game's grandest ambassador celebrate. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Tiger's on a ferocious run Apr 6, 2008
Tiger's PGA win ignited ferocious run 040608. Tiger's PGA win ignited ferocious run. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Past Champions Apr 4, 2008
Seve BallesterosGreg Norman ... Seve BallesterosRaymond FloydCurtis Strange. (ESPN -- Golf)
Tour announces 2007 schedule (1) Mar 29, 2008
Mark O Meara, Nick Price, Nick Faldo, Jeff Sluman, John Cook, Seve Ballesteros and Bernhard Langer are among the top players who will turn 50 in 2007. For the 11th straight year, the tour will open in January with the MasterCard Championship at Hualalai and the Turtle Bay Championship on Oahu. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Tiger Woods' Winning Streak Ends Mar 25, 2008
2 million in prize money alone - more than Palmer, Seve Ballesteros and Lee Trevino made in their PGA Tour careers combined. Woods' winnings of $285,000 this week pushed his official career earnings to nearly $80. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ogilvy ends Tiger's streak Mar 25, 2008
2 million in prize money alone - more than Palmer, Seve Ballesteros and Lee Trevino made in their PGA Tour careers combined. This, though, might cheer Woods a bit. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Walshe proves her worth for Cup team Feb 7, 2008
"He simply said, 'You mean, the way it used to be?' " Azinger said it was proof again that Woods has a keen eye, because for years the format called for foursomes first, then four-ball, but in 1997 European captain Seve Ballesteros opted to switch the order and some people are convinced it played a big part in Europe's win that year. Certainly, it added a new twist, because four-ball matches have started play in 2002, '04, and '06, all resounding victories for Europeans. (Boston Globe)
Japanese Tiger fails to earn his stripes for the Open Feb 6, 2008
The previous record was held by Spain's Seve Ballesteros, who won the 1977 Japan Open aged 20 and seven months. "I want to be like Tiger Woods," Ishikawa said after his breakthrough win. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Azinger changes Ryder format back to alternate shot Jan 31, 2008
Alternate shot, or foursomes, had been used in the first sessions every year since 1981 until European captain Seve Ballesteros opened with better ball (fourballs) in 1997 at Valderrama. U.S. captain Ben Crenshaw switched back to alternate shot in 1999 at Brookline, but the last three Ryder Cup matches have started with better ball. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Azinger alters first two days of Ryder Cup format Jan 31, 2008
By Bob HarigSpecial to ESPN.com (). Updated: January 30, 2008, 4:41 PM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
All set for Royal Trophy Dec 31, 2007
They will be pitting themselves against Europe, which is again captained by Spain's Seve Ballesteros, who has led his team to Royal Trophy success since the first tournament in 2006. Howell will play alongside Darren Clarke and Paul McGinley of Ireland and Niclas Fasth and Robert Karlsson of Sweden, veterans of the 2007 Royal Trophy. (iAfrica.com)
Olazabal wins PGA recognition award Dec 23, 2007
LONDON: Jose Maria Olazabal emulated Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Ian Woosnam and Colin Montgomerie by winning the Professional Golfers' Association's (PGA) annual recognition award on Friday. Jose Maria reflects what I consider to be the consummate tournament professional, said chief executive Sandy Jones at the PGA's annual lunch and charity fundraiser in London. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Hansen and Wi added to European and Asian teams Dec 21, 2007
Hansen, who won his second European PGA Championship at Wentworth in May, said he was honoured to be part of Seve Ballesteros team for the matchplay event. A legend like Seve Ballesteros can have his pick of world-class players on the European Tour, so for him to decide I am worthy of this honour will do wonders for my confidence, Hansen said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Top Thai trio join Asia team for Royal Trophy Dec 20, 2007
Europe, captained by five-time major winner Seve Ballesteros, won the inaugural Royal Trophy in 2006 by two points but returned a year later with a far stronger team to thrash Asia 12 to 3. The first two Royal Trophy competitions were memorable events but Europe were strong favourites because they have so much knowledge of team golf, added Thongchai, who used to sell discarded golf balls to the rich businessmen who played at a course near his home. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Tiger has become boring Dec 19, 2007
One reason Arnold Palmer and Seve Ballesteros were so exciting to watch was because of the spots from which they played, parking lots included. That used to be Woods, too. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The Asian Golf Frontier Nov 29, 2007
Amata, named Asian Golf Monthly's Best New Course in Asia for 2006, will for the third straight year host the Royal Trophy, a "Ryder Cup" format competition involving teams from Europe and Asia, captained by Seve Ballesteros and Jumbo Ozaki, respectively. The course design firm also has projects, in various stages, in Vietnam and Korea. (Suite101.com)
Washburn: Q&A with Zhang Lianwei Nov 24, 2007
I like Seve Ballesteros from Spain. I like his spirit. (ESPN -- Golf)
Media hurting Aussie golf: Allenby Nov 20, 2007
"Over the last 40 or 50 years of golf there's only the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Seve Ballesteros, Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, there's probably 10 names that are really golf names and everyone else is ... making the numbers up," he said. "We're great players, but we're not those players ... I think that's what the Australian media want. They're just looking for that next personality, for that next Greg Norman. "Everyone had tabs on me when I was young. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Daniel retires quietly with lot of friends at her side Nov 14, 2007
Seve Ballesteros reluctantly retired in a tearful press conference at Carnoustie. All of them were well-documented. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Torrance blasts Faldo over criticism of Monty Oct 13, 2007
Euro Ryder captain Faldo taken to task for criticism. Updated: October 12, 2007, 2:08 PM ET. (ESPN -- Golf)
Golf: Britain and Ireland team beats Continental Europe to win Seve Trophy Oct 1, 2007
"Everything went wrong. I looked at the draw this morning and thought it was perfect," Europe captain Seve Ballesteros said. "Britain and Ireland played great golf. "We did too but perhaps they were a little bit better today. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Courses chosen for British Open in 2011, 2012 Sep 26, 2007
Other previous winners include Bob Charles, Gary Player, Seve Ballesteros and Tom Lehman. This year's British Open, won by Padraig Harrington, was at Carnoustie in Scotland. (ESPN -- Golf)
Globe-trotting has long been a golf staple Aug 28, 2007
Back in the mid 1970s, Sieckmann mentioned players like Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Greg Norman, but his friends back home yawned. He also talked of very good players in China and Japan. (Boston Globe)
Tiger needs competition with claws Aug 19, 2007
When it came to majors, then followed Nicklaus and Tom Watson; Watson and Seve Ballesteros; and, of course, NickFaldo and our own flawed Greg Norman. With the domination of Woods, dare I suggest, golf is more often than not all too predictable. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Coffee, tea, or how 'bout a bloody nose? Aug 14, 2007
When Seve Ballesteros retired recently, he left a legacy of paving the way into professional golf for other Spaniards including these notables given to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution by the U.S. Golf Association's David Shefter. 1. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Golfer in the news Aug 14, 2007
It was always Seve Ballesteros. He was the top player when I was growing up, battling Tom Watson or whomever. (Scranton Times, PA)
At this major, Sergio García seeks a shot at redemption Aug 9, 2007
At this major, Sergio Garc. a seeks a shot at redemption - International Herald Tribune. (International Herald Tribune)
Ochoa goes wire to wire to win Women's British Open Aug 6, 2007
" Ochoa began the final round with a six-shot lead. The winds that sent many of the third-round scores into the 80s had blown away, and Ochoa began her major march with birdies at the fifth, sixth and 10th holes to get to 8 under. She finished with a 1-over 74. "There's always pressure playing in the last group, and more pressure when you have a big lead," said Ochoa, who in May supplanted Annika Sorenstam as the No. 1 player in the world. Ochoa joins a list of stalwarts who have won at St.... (USA Today -- Sports)
Sycamore Creek retains three-point Senior Intercity lead Aug 3, 2007
Seve Ballesteros has retired at 50. I have retired at 55 from the super-seniors. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
St. Andrews throws open doors to host first Women's Open Aug 1, 2007
" When Woods won the 2005 men's Open, the course stretched to more than 7,000 yards. For the women, it will be a tournament-record 6,638 yards with a par of 73. The famous 17th hole, known as the Road Hole, will play at 453 yards as a par 5 for the women; in 2005, for the men, it played at 455 yards as par 4. The course features seven double greens, 112 devilishly deep pot bunkers and a history lesson on every hole. This is where Old Tom Morris cemented his legend, and where Bobby Jones, Sam... (USA Today -- Sports)
Golf Psychology Personified Jul 31, 2007
He would undoubtedly carry the torch borne by predecessors Seve Ballesteros and Jose Maria Olazabal. Jump ahead eight years and there have been no major championships, which, by the way, means nothing on its own. (Suite101.com)
Harrington wins for a country and continent Jul 25, 2007
"We need the likes of a Seve or a Langer or a new Faldo or Lyle to come through, a real world-beater," Montgomerie said at the start of the week, referring to Europe's "Big Four" _ Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer, Nick Faldo and Sandy Lyle _ who combined to win 11 majors. "We haven't quite got there. Who says it won't happen this week, and then go forward from there?". (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Garcia at home on big stage Jul 23, 2007
Here was a man with a sense of occasion, just as Seve Ballesteros, the great Spaniard who this week announced his retirement, had boasted. Like Ballesteros, Garcia is immensely popular in Britain, not just because of his charismatic style but because he is a brilliant Ryder Cup player for Europe. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Opinion: Carnoustie cruel again Jul 23, 2007
Instead, just days after the greatest of his countrymen, Seve Ballesteros, announced his retirement, the young Spaniard who was supposed to step into his shoes skidded to 0-for-33 in golfs biggest events. You know whats the saddest thing about it. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Holders of the claret jug Jul 23, 2007
British Open champions. Carnoustie, Scotland. (USA Today -- Sports)
Notebook: Argentine provides wild ride Jul 23, 2007
" Ballesteros believed in Sergio Seve Ballesteros had full confidence that Sergio Garcia would follow his footsteps as the second Spanish golfer to win the British Open. "I've been watching the first three rounds and he seems to me like he's swinging the club very well," Ballesteros told the BBC before the leaders teed off in the final round. "He's very tranquil. He is not making many mistakes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sergio Garcia Leads British Open As Tiger Woods Falls Jul 22, 2007
What followed was a chip that would have made fellow Spaniard and short-game genius Seve Ballesteros proud. It skirted the edge of a bunker and rolled to tap-in range for an unlikely par that brightened Garcia's mood. (Fox News)
Bisher's column Jul 22, 2007
The British had adopted Seve Ballesteros in his prime as a resident favorite, and it so happened that on the occasion of his official retirement, here came another Spaniard to take his place. Sergio Garcia came dressed like a paint salesman Saturday, but he finished the round looking fully armed to move in for Seve. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Local Teams Today Jul 22, 2007
1984 -- Seve Ballesteros wins the British Open with a four-round 276 that breaks the course record set by Ken Nagle in 1960 by two strokes. Tom Watson and Bernhard Langer finish two strokes behind. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
How they fared Saturday Jul 22, 2007
Garcia would be the first European champion at the Open since 1999, when Paul Lawrie of Scotland won at Carnoustie, and the first Spaniard since 1988, when Seve Ballesteros claimed the Claret Jug at Royal Lytham and St Annes. 2. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Tiger 'not out of it' Jul 21, 2007
His 9-iron skidded into a nasty lie in the rough right of the green, and what followed was a chip that would have made short-game genius Seve Ballesteros proud. It skirted the edge of a bunker and rolled to tap-in range for an unlikely par that brightened Garcias mood. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Golf, soccer, WNBA Jul 21, 2007
1979Spains Seve Ballesteros wins the British Open by three strokes over Ben Crenshaw and Jack Nicklaus. 1985The greatest money winner in horse racing history, John Henry, is retired. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
British Open taking on a Spanish feel Jul 21, 2007
CARNOUSTIE, Scotland: The idea that this British Open is actually a Seve Ballesteros memorial tournament gathered pace Friday, as the bushy-tailed Sergio Garcia and pony-tailed Miguel Angel Jim. nez continued to attract a crowd and avoid big trouble. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Furyk chooses not to fret Jul 19, 2007
But to those who witnessed the dashing skills of Seve Ballesteros, it is an indelible memory. "Probably the most creative player who has ever played the game," said Tiger Woods, who was among the many who offered tributes in response to Ballesteros's announcement that at the age of 50 , he is done competing. (Boston Globe)
R&A official causes uproar over his racist jokes Jul 19, 2007
CARNOUSTIE, Scotland -- A Royal nt rules official started his dinner speech with a fantastic impersonation of Seve Ballesteros, which segued to a series of racial and ethnic jokes. One day later, Graham Brown was under more scrutiny than Tiger Woods at the British Open. (ESPN -- Golf)
Time for Europe to show its strength Jul 19, 2007
He noted that a six-pack of major champions from Europe himself, Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer, Sandy Lyle, Jose Maria Olazabal and Ian Woosnam went their own ways. Now the current generation are all having lunch together, and they go off and play for a million dollars, Faldo told The Times of London and the Daily Mail. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
FOOTBALL AND MEDIA -- The NFL killed the online video star Jul 18, 2007
Disappointing to see Seve Ballesteros retire. The fiery Spaniard loved stir things up in the Ryder Cup and gave hope to all us hackers who can't hit the ball straight. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Euros say 'Enough!' Jul 18, 2007
He noted that a six-pack of major champions from Europe himself, Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer, Sandy Lyle, Jose Maria Olazabal and Ian Woosnam went their own ways. 136th British Open. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The show is over for Seve Jul 18, 2007
CARNOUSTIE: Seve Ballesteros has finally listened to his head and his heart. His decision to retire announced on Monday has been a long time coming but long overdue. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Europe having drought of major proportions Jul 18, 2007
Europeans routinely won majors in the 1980s, when they took nine of the 40 (four from Seve Ballesteros), and in the 1990s, when they won nine of the 40 (four from Nick Faldo). When the Spaniard Sergio Garcia, then just 19, made an Illinois tree famous in the 1999 PGA and nibbled at the backside of champion Tiger Woods one month after Lawrie's win, it seemed the continent would go on flourishing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
