The Irish have an uncanny knack of playing pivotal roles in European success at the biennial spectacular, says Simon Lewis

COLIN MONTGOMERIE has never been one to down play his own prospects or boosting those of his rivals.

CHAD CAMPBELL emerged as the new leader at Augusta yesterday but this looks like being one of the most exciting Masters weekends for a long time.

THERE was a time five years ago when the rest of the world’s best players were clearly intimidated by Tiger Woods.

Annika Sorenstam’s historic season has been recognised with her winning the 2003 Golf Writers’ Trophy.