Tour mum as WADA softens stance on marijuana
The World Anti-Doping Agency has raised the threshold for a positive marijuana test, significantly reducing the likelihood of detection for athletes who use the drug. What this might mean for the PGA Tour is uncertain.
Goosen becomes ninth WD before Wells Fargo
Retief Goosen says a hip injury stems from practice more than a week ago, an injury that he believes came from not warming up properly and will prevent his playing in the Wells Fargo Championship.
Watson: Respect for Collins amid adherence to Bible
Bubba Watson on Tuesday wrote a Twitter post in support of a TV analyst who had discussed gay NBA player Jason Collins and how the Christian faith can involve teachings against a gay lifestyle.
USGA, R&A clarify Woods' Masters ruling
A joint statement issued by the USGA and R&A on Wednesday clarified the ruling that saved Tiger Woods from disqualification at the Masters last month.
Cleared by Tour, Singh WDs from Wells Fargo
A day after being cleared by the PGA Tour for the use of deer-antler spray, Vijay Singh made more news Wednesday by withdrawing from the Wells Fargo Championship due to an injured back.
Mickelson unhappy with tee-to-green play
Phil Mickelson came off the course questioning everything after his first round at the Masters, and the results have only gotten progressively worse from there.
Stricker has outside chance of winning green jacket
Semi-retired, Steve Stricker, who is playing some of the best golf of his career and with one round left at the 77th Masters, has an outside chance of slipping on a green jacket.
Nicklaus says '13 Masters is critical for Woods
While Jack Nicklaus still believes Tiger Woods will break his record of 18 majors, Nicklaus concedes Woods' great spring could be for naught in predicting major success if he doesn’t win his fifth title this week.
Mid Pines has 20th-century look back
Nearly a century ago, Donald Ross applied the final touches to his new course at Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club. Having spent much time in North Carolina’s Sandhills – notably for his work at nearby Pinehurst – Ross was familiar with the sandy ground, wiregrass and tall, slender pines that define golf courses in the region.
Masters blog: Local paper isn't always Masters focused
It takes a lot to top the Masters for newsworthiness in its hometown of Augusta. But 10 times, the local newspaper has deemed a story more worthy of lead play on its front page.
Bandon Trails has four holes overhauled
Bandon Trails will greet golfers with a different look this spring after designers Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore returned to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort to renovate four holes.
After Singh's withdrawal, questions turn to PEDs
Vijay Singh, who has said he used deer-antler spray containing a substance banned by the PGA Tour, offered no explanation for his withdrawal from this week's Shell Houston Open.
McIlroy congratulates Tiger, who gives a push
Rory McIlroy heads to this week's Shell Houston Open no longer the world's No. 1 golfer, having ceded the spot to Tiger Woods, but he takes it as a natural, cyclical downturn.
Mickelson's putting woes continue at Bay Hill
Phil Mickelson’s trip to Bay Hill Club & Lodge was a littler shorter than he expected. After rounds of 73-79, Mickelson is on his way to see swing coach Butch Harmon before heading to Houston next week.
Watson gives up one captain's pick for '14 Ryder Cup
In his first major decision as U.S. Ryder Cup captain, Tom Watson announced Wednesday that he will relinquish one of his four captain's picks for the 2014 matches at Gleneagles in Scotland.
Just like old times: Yale clips Bradley in dual match
In a nod to one of college golf's fading traditions, Bradley and Yale met Monday at Streamsong Resort in an event as unusual as their surroundings here on a reclaimed phosphate mine: a dual match.
Hip injury pulls Els out of Tampa Bay
Ernie Els, citing a hip injury, withdraws from next week's Tampa Bay Championship on the PGA Tour
Price, Els rejected on Presidents Cup changes
Seeking a Presidents Cup format similar to the one used in Ryder Cup while citing differences in the world golf rankings, Nick Price and Ernie Els are among those who see their case rejected.
Nicklaus to visit Presidents Cup contender in Asia
Jack Nicklaus will visit a potential Presidents Cup host site during an 18-day trip across the Pacific.
Ears ringing, USGA and R&A consider anchoring
Now that the 90-day comment period regarding the proposed anchoring ban is over, the U.S. Golf Association and the R&A – which received an earful from many of golf’s leaders – have a few things to consider. The game’s governing bodies released statements March 1, saying the comment period that ended Feb. 28 has been “very constructive.” Now, golfers worldwide – professional and amateur – are left to see what’s next.
Behind the scenes: A look at Istanbul, Turkey
Turkey hosted the World Golf Final - which included the likes of Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy - and is set to be added as a 2013 European PGA Tour stop. Our Alex Miceli roamed the streets of Istanbul to give you an inside look at this budding golf powerhouse.
Miceli on the huge European comeback at Medinah
Our Alex Miceli breaks down the huge European comeback on Sunday.
Alex Miceli talks about the U.S. taking 10-6 lead
Our Alex Miceli wraps up Saturday's action at the 2012 Ryder Cup
