AllInOneNews: Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods opens season away from 'home'

Wed Jan 25 19:12:22 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] A familiar face in these parts is beginning his season in an unfamiliar place. Tiger Woods is in Abu Dhabi, not at Torrey Pines.

Tiger Woods 'feeling explosive' heading into PGA Tour

Tue Feb 07 15:57:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Tiger Woods offers insight into his game ahead of the AT&T National Pro-Am at Pebble Beach, saying he has moved on from rehabilitating his injuries and is now able to focus on training.Tiger Woods, wearing a windbreaker and answering questions both humorously and seriously, spoke nearly 1,540 words of insight about his own game and that of his amateur playing partner this week at the AT&T National Pro-Am, Dallas quarterback Tony Romo.

Wojciechowski: A healthy Tiger Woods trending upward

Tue Feb 07 17:32:35 CST 2012

[ESPN] Tiger Woods opens his 2012 PGA Tour season at Pebble Beach in a much better place -- physically and mentally -- than he's been in quite some time, writes ESPN.com's Gene Wojciechowski.

Harig: Tiger Woods on the right path

Sun Jan 29 15:20:43 CST 2012

[ESPN] After his T-3 performance in Abu Dhabi, the inevitable question remains: Is Tiger Woods back? A closer look at his week in the desert says not yet, but he's not far off, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.

Tiger Woods shares lead in Abu Dhabi

Sat Jan 28 11:16:51 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods is tied for the clubhouse lead with Robert Rock at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship after a third-round 6-under 66.

Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy in the hunt in Abu Dhabi

Fri Jan 27 13:33:19 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods roared into contention in the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Friday and sits two shots behind.

Harig: Annoyed Tiger Woods shows progression

Thu Feb 09 23:34:27 CST 2012

[ESPN] After a 68 on Thursday at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, Tiger Woods didn't sound pleased, despite his stats saying otherwise. And maybe that's a good thing for him, writes ESPN.com's Bob Harig.

Tiger Woods starts with a 68 at Spyglass Hill

Thu Feb 09 21:26:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Woods is five shots behind leaders, but his round is impressive at the course. Dustin Johnson is one of three players at nine under.Reporting from Pebble Beach — Tiger Woods is tied for 15th place.

Attention returns to Tiger Woods at Pebble Beach

Tue Feb 07 18:34:44 CST 2012

[Associated Press] PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) -- Bill Murray stumbled into the back of a crowded conference room Tuesday just as Tiger Woods was wrapping up his press conference at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. The "Caddyshack" star looked more confused than usual....

Tiger Woods can't close strong at Abu Dhabi Championship

Sun Jan 29 19:40:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Tied for the lead entering final round, Woods shoots an even-par 72 and finishes third, two shots behind winner Robert Rock.ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Tiger Woods talked all week about his improved ball control — then it let him down when he needed it most.

Tiger Woods offers solution against long putters

Tue Feb 07 17:33:25 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Tiger Woods has a solution to long putters ' make them no longer than the shortest club in the bag. Woods said Tuesday at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am he has "never been a fan" of long putters that players either anchor into their belly or the broom-style putters that are pressed against the chest.

Tiger Woods earns share of Abu Dhabi lead

Sat Jan 28 17:15:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] He shoots a six-under 66 in the third round to move into a tie atop the leaderboard with England's Robert Rock. Eight golfers are within three shots of the world's former No. 1 player.ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Tiger Woods put himself in position to win his second straight tournament Saturday, and this one would leave little doubt about which direction his game is going.

Monday Four-Ball: Is Tiger Woods back?

Mon Jan 30 06:43:55 CST 2012

[ESPN] And what kept him from winning in Abu Dhabi?

Charlie Wi leads by three after second round at Pebble Beach

Fri Feb 10 21:29:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Wi, who remembers playing Tiger Woods as a youth, holds a three-stroke lead over second-place Dustin Johnson.Reporting from Pebble Beach — Charlie Wi was born in Seoul but spent much of his childhood in Los Angeles. And it was in Long Beach where Wi remembers first playing against Tiger Woods.

Monday Four-Ball: Tiger Woods expectations?

Mon Feb 06 10:46:30 CST 2012

[ESPN] Who else should we be watching this week at Pebble Beach?

Ten Minutes With Gary Player

Thu May 27 11:00:00 CDT 2010

[Forbes] The golf great on his career, the game today and Tiger Woods.

Are we seeing the return of Tiger Woods?

Sat Jan 28 10:40:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Who is this guy tearing it up at the HSBC Golf Championship in Abu Dhabi?

Four-Ball: To stay close, Tiger Woods needs to go low at MPCC

Fri Feb 10 09:34:09 CST 2012

[ESPN] Plus, we share some of the best shots we saw in Round 1

Woods's recovery dented in Abu Dhabi

Sun Jan 29 14:27:07 CST 2012

[BBC News] Iain Carter on how Tiger Woods is still striving to find consistency

What are you expecting from Tiger this year?

Wed Feb 08 04:21:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods is never satisfied with his game. So how scared should the field be when he's talking positive?

America's Most Disliked Athletes

Tue Feb 07 11:27:56 CST 2012

[Forbes] Michael Vick edges Tiger Woods to stay on top. Ndamukong Suh jumps on board.

Can Tiger return to top? The pros and cons

Wed Feb 08 16:16:16 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] There are those who think Tiger Woods will reclaim his seat at the top of the game, and those who say his best days are behind him.

Woods Offers Solution Against Long Putters

Tue Feb 07 13:48:41 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Tiger Woods has a solution to long putters ' make them no longer than the shortest club in the bag.

Woods swayed by appearance cash

Tue Jan 24 09:25:34 CST 2012

[BBC News] Tiger Woods admits receiving appearance money affects which tournaments he chooses to play.

Snedeker Wins Playoff After Stanley Meltdown

Mon Jan 30 04:43:31 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Kyle Stanley was so good for 71 holes at Torrey Pines that his performance drew comparisons with Tiger Woods.

Tiger wants to ban long putter

Tue Feb 07 21:45:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Tiger Woods reveals he's been talking to golf's powerbrokers about a rule to ban the long putter.

Tiger on Pebble partner Romo: 'Hell of a golfer'

Tue Feb 07 16:36:08 CST 2012

[ESPN] Count Tiger Woods among those impressed with Tony Romo's ability to get the ball in play -- and not just on a football field, either.

Evans: Five things we learned this week in golf

Sun Jan 29 21:30:04 CST 2012

[ESPN] Robert Rock only had to beat the Tiger Woods of 2012, not of 2000. That shouldn't take away from his Abu Dhabi victory, though, writes ESPN.com's Farrell Evans.

On Par: Woods Speaks Out Against Long Putters

Tue Feb 07 17:34:32 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Describing himself as a traditionalist, Tiger Woods said he was opposed to putters that can be anchored against the body, which have become more popular on the PGA Tour in recent years.

Snedeker wins playoff after Stanley meltdown

Mon Jan 30 04:42:34 CST 2012

[Associated Press] SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kyle Stanley was so good for 71 holes at Torrey Pines that his performance drew comparisons with Tiger Woods....

Tiger Woods: I feel explosive again

Wed Feb 08 10:20:24 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] Former world No. 1 Tiger Woods is confident he is returning to top form ahead of his first PGA Tour appearance of 2012 at Pebble Beach this week.

Golf: Tiger 'feels explosive again'

Wed Feb 08 10:16:32 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] Former world No. 1 Tiger Woods is confident he is returning to top form ahead of his first PGA Tour appearance of 2012 at Pebble Beach this week.

Woods no fan of long, belly putters

Tue Feb 07 16:04:58 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods said Tuesday at Pebble Beach the use of anchoring belly or broomstick putters to the body should be banned.

Woods offers solution against long putters

Tue Feb 07 13:47:02 CST 2012

[Associated Press] PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) -- Tiger Woods has a solution to long putters - make them no longer than the shortest club in the bag....

Inside the ropes: Tiger returns to Pebble Beach

Mon Feb 06 13:13:56 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Not unlike most people who have been there, Pebble Beach is one of Tiger Woods' favorite places, especially during the summer.

'Pebble is a heat check for Tiger'

Tue Feb 07 23:18:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] The Golf Show's Brett Ogle says Tiger Woods's long-awaited return to Pebble Beach will test his new swing and new-found confidence.

Tiger looks forward to teaming with Tony Romo

Tue Feb 07 13:59:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods is impressed by Tony Romo's power as the two prepare to play at Pebble Beach.

This week in golf, at a glance

Tue Feb 07 10:55:36 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods returns to Pebble Beach for the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, and the LPGA opens its season with the Women's Australian Open.

Wojciechowski: Tiger Woods' victory tour not far off

Fri Feb 10 20:13:23 CST 2012

[ESPN] Even though Tiger's first official win since 2009 probably won't happen this week at Pebble, he's inching closer to that breakthrough performance, writes ESPN.com's Gene Wojciechowski.

Rock Looking for 2nd Consecutive Win in Dubai

Wed Feb 08 07:18:39 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] After beating Tiger Woods at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, rising star Robert Rock says he no longer fears playing against the big names.

Woods, Back at Pebble Beach, Has the Experience of Winning

Tue Feb 07 20:18:02 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Before Tiger Woods became the Mariano Rivera of golf, he struggled to close out a victory on the PGA Tour the way Kyle Stanley and Spencer Levin have in recent weeks.

Mickelson, Tiger back-to-back in world's top 20

Mon Jan 30 10:30:05 CST 2012

[ESPN] Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are again back-to-back in the world golf ranking. But there's still plenty of contenders ahead of them.

Tiger's take on Haney's book: 'Unprofessional'

Thu Jan 19 18:13:51 CST 2012

[ESPN] While stressing that he remains appreciative for all that Hank Haney did for his career, Tiger Woods on Thursday criticized his former coach for writing a book that will be released just prior to the Masters.

Tiger tied for 3rd in Abu Dhabi

Fri Jan 27 04:13:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods shot a 69 in the second round and is now tied for third at the HSBC Championship in Abu Dhabi.

Rock holds off McIlroy and Woods

Sun Jan 29 06:50:50 CST 2012

[BBC News] England's Robert Rock repels Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy to claim the biggest win of his career at the Abu Dhabi Championship.

Woods set to make Abu Dhabi debut

Mon Jan 23 10:03:13 CST 2012

[BBC News] Tiger Woods has the chance to return to the world top-10 when he makes his debut in the Abu Dhabi Championship this week.

Forbes: Vick, Tiger among 'disliked' jocks

Wed Feb 08 07:43:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Michael Vick, Tiger Woods, Plaxico Burress and Ndamukong Suh lead the list of America's most 'disliked' athletes, according to Forbes

All eyes on Tiger at Pebble Beach

Wed Feb 08 19:16:43 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] A couple of Bills (Murray and Belichick) will get their share of attention at Pebble Beach this week, but the biggest spotlight will once again shine on Tiger Woods, writes Alan Shipnuck.

Love III expects healthy Tiger in Ryder Cup

Wed Feb 08 17:58:37 CST 2012

[ESPN] Fred Couples was roundly criticized last year when he said Tiger Woods would be on his Presidents Cup team well before Couples had to make any sort of commitment.

Golf: Tiger may need to learn how to win

Tue Jan 31 11:30:00 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Tiger Woods laughed at the question and it was hard to blame him.He has won 82 times around the world, including 14 majors. In the 47 tournaments where he had the outright lead going into the final round, only four players managed...

Clarke hails Europe 'golden era'

Tue Jan 03 10:49:22 CST 2012

[BBC News] Open champion Darren Clarke believes European golf is experiencing another "golden era" and believes Tiger Woods will be a force again in 2012.

Tiger pleased with progress despite Sunday disappointment

Mon Jan 30 01:28:05 CST 2012

[Reuters] LONDON (Reuters) - Tiger Woods's joint third-place finish at the Abu Dhabi Championship showed the former world number one was getting closer to regaining his imperious form of old.

Tiger falters as Rock wins Abu Dhabi Championship

Sun Jan 29 11:09:34 CST 2012

[Associated Press] ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- Tiger Woods talked all week about his improved ball control - then it let him down when he needed it most....

Tiger falters at Abu Dhabi, finishing 2 shots shy

Sun Jan 29 15:16:26 CST 2012

[ESPN] The steady, solid play that marked Tiger Woods' golf through his first three rounds of the year in the Middle East suddenly and surprisingly left him Sunday.

Wi Leads By 3 Shots In Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Fri Feb 10 19:11:41 CST 2012

[The New York Times] Charlie Wi built a three-shot lead in the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am; Tiger Woods is six strokes behind.

Tiger struggles, hoping to shoot 'a low one'

Fri Feb 10 18:58:58 CST 2012

[ESPN] While Tiger Woods struggled to get approach shots close to the hole or putts to drop -- or both -- it was Phil Mickelson who made a nice run up the leaderboard, shooting a 5-under-par 65 at Monterey Peninsula Country Club on Friday.

Vick, Tiger, America's most 'disliked' jocks

Wed Feb 08 07:43:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Michael Vick, Tiger Woods, Plaxico Burress and Ndamukong Suh lead the list of America's most 'disliked' athletes, according to Forbes

Chopra 'so pumped' after pair of holes-in-one

Tue Feb 07 18:51:12 CST 2012

[ESPN] Word spread quickly at Pebble Beach on Tuesday, prompting pats on the back and good-natured barbs. Daniel Chopra even had Tiger Woods wondering when the free drinks were forthcoming -- protocol when a player makes a hole in one.

Haney defends himself from Tiger criticism

Wed Feb 01 05:25:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Tiger Woods believes Hank Haney violated the man-rules by writing a book about their time together. Haney believes in the first amendment.

VIDEO: McIlroy happy with Abu Dhabi opener

Thu Jan 26 12:10:02 CST 2012

[BBC News] Rory McIlroy is happy with his opening 67 at the Abu Dhabi Championship and says he enjoyed his three-ball alongside Tiger Woods and Luke Donald

Golf: England's Rock upstages Woods

Sun Jan 29 13:58:50 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] England's Robert Rock upstages playing partner Tiger Woods to secure a shock victory in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Sunday.

Wi opens up 3-shot lead at Pebble Beach National Pro-Am

Fri Feb 10 20:34:53 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Charlie Wi was still atop the leaderboard, and Tiger Woods didn't make up ground at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

Tiger gets his PGA Tour season off to solid start

Fri Feb 10 03:05:45 CST 2012

[Associated Press] PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) -- Tiger Woods felt good about the start at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am until he looked at the leaderboard....

Tiger Will Overhaul Jack's Total, Says Harrington

Wed Feb 08 16:23:20 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Padraig Harrington believes that Tiger Woods will surpass the record 18 major victories achieved by Jack Nicklaus without ever regaining his dominance of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Woods falters, Rock wins in Abu Dhabi

Sun Jan 29 11:40:58 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Robert Rock of England held his nerve to hold off Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods and win the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship on Sunday.

Tiger will overhaul Jack's total, says Harrington

Wed Feb 08 11:20:55 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - Padraig Harrington believes that Tiger Woods will surpass the record 18 major victories achieved by Jack Nicklaus without ever regaining his dominance of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

McIlroy, Karlsson lead in Abu Dhabi; Woods 3 back

Thu Jan 26 10:48:59 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Rory McIlroy shot a 5-under 67 at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship for a share of the early lead, three shots in front of Tiger Woods.

Solid Rock Prevents Woods From Flourishing in the Desert

Mon Jan 30 04:17:08 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] A golfing fairytale came true when little-known Briton Robert Rock outplayed 14-times major winner Tiger Woods in a final round shootout to land the Abu Dhabi Championship title.

Woods & Rock share Abu Dhabi lead

Sat Jan 28 12:59:54 CST 2012

[BBC News] Tiger Woods and Robert Rock hold a two-shot lead over a congested leaderboard after a low-scoring third round at the Abu Dhabi Championship.

Woods and Rock share Abu Dhabi lead

Sat Jan 28 12:59:54 CST 2012

[BBC News] Tiger Woods and Robert Rock hold a two-shot lead over a congested leaderboard after a low-scoring third round at the Abu Dhabi Championship.

Poor Putting Lets Tiger Down at Pebble Pro-Am

Fri Feb 10 17:28:54 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Tiger Woods was betrayed by his putter as he carded a second successive 68 at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am to finish Friday's second round six strokes off the early lead.

Woods Makes Encouraging Start at Pebble Beach

Thu Feb 09 20:10:34 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Tiger Woods had a glint in his eye as he made a confident start to his 2012 PGA Tour campaign, firing a four-under-par 68 in Thursday's opening round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

Woods unravels in final round vs. 117th-ranked Rock

Sun Jan 29 09:55:24 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Robert Rock held his nerve Sunday to beat U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship for the biggest win of the Englishman's career.

Golf: Woods' form upturn continues

Fri Feb 10 05:59:51 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] Tiger Woods' recent upsurge in form continues on the first day of the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am as the 14-time major winner cards a four-under-par 68 in his opening round of the PGA Tour season.

Woods makes encouraging start at Pebble Beach

Thu Feb 09 15:09:51 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - Tiger Woods had a glint in his eye as he made a confident start to his 2012 PGA Tour campaign, firing a four-under-par 68 in Thursday's opening round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

Solid Rock prevents Woods from flourishing in the desert

Sun Jan 29 23:14:15 CST 2012

[Reuters] LONDON (Reuters) - A golfing fairytale came true when little-known Briton Robert Rock outplayed 14-times major winner Tiger Woods in a final round shootout to land the Abu Dhabi Championship title.

Golf: Rock upstages Woods to secure shock victory

Sun Jan 29 16:42:48 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] England's Robert Rock upstaged playing partner Tiger Woods to secure a shock victory in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Sunday.

Lee, Wi and Johnson Lifted by Eagles at Pebble

Thu Feb 09 20:43:47 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] A pair of eagles lifted New Zealander Danny Lee into a tie for the first-round lead at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Thursday as Tiger Woods made an encouraging start.

Woods' upturn continues at Pebble Beach

Fri Feb 10 05:59:51 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] Former world No. 1 Tiger Woods' recent upsurge in form continued on the first day of the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am as the 14-time major winner carded a four-under-par 68 in his opening round of the PGA Tour season.

Lee, Wi and Johnson lifted by eagles at Pebble

Thu Feb 09 15:42:35 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - A pair of eagles lifted New Zealander Danny Lee into a tie for the first-round lead at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Thursday as Tiger Woods made an encouraging start.

Woods Commands Pebble Beach Spotlight

Wed Feb 08 14:23:21 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] While celebrities such as actor Bill Murray and musician Kenny G will command a lot of attention at this week's Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, the golfing spotlight will focus mainly on former world number one Tiger Woods.

Putting lets Tiger down at Pebble Pro-Am

Fri Feb 10 14:00:15 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - Tiger Woods was betrayed by his approach play and his putting as he carded a second successive 68 at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am to finish Friday's second round six strokes off the lead.

Woods commands Pebble Beach spotlight

Wed Feb 08 09:21:21 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - While celebrities such as actor Bill Murray and musician Kenny G will command a lot of attention at this week's Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, the golfing spotlight will focus mainly on former world number one Tiger Woods.

Rock upstages Woods to capture Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Mon Jan 30 03:34:17 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] England's Robert Rock upstaged playing partner Tiger Woods to secure a shock victory in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Sunday.

Pebble Beach National Pro-Am is back, and so is Tiger Woods

Wed Feb 08 21:35:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] The golfer is playing the tournament, which begins Thursday, for the first time in 10 yearsReporting from Pebble Beach -- Some things are familiar. The waves crashing against the rocks, sending ocean spray into the air. The sun putting finishing touches of color on the greens. And, for at least this one day, the wind deciding to be silent before it turns mischievous once play starts.

Golf: Woods falters as Rock wins in Abu Dhabi

Sun Jan 29 10:09:08 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Robert Rock held his nerve Sunday to beat U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship for the biggest win of the Englishman's career.The 117th-ranked Rock shot a 2-under 70 for an overall 13-under...

EA's Newest Golf Video Game Features a Two-Year-Old Tiger Woods

Wed Feb 08 16:58:28 CST 2012

[Forbes] Quick, if a golf genie gave you the chance to channel a pro for day, would you choose? The Luke Donald of 2011? Or circa 1997? EA Sports is betting that choice is a no-brainer. That?s why the company?s latest version of its PGA Tour 13 video game adds a new feature allowing players to ...

Korean Wi Sets Pebble Beach Pace, Woods Six Back

Fri Feb 10 18:05:11 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] South Korean Charlie Wi birdied three of his last six holes to grab an early two-shot lead in Friday's second round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am as Tiger Woods finished six strokes off the pace.

Korean Wi sets Pebble Beach pace, Woods six back

Fri Feb 10 13:01:40 CST 2012

[Reuters] (Reuters) - South Korean Charlie Wi birdied three of his last six holes to grab an early two-shot lead in Friday's second round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am as Tiger Woods finished six strokes off the pace.