Consider yourself warned: The old Tiger is coming
Tiger Woods is striking the ball with authority and consistency for two solid rounds at Pebble Beach. Steve Elling says a rejuvenated Woods is going to reclaim his throne. It's only a matter of when at this point.

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Tiger's mojo returning at Pebble Beach is bad news for peers
Tiger Woods shoots a 68 and is five shots back at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Whether it's luck, good karma or consistent action, Steve Elling says the former No. 1 player appears to be heading in the right direction.

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Tour 54-hole leaders have been right where field wants 'em
Play well for 54 holes, lead on Sunday and ... you're a dead man? Steve Elling says recent collapses show what players from Tiger Woods on down know: It's hard to win on tour, and being in front often hurts more than it helps.

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New World Order: New No. 10 in player rankings the center of attention
There's little new ground being covered on top of Steve Elling's monthly player rankings, but No. 10 is a blast from the past. Tiger Woods is back with a bullet, and if you're a doubter, Elling asks: Would you pick against him?

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New World Order: 10 players who did the most in raising Arizona
The first tee shot Thursday at the Phoenix Open kicks off one of the season's most raucous events. Steve Elling marks the occasion with the top 10 players from Arizona's two main universities, and the selection process wasn't easy.

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Stanley's grace after Torrey flop sign of true (and future) winner
Kyle Stanley could have hid in a cave after giving away a victory at Torrey Pines, but the youngster faces the music with maturity and grace. Steve Elling says this is a good omen for a still promising career.

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Sunday proves it again: Nothing stirs drama like a par-5 finish
It's so exciting, Steve Elling wonders why it isn't the case more often -- but no overkill, please. Par-5 closing holes led to a pair of gut-wrenching, fantastic finishes Sunday, continuing a trend that goes back decades.