The U.S. relied on youth, experience and a player who bridged the generation gap to win the Solheim Cup
September 18, 2005
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Soon after clinching the Cup, Meg Mallon had to be hospitalized
Months after his big score at the Big Stakes, PGA Tour hopeful David Ping has made little progress toward his life's goal, but at least he can pay the bills
By playing smart for four days, the 45-year-old beat a tough course to win the Canadian Open, his first victory since '01
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Roger Federer and Kim Clijsters won the U.S. Open singles titles, but it was ageless Andre Agassi who owned the fans' hearts at Flushing Meadow
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Following the lead of do-it-all quarterback Vince Young, the Longhorns displayed the toughness and resilience to beat Ohio State--and any other team that gets in their way
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