Ernie’s Major ambition

PJ Browne talks to a determined Ernie Els about his 2005 Tour strategy and schedule

DEFENDING champion Stuart Appleby came from four shots off the pace to retain his Mercedes Championships title in Hawaii on Sunday. The Australian closed with a 67 to edge out Jonathan Kaye by one shot on 21 under par.

Tiger Woods (68) and Ernie Els (71) tied for third, two shots behind, but overnight leader Vijay Singh slumped to fifth place.