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Why is nobody talking about Tiger throwing his club

Teflon Tiger

Why is nobody talking about Tiger Woods throwing his driver into the crowd at the Aussie Masters? Maybe his people made a request.

By Mike Walker, Senior Editor, GOLF Magazine
Published: November 16, 2009

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To: All Members of Golf Media
From: Tiger Woods Inc.

Dear friends,

As I’m sure many of you are aware, we had an unfortunate incident in Melbourne on Saturday where Mr. Woods mis-hit his tee shot due to a father taking pictures of his daughter in their front yard about a mile from the course during Mr. Woods’s swing. Following this gross breach of etiquette, Mr. Woods was understandably frustrated. Because of his intense focus and concentration, Mr. Woods didn’t realize that he had flung his club into the ground whereupon it bounced up and flew into the crowd.  Because of Mr. Woods’s stature and your position as reporters, we realize that it must be tempting to relate this incident to the world at large. However, we’d like to remind you that Mr. Woods occupies an exalted position in the golfing world, and it is of the utmost importance to the game that his public persona remains unblemished. In fact, if Mr. Woods were subject to criticism for this incident he would consider demanding that Tour events in which he deigns to participate be played at dawn and be closed to all media and fans except a small group of celebrity athlete friends. Don’t believe it? Just try us.

We appreciate your cooperation in the matter. In exchange for your silence on the unpleasantness in Australia on Saturday, Mr. Woods might acknowledge you by name at some future date. He will also consider saying something noteworthy at a future media conference. If you need to file a story this week, we’d be happy to provide you with quotes from Mr. Woods about the new Gillette Fusion Razor. It really is the future of shaving.

Warmest regards,

Tiger Woods Inc.

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Tiger’s legacy will last for years to come

Golf Australia boss Stephen Pitt believes the full spin off from “Tiger hysteria” which swept the country last week would be be felt for some years.
The immediate benefits of having the game’s greatest player win the Australian Masters at Kingston Heath on Sunday will be quickly gauged by TV ratings, website hits, equipment sales, player registrations and rounds played.
But the full impact, according to Pitt, will not really be felt until young kids, inspired by watching Woods, take up the game in their thousands.
Pitt said one young spectator summed up watching Woods better than anyone could, describing the experience as like “seeing a superhero come to life in front of your eyes”.

http://tvnz.co.nz/golf-news/tiger-s-legacy-last-years-in-australia-3148112

At long last, Michelle Wei wins 1st LPGA Tourney in Mexico

Imagine that.
Wie ended her long wait by tapping in a birdie putt Sunday at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational, and her first tour title may finally quiet the skeptics who second-guessed her career decisions and questioned the fuss over a player without a pro victory.
“Wowwwww …… never thought this would feel THIS great!!!!” Wie posted on her Twitter account.

http://sports.yahoo.com/golf/pga/news?slug=ap-lpgatour&prov=ap&type=lgns

Ames wins in Playoff at Disney

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) – Stephen Ames won his second title in three years at the Children’s Miracle Network Classic on Sunday, edging George McNeill and Justin Leonard in a playoff.
Ames was calm and cool on greens that were too slick for most of the field on a sun-baked day at Disney World. He finished with an 8-under 64 for the clubhouse lead, watching as McNeill (67) and Leonard (67) failed to pass him. Leonard rimmed out a 16-foot putt for the win in regulation, even beginning to pump his fist in celebration only to watch the ball bounce off. He twice left putts short when he was eliminated on the first playoff hole.
“To be this close and not be able to pull it out is disappointing,” Leonard said. “Obviously, I thought I made it by my reaction. I was surprised it didn’t go in.”
http://msn.foxsports.com/golf/story/10370348/Stephen-Ames-wins-in-playoff-at-Disney