Brandel Chamblee says the USGA’s identity of being a “knives edge” that tests players welcomes opens scrutiny about course fairness and major results. He stressed that the USGA couldn’t have done a better job in setting up Shinnecock Hills this week for the 126th U.S. Open.
MORE FROM THE MASTERS
12/21/04 -- The Masters will have a guy named Palmer playing at Augusta National next year -- just not the King.
5/7/03 - Winning the Masters comes with perks that Mike Weir never even considered
4/15/03 -- Hootie Johnson defended more than just the all-male membership at Augusta National.
4/15/03 -- Tiger Woods knows history, even if he doesn’t always make it.
By ADAM BARR What did all that TV time mean to equipment companies?
4/14/03 -- Martha Burk is ready for the next phase of her mission to get a female member into Augusta National
4/14/03 -- Photo gallery from the 2003 Masters Tournament - A week that was.
4/13/03 -- Instead of a robe, the Klansman wore a shirt and jeans
4/13/03 -- Despite one of the best closing rounds in Masters history, Len Mattiace was unable to collect his first major title.
4/13/03 -- Phil Mickelson finally came through on a Sunday at the Masters. Didn’t matter, though. Two other players were even better, and Mickelson earned a new title.
4/13/03 -- Tiger Woods, once one putt away from going home, was in great position to make history Sunday
4/13/03 -- Tiger Woods came up well short in his bid for a record three-straight Masters titles. He shot 3-over 75 to finish in a tie for 15th.