Minor changes to No. 14 could provide excitement
This year's changes to Augusta National were limited to the 14th hole, the only one on the course without a bunker. The oft-overlooked par 4 is sandwiched between the back nine's two dramatic par 5s.
First-round tee times at Augusta National
Tiger Woods' quest for a fifth green jacket will begin at 10:45 a.m. Thursday. That's when he'll tee off with Luke Donald and Scott Piercy. Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson will tee off 11 minutes earlier. Check out the groupings.
Scott's performance in majors has improved
Adam Scott once struggled in majors, but has two major top-10s in each of the past two seasons, including a second-place finish at the 2011 Masters.
Wozniacki will caddie for McIlroy in Par-3 Contest
Rory McIlroy's girlfriend, tennis star Caroline Wozniacki, will carry the handful of clubs necessary to navigate Augusta National's par-3 course.
10 sleepers to watch at Augusta National
It’s easy to identify the favorite for this year’s Masters. We like to go deep here at Golfweek.com, though. Therefore we give you this list of 10 “sleepers” to consider.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Ted Potter Jr.
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Ted Potter Jr.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Michael Weaver
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Michael Weaver.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Thaworn Wiratchant
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Thaworn Wiratchant.
5 Things: Henley feels nerves Monday at Augusta
Take the electricity of the Masters and add a homecoming to his college state, and you can understand why Russell Henley is feeling nerves already – while Matt Kuchar treats the week in special ways as well.
Masters 2013: Guan gets advice from old guard
Fourteen-year-old amateur Tianlang Guan got quite the on-course education Monday, playing with two-time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw. He also has practice scheduled with Tom Watson and a Par-3 tee time with Nick Faldo.
Greatest tee gift ever received: Masters tickets
Players at the Augusta State Invitational get to go to the Maters practice round on Monday. What they are most looking forward to? Everything.
ASU looking to add event to get into postseason
Augusta State head coach Kevin McPherson had an important task Monday: try to find a one-day event that the Jaguars can play in order to get their record above .500 and become eligible for an NCAA postseason bid.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Scott Piercy
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Scott Piercy.
Masters 2013: Getting to know John Peterson
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: John Peterson.
Texas captures Augusta State Invitational by two
Texas seems to be faring just fine without Jordan Spieth. The Longhorns won the Augusta State Invitational on Sunday for their third win of the season.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Nathan Smith
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Nathan Smith.
Augusta State leads at its own Invitational
The hometown favorites are atop the leaderboard again at the Insperity Augusta State Invitational as they seek an 11th-hour postseason invitation. It’s a familiar storyline here in the shadow of the golf season’s first major. Augusta State shot even-par 576 (283-293) in Saturday’s two rounds at Forest Hills Golf Club to take a two-shot lead over No. 4 Texas (296-282) in this collegiate undercard to the Masters.
Masters 2013: Getting to know Russell Henley
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Russell Henley.
Masters 2013: A look at OWGR trends at Augusta
The Official World Golf Ranking was unveiled in advance of the 1986 Masters, which Jack Nicklaus won dramatically at the age of 46. Here's a look at some trends the OWGR shows.
Masters 2013: A viewer's guide to coverage
This year's Masters will once again provide expansive viewing options to golf fans around the world.
Masters 2013: A look back at 18 years of Tiger
Tiger Woods has experienced some of his greatest moments at the Masters, and contended even when his career has been in turmoil. Here’s how Woods has fared in each of his 18 appearances at Augusta National:
Masters 2013: Getting to know Tianlang Guan
To get you ready for the 2013 Masters, we are breaking down the amateurs and first-timers that will play at Augusta National starting on Thursday, April 11. Today's installment: Tianlang Guan.
Fox in good form as Masters nears
Steven Fox is in good form in advance of his Masters appearance. The U.S. Amateur champion finished second Tuesday at the BancorpSouth Intercollegiate, matching his best finish of the season.
Baek headlines Valero Texas Open qualifiers
Todd Baek shot 65 Monday at The Club at Comanche Trace in Kerrville, Texas, to qualify for the Valero Texas Open. Four players shot 66, with Mathias Gronberg, Conrad Shindler and Zack Fischer grabbing the final three spots in a playoff.
Idle weeks don't drop Kim on Haskins Watch List
Julien Brun, Justin Thomas move up the watch list for the Haskins Award to honor the top men's collegiate golfer, while Michael Kim remains at the top.
Notebook: Paolini impressive for Duke
College Men's Notebook: Duke senior Brinson Paolini shot 83 playing left-handed during the summer. The natural right-hander has been much better this season for the Blue Devils.
Midweek: Top form lingers for Alabama, Whitsett
Golfweek’s Midweek Report updates you on all the latest men's college news and gives you a quick glance at what to look ahead to this weekend.
Tiger returns to No. 1 for first time since 2010
Tiger Woods returned to No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking after his victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Woods last held the top spot on Oct. 30, 2010. The Arnold Palmer was his third victory of 2013.
5 Things: Loar wins Web.com event to take money lead
Ed Loar has bounced back well from his heartbreak at last year’s Q-School. The lefty from Oklahoma State won the Louisiana Open on Sunday and has taken over the No. 1 position on the Web.com Tour’s money list.
Q&A: Steven Fox, Masters qualifier
Chattanooga's Steven Fox, the U.S. Amateur champion, made his second PGA Tour start of the year at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. He'll play in the Masters next month.
New Mexico's Green finishes 22nd in Malaysia
New Mexico sophomore Gavin Green finished 22nd in the Malaysian Open on Sunday, his second consecutive top-25 in an event on a major pro tour. The Malaysian Open was co-sanctioned by the European and Asian tours.
5 Things: Rose, Haas share lead heading into weekend
Justin Rose and Bill Haas are your co-leaders halfway through the Arnold Palmer Invitational. The pair is at 9-under 135, one shot ahead of the reigning rookie of the year John Huh. Here’s 5 Things you need to know from the second round at Bay Hill.
5 Things: Tiger lurks as Rose runs out to Bay Hill lead
Justin Rose took a two-shot lead after the first round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational while Tiger Woods is lurking and Phil Mickelson and Brandt Snedeker are struggling.
O'Hair, Ishikawa go low at Bay Hill, put MCs in past
Sean O'Hair, taking advantage of a sponsor exemption that he wrote and asked Arnold Palmer to extend, and Ryo Ishikawa shoot 69s at Bay Hill to put missed cuts out of mind.
Back-to-back titles and back to No. 1 for Tiger
Tiger Woods could return to No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking with a win this week at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Rory McIlroy’s early-season struggles and Woods’ two wins have put the top spot back within Woods' reach.
Midweek Report: Thomas, Alabama roll along
Alabama, New Mexico and Florida State put up strong performances including the Crimson Tide's runner-up finish at the Southern Highlands and New Mexico's win at the Don Puckette NIT.
UCLA asst. coach completes another marathon
You think 36-hole days are long? Those are just figurative marathons. UCLA assistant men’s golf coach completed a real one, the Los Angeles Marathon, this past weekend.
Two days after wedding, Hurley qualifies for tourney
John Hurley got married Saturday in Houston, drove Sunday to Lafayette, La., and qualified for the Louisiana Open on Monday.
Ogilvy, Howell have yet to secure Masters invitations
The Florida Swing is drawing to a close, as are opportunities to qualify for this year’s Masters. Players can earn invitations to Augusta National by winning one of the next three PGA Tour events or being in the top 50 of the Official World Golf Ranking on April 1.
Spieth's career risk-reward play pays off
Jordan Spieth saw a PGA Tour window of opportunity and put Web.com Tour status at risk – then took full advantage with strong showings in Puerto Rico and Tampa Bay.
5 Things: Streelman goes bogey-free for first win
Kevin Streelman earned his first PGA Tour victory Sunday at the Tampa Bay Championship, shooting a final-round 67 to finish two shots ahead of Boo Weekley. The win came in Streelman’s 153rd career PGA Tour start.
Cal's Kim still atop Haskins Award Watch List
After two victories in a week, Cal's Michael Kim has become the clear favorite to garner the 2013 Haskins Award. Our third Watch List of the spring . . .
Notebook: Simsby gets a look at life without golf
Working as a door-to-door salesman for his stepbrother's business, Washington junior Trevor Simsby finds a new appreciation for life as a college golfer.
PGA Tour Latinoamerica kicks off Thursday
PGA Tour Latinoamerica’s second season begins Thursday with the Mexico Open. Web.com Tour status will be awarded to the top five finishers on the Order of Merit, with the leading money earner winning the Roberto De Vicenzo Award and earning fully-exempt status on the Web.com Tour.
Midweek Report: Kim, Cal cement top spots
A dominant victory at Southern Highlands bolsters the Cal men's No. 1 ranking, while Michael Kim won that tournament as well as the Fresno State Lexus Classic.
5 Things: 'Efficient' Tiger grabs second win of '13
Tiger Woods shot 71 Sunday to win the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship by two shots over Steve Stricker. Here are 5 Things you need to know from Woods’ victory.
McIlroy shows progress with final-round 65
It was good enough to earn Donald Trump’s approval. Rory McIlroy received a thumbs-up and congratulations from Doral’s owner after dissecting his final-round 65 for the press.
5 Things: Tiger in command at Doral
Tiger Woods is in command after shooting 67 Saturday at the WGC-Cadillac Championship. He’ll start the final round with a four-shot lead over Graeme McDowell. Here’s 5 Things you need to know from Saturday at Doral:
5 Things: Birdie record gives Woods lead in Doral
Led by leader Tiger Woods, six of the top eight players on the leaderboard after Friday's second round of the WGC-Cadillac Championship have won majors. That should set up an exciting weekend at Trump Doral. Here's 5 Things you need to know from Friday.
Southern Highlands, Bandon trips make busy weekend for UCLA
UCLA will field teams for both the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters and Bandon Dunes Championship this weekend.
