Golf

Winner Of High School Golf Tournament Denied Trophy, Because She's A Girl

4:37pm October 26, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Emily Nash was allowed to compete in a Massachusetts boys golf tournament, as part of her team. But she couldn't win individual prizes — despite a four-stroke victory over the next-best player.

Chris Solomon (right), with No Laying Up co-founder Todd Schuster at Royal Lytham & St. Annes Golf Club in England.

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Long Shot: Moonlighting Golf Blogger Quits His Day Job

12:56pm August 09, 2017

by Kevin Leahy

The golf blog No Laying Up was Chris Solomon's side-hustle. Now he's going all-in with an irreverent approach that draws a huge audience, including top PGA tour players.

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Golfers work on the 16th green during a practice round Wednesday at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J. The U.S. Women's Open Golf Championship starts there today.

Some Women's Golf Fans Are Teed Off To See Major Tourney At Trump Course

5:03am July 13, 2017

by Joel Rose

The U.S. Women's Open golf tournament begins Thursday at the Trump course in New Jersey. Fans agree that it's a beautiful course, but some object to helping boost a Trump-owned business.

Ozzie Ling, manager of Shanghai's Yingyi Golf Club, says government inspection squads will sometimes visit his club, looking for wayward government officials who might be guests of the club.

China's Government Tightens Its Grip On Golf, Shuts Down Courses

9:28am June 23, 2017

by Rob Schmitz

China has had a complicated history with golf. At one time, the country seemed golf crazy, but it became synonymous with corrupt officials. Once again it is in the crosshairs of China's government.

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Tiger Woods, shortly after his arrest early Monday in Jupiter, Fla.

Tiger Woods Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI In Florida

4:00pm May 29, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

The all-time golf great was booked Monday morning in Jupiter, Fla., on suspicion of driving under the influence. He was released just a few hours later.

Donald Trump plays a round of golf after the opening of The Trump International Golf Links Course on July 10, 2012, in Balmedie, Scotland.

Trump, The Golfer In Chief

8:07am April 23, 2017

by Scott Horsley

President Trump plays a lot of golf. But not nearly as much as Woodrow Wilson.

Sergio García of Spain reacts after making his birdie putt on the 18th green to win the Masters golf tournament after a playoff against Englishman Justin Rose on Sunday in Augusta, Ga.

Sergio García Bests Justin Rose To Win Masters, His First Major Championship

2:51am April 10, 2017

by Doreen McCallister

Before the sudden-death playoff, Spain's Sergio García trailed Englishman Justin Rose by 2 shots with 6 holes remaining. After Sunday's dramatic finish, it was García who was wearing the green jacket.

Hideki Matsuyama, of Japan, watches his tee shot on the 14th hole during a practice round for the Masters golf tournament Tuesday in Augusta, Ga.

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Let's Ring In Spring With The Masters Golf Tournament

5:37am April 05, 2017

by Frank Deford

We've passed the vernal equinox and baseball's Opening Day was Monday, but Frank Deford argues that there's really only one true first day of spring: the arrival of the Masters golf tournament.

A flag flies on a green lined with villas at the Trump International Golf Club in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The 18-hole golf course bearing Donald Trump's name exemplifies the questions surrounding his international business interests.

Trump's Sons Heading To Dubai As Business Interests Continue To Expand Overseas

6:26pm February 17, 2017

by Jackie Northam

The president's eldest sons will cut the ribbon on a new Trump golf course in Dubai this weekend. The Trump family stands to profit, while U.S. taxpayers pick up the tab for Secret Service protection.

Adam Scott of Australia plays during the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship at the Trump National Doral Blue Monster course in 2016.

Trump's Supreme Court Nominee Could Hear Case Affecting Trump Golf Courses

6:04am January 29, 2017

by Greg Allen

When President Trump nominates a new Supreme Court justice, he will be choosing someone who may rule on a case affecting golf course profits. The case helps illustrate Trump's conflicts of interest.