He made a spirited run at Tiger Woods on Sunday, but Ernie Els couldn't quite pull it off. Instead, the Big Easy will play back in his mind over and over again three shots that meant the difference between victory and defeat.

Woody Austin didn't quite pull off the big upset, but he gave Tiger Woods a tussle on the back nine and posted his best-ever finish in a major. He's already looking forward to both the Presidents Cup and the rest of a rejuvenated career.

The 10 automatic berths on the United States and International squads for the 2007 Presidents Cup were finalized Sunday in Tulsa, with Woody Austin and Stuart Appleby earning spots. The captain's picks will be announced Monday.

Someday someone will step up and snatch a major championship away from Tiger Woods. It's inevitable. Or is it? PGATOUR.com's John Maginnes says until that day comes, all we can do is genuflect at the alter of greatness that is the world's best player.

Phil Mickelson, who failed to win a major for the first time since 2003, wishes he'd had just a bit more time to prepare. Plus, rakes cause big problems, and big numbers, for two players on Sunday; John Senden finishes strong, and more. 

Tiger Woods persevered to win the PGA Championship Sunday with a controlled performance that was a masterful display of mental excellence, says Jim Litke. He's now won five of the last 12 majors, and seems better than ever.

For the fifth time in his career Sunday, Stephen Ames found himself facing off against Tiger Woods in a pressure-packed setting. And for the fifth time, the Canadian couldn't muster much of a challenge for the world No. 1.

Justin Rose finished in the top 12 in all four majors this season, and he credited his preparation for his success. Now, he says, if he can just execute a little better, there's no reason he can't win a major for himself down the road.

As the world of golf assembled at Southern Hills for the 2007 PGA Championship, famed Oakland Hills in suburban Detroit was busily selling tickets and getting its historic South Course ready to host the 2008 PGA Championship.

University of Illinois Golf Coach Mike Small won the crystal trophy as the best-finishing PGA Professional Sunday to cap off a unique week for him. Small won the Illinois Open on Wendesday before rushing to Tulsa for the PGA Championship.

In the final edition of his blog from Southern Hills, PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb offers his appreciation to PGA Champion Tiger Woods and, just as important, to everyone in Oklahoma who made the week such a success.

Dave Bryan enjoyed a fun-filled week as the PGA Head Professional at host Southern Hills. But Sergio Garcia's disqualification Saturday provided a unique and special opportunity for Bryan -- playing with a fellow PGA member as a marker.

Lee Westwood finished his week at Southern Hills with a flawless 68 to go with his opening 69. He made the cut in all four majors this year, and hopes his performance here will help him step up and contend in the big events next year.

England's Simon Dyson took two weeks off before the 89th PGA Championship, during which he didn't touch a club. He might want to make that strategy a regular routine because on Sunday his stellar 6-under 64 gave him his best finish in a major.

Thirty years later, it remains one of the most hair-raising finishes in golf history. As Hubert Green was heading toward victory in the 1977 U.S. Open at Southern Hills, a phoned-in death threat turned the day into much more than a golf tournament.

Even Ernie Els admits it: The stats indicate that Tiger Woods is a huge favorite to take home the Wanamaker Trophy Sunday night. But Els and the rest of the players near the top plan to do everything they can to engineer a major upset at Southern Hills.

In his fourth blog from the 89th PGA Championship at Southern Hills, PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb reflects on his week up to Saturday, including his meetings with local officials, a couple special dinners and a word of thanks to the media.

Tiger Woods could hardly have been more pleased with his performance Saturday, a round focused on plodding patience and avoiding the big mistake. All that's left, he believes, is to subdue his opponents with a final display of calmness and competence.

Of course, Stephen Ames will try his hardest to win the PGA Championship on Sunday, and he's eager for the chance, even though it's a long shot. But he also knows a strong finish will help him in his quest to make the Presidents Cup.

All of Tiger Woods' pursuers knew they needed to post some good scores Saturday to have a chance to reel him in. A few made up some ground, but Scott Verplank, John Daly and Geoff Ogilvy were among those who fell further behind.

Open Championship winner Padraig Harrington found it tough to get motivated Saturday after starting the third round so far off the pace. Plus, Arron Oberholser tried hard not to get overheated and even found a bright side to the weather, and more.

Ernie Els is finally doing the good things again, evidence his 14 birdies this week at Southern Hills. But the Big Easy can't seem to shake the bad holes that turn a great round into a merely good one. Like the double bogey he made on No. 4 Saturday.

Sergio Garcia was disqualified from the 89th PGA Championship on Saturday when he signed an incorrect scorecard following his third round at Southern Hills Country Club. It was the first time Garcia had ever been DQ'd from a major championship.

Boo Weekley admittedly doesn't know a lot about golf history, the Ryder Cup or the upcoming FedExCup. But he does know his way around Southern Hills Country Club pretty good, evidenced by his stellar 5-under 65 at the 89th PGA Championship.

Trevor Immelman found out Saturday that playing Southern Hills in the morning can be to one's advantage, especially when the intense heat forces tournament officials to water the greens right up until the first tee time.

The squads for the 2007 Presidents Cup will be decided Sunday, and John Maginnes is eager to see who's in and who's out. Among those whose fates are up in the air are Stephen Ames, Andres Romero, John Rollins and Brett Wetterich.

The lone two PGA Golf Professionals to make it to the weekend at the 89th PGA Championship have had better days. But Mike Small and Ryan Benzel will try to forget about Saturday and put all their energy into finishing strong on Sunday.

Tiger Woods really wanted that birdie putt on No. 18 to fall for a 62 that would have set a new mark for lowest round in a major. When it lipped out for a record-tying 63, he settled for a two-shot lead that makes the PGA Championship very much his to lose.

In tying a major record for low score with a 63 on Friday, Jim Litke says, Tiger Woods got closer to perfect than he ever has in one of golf's big four events. And now, it seems, no one can stop him from ending his year with yet another major title.

Tiger Woods will tee off in the third round of the PGA Championship with a two-shot lead and the knowledge that he has never lost a major when leading at this point. He got there by tying the all-time low mark in a major with a 63.

Watching John Daly play Southern Hills is like watching somebody drive on the wrong side of the highway. He wasn't quite as amazing in a topsy-turvy 73 Friday, but he again thrilled his huge gallery with an awesome display of power golf.

Few players on the PGA TOUR have persevered through as many physical problems as Scott Verplank. But the former Oklahoma State star is on top of his game after an emotional win at the EDS Byron Nelson Championship and thrilled to be in the hunt so close to home.

Geoff Ogilvy hit the halfway point a mere three shots behind leader Tiger Woods, but was disgusted at the way he's finished both his rounds. If he can hit a few more fairways, he believes, he can overtake Woods and grab a second major crown.

Thinking negatively as always, Woody Austin made a very positive move up the leaderboard Friday. Even though he bemoaned his loose shots, missed putts and overall lack of success, he's in the thick of things heading into the weekend.

The 69 Camilo Villegas posted Friday was even more impressive considering he was up most of the night with a bout of food poisoning. The charismatic Colombian is looking forward to a good night's sleep and chasing Tiger Woods on Saturday.

Two PGA Golf Professionals will continue their play into the weekend, but all 20 that made the trip to Tulsa will cherish their experience as representatives of their association and as competitors on golf's grandest stage.

At the end of a frantic Friday at Southern Hills, Stephen Ames of Canada and three Americans made the cut and dramatically impoved their chances of qualifying for Royal Montreal. Several players also hurt their chances by falling short.

In the final edition of his blog from Southern Hills, PGA Professional Chip Sullivan discusses his feelings about his play and the memories he'll take home with him. He also reveals the golf challenges he's most looking forward to next.

Paul McGinley struggled to a 74 Thursday, but bounced back with a solid 66 on Friday to jump 61 spots up into a tie for ninth at the halfway point. McGinley put himself under pressure to make the cut, and feels good that he responded so well.

In his third blog from Southern Hills, PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb reflects on a Friday that not many will forget, thanks to Tiger Woods' record-tying round, two special PGA Golf Professionals and special putt by a special girl.

Padraig Harrington birdied his opening hole at Southern Hills Friday, but made only one more birdie the rest of the day en route to a 73. That ticked him off, he said, because he felt the conditions were there to score well, as Tiger Woods proved.

Sure, Stephen Ames is focused on trying to win his first major at the 89th PGA Championship. But the Canadian also has in the back of his mind the upcoming Presidents Cup, and a good finish at Southern Hills would force International captain Gary Player to take notice.

Patience is indeed a virtue in major championships, and John Senden did a marvelous Job impression at the PGA Championship on Friday. After throwing away three shots on two holes, the Aussie righted his ship with three straight birdies.

PGATOUR.com's John Maginnes says we should take it easy on first-round leader Graeme Storm, who tumbled down the PGA Championship leaderboard Friday after struggling to a 76. After all, sometimes center stage is the cruelest position to be in.

Hailing from Alabama, XM Radio's Doug Bell knows hot. That's why he's amused to hear everybody in Tulsa this week talking about how hot it is at Southern Hills for the 89th playing of the PGA Championship.

After struggling to establish himself as a professional golfer, Graeme Storm spent a winter working at a cream cake factory. Sobered by his experience, he rededicated himself to golf, and led the PGA Championship after Round One in Tulsa.

After a long stretch of trouble both on and off the course, John Daly had it all going on again Thursday at Southern Hills. Daly first wowed the crowd, then charmed the press corps, again reminding everyone why he remains so popular.

With his bothersome wrist finally feeling better, Phil Mickelson got off to a nice start Thursday at Southern Hills. But he wilted on the back nine, and stumbled to a 3-over 73 that left him eight strokes behind leader Graeme Storm.

Anyone curious about Sergio Garcia's emotional state need only check the leaderboard at Southern Hills Thursday. If not for a couple of missed reads on his last two holes, Garcia would be right with the leaders. Even so, he's only five back.

John Daly didn't even bother playing a practice round at Southern Hills before he teed off Thursday, then attacked the dogleg-heavy course with his driver. His against-all-odds approach led to a 67 that wowed both the fans and his fellow players.

Fresh off his victory at Carnoustie last month, Padraig Harrington teed off Thursday with less to prove than perhaps anyone in the Southern Hills field. With a big grin on his face, Harrington fired a silky 69 that leaves him very much in the chase.

A misunderstanding brought Bob Estes jetting into Tulsa Thursday morning with more hope than was warranted. Plus, Jim Furyk experiences more rust than pain, Rich Beem dresses up hs 3-wood for the occasion, and more. 

While Masters champion Zach Johnson and Open Championship winner Padraig Harrington got off to promising starts, U.S. open champion Angel Cabrera saw his hopes of a second major go up in smoke on the par-3 sixth hole.

If you thought the only way to cool off at sweltering Southern Hills was to stand in front of one of those mist fans on the course, think again. Better yet, think Tiger Woods, who was red hot before cooling off en route to settling for an opening 1-over 71.

There was a time not long ago when a double-bogey like the one made on No. 16 Thursday would have thrown Arron Oberholser into a tizzy. Not anymore, thanks to a newfound mental -- and physical -- approach that has him feeling good about his game again.

In his second blog from the 89th PGA Championship, PGA Professional National Champion Chip Sullivan looks back on what could have been. He certainly was disappointed in his 78, but he remains positive and looks forward to another try on Friday.

Even as he enjoys his return to Southern Hills, John Maginnes can't help but reflect on how much the world outside of golf has changed since the last major here -- and how much the people of Oklahoma have sacrificed to protect us.

Several PGA Golf Professionals got off to excellent starts Thursday and are in good shape to try to make the cut. And though not all of the 20 PGA Golf Professionals played as well as they hoped, all of them relished the chance to be part of the action.

PGA Professional Mike Small sure knows how to get on a confidence high before a major. The University of Illinois golf coach won his third straight Illinois Open on Wednesday, then boarded a late flight to make his Thursday afternoon tee time at Southern Hills.

In his second blog from Southern Hills, PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb tells us about Wednesday night's Distinguished Service Award banquet honoring Jackie Burke Jr., Thursday's great play and the support of the Tulsa community.

PGATOUR.com Coordinating Producer Mark Spoor dug into the storied 89-year history of the PGA Championship and uncovered some interesting and little-known facts and figures about the PGA of America's marquee event.

The countless trees that line the crooked fairways at Southern Hills surely indicate that hitting fairways is crucial. There are, however, some areas of rough around the trees where the grass isn't too thick and the lies aren't too forbidding.

No one would have blamed him had he tossed his clubs into the Barry Burn and walked away from the game. But Sergio Garcia says he's recovered from his crushing loss at Carnoustie, and is ready to shed the dreaded best-player-never-to-have-won-a-major label.

Count Jim Furyk as a fan of the high temperatures at Southern Hills this week. The world No. 2 arrived with a sore upper back, but he finds it easier to get loosen up when it's hot outside. He's pain-free for now, and looking forward to playing.

The President of the PGA of America talks about how his last week has been all about promoting great PGA Professionals, great PGA programs and initiatives, and a great fastball that some Major League team might need.

In this edition of his blog, John Rollins writes that he's feeling good about his game and is impressed with Southern Hills so far. He's hoping a strong showing will give him a boost toward both the Presidents Cup and the FedExCup Playoffs.

United States Ryder Cup captain Paul Azinger went for experience and friendship when choosing his staff for the 2008 Matches at Oakland Hills, picking former captains Raymond Floyd and Dave Stockton and good pal Olin Browne to serve as his assistants.

It took Stewart Cink a while to get over missing a very short putt that cost him a chance to win the 2001 U.S. Open at Southern Hills. He's back now, feeling more confidence than regret, and believing he has what it takes to win now.

Seven players in the PGA Championship field played college golf at nearby Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. They're rekindling their old Sooner-Cowboy rivalry, but also are feeling the love from the locals who are glad to see them return.

In the first edition of his daily blog from Southern Hills, 2007 PGA Professional National Champion Chip Sullivan talks about how his life -- but not him or his family -- has changed since winning the title, and about the heat here in Tulsa, of course.

Of our eight experts, exactly half predict that Tiger Woods will win his fourth PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club. Check out who the other half think will take home the Wanamaker Trophy, and who everyone's sleeper picks are.

Who better to tell us about Southern Hills Country Club, site of the 89th PGA Championship, than PGA Head Professional Dave Bryan. In this major championship edition of Local Knowledge, Bryan talks about how to play the famed Tulsa layout.

Forget that they spend the majority of their time running a golf shop, conducting clinics or making sure they have in stock the color shirt Mrs. Smith demands. The 20 PGA Professionals in the field for the 89th PGA Championship are here to compete.

Along with most everyone else at Southern Hills this week, PGA of America Director of Community Relations Earnie Ellison has been a busy man. From working with local charities to organizing the first PGA Learning Center on site, there has been much to do.

Fresh off his final-round domination of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational last week, Tiger Woods enters the 89th PGA Championship feeling mighty fine. "I just think that winning gives you confidence no matter what," he said.

Despite sliding into the season's final major at Southern Hills in somewhat of a slump, Phil Mickelson says his ailing left wrist is better than it's been in a long time. Still, Lefty says, "I haven't been able to perform the way I want to."

You would be hard-pressed to find a player who has his game more in order than Scott Verplank, who has finished ninth or better in five of his last six starts. But a major win at Southern Hills in his home state would surpass everything.

As if dealing with a difficult course in major championship condition weren't tough enough, players at the 89th PGA Championship must handle an oppressive heat wave that is predicted to push temperatures above the 100-degree mark all week.

PGATOUR.com's Brett Avery says that even though Tiger Woods has not won a major in 12 months, there's no one TFI likes better at Southern Hills than the world No. 1. On the other hand, who he doesn't like might surprise you.

Vijay Singh has consistently excelled in previous events at Southern Hills. Plus, keep your eye on the last group on Sunday, Andres Romero is on the move in more ways than one, several winners this year share success in one stat category, and more.

Having lost a U.S. Open and then won an Open Championship by the narrowest of margins, Padraig Harrington will tee off at Southern Hills more appreciative than most of how easily major success can become failure, and vice-versa.

If you find yourself unable to tune in to TNT's exclusive coverage of the 89th PGA Championship next week, fear not for PGA.com's PGA Championship Live will bring all the action from Southern Hills right to your computer.

It's not just the tough par 4s, or the pitched greens, or the gnarly rough that make Southern Hills a major championship course. But throw in an oppressive Oklahoma heat, and you have one uniquely tough test, according to PGATOUR.com's Dave Shedloski.

TNT Emmy Award-winning essayist Jim Huber says winning a major championship is a life-altering experience. Just ask Zach Johnson, Angel Cabrera, Padraig Harrington and whoever is fortunate enough to hoist the famed Wanamaker Trophy next Sunday at Southern Hills.

Tiger Woods arrived at the PGA Championship on a roll, says Jim Litke, and Southern Hills is one of those 1930s-era Midwestern classics that he loves. Given how the pieces are falling into place, he wonders if anyone can keep pace.

Seve Ballesteros' victory in the 1979 Open Championship opened the door for several Europeans to win majors. After his breakthrough at Carnoustie, Padraig Harrington would love to see his contemporaries begin to enjoy major success, too.

Despite his success worldwide, Paul Casey of England always seemed to struggle in the majors. He decided to try preparing for them as if they were regular events, and his performances in the biggest of events have greatly improved.

Sergio Garcia believes he's over his disappointment at losing the Open Championship last month, and is ready to prove he's back to his old self. He's hitting the ball well, he says, and is hoping to get right back into contention in Tulsa.

While the world of golf assembles at Southern Hills for the 2007 PGA Championship, famed Oakland Hills in suburban Detroit is busily selling tickets and getting its historic South Course ready to host the 2008 PGA Championship.

The tension at the PGA Championship is more intense than at any other major because everyone knows time is running out on their quest to win one of golf's great prizes. Based on how the season has gone, the winner could be just about anyone.

Steve Stricker almost won the 1998 PGA Championship at Sahalee, then descended into years of struggle. After a long winter of work in his native Wisconsin, though, he's rediscovered his form, and ranks among the favorites in Tulsa.

Chip Sullivan and Kevin Burton, two of the 20 PGA Professionals participating in the 89th PGA Championship at Southern Hills, are living proof that spirit, determination and medical science can not only save one's golf game, but can also save one's life.

Jack Burke Jr., a former PGA Champion and five-time Ryder Cup competitor, has been selected to receive the 2007 PGA Distinguished Service Award –- The PGA of America's highest annual individual honor.

While the Sooner State is most known for producing Jim Thorpe, Mickey Mantle and University of Oklahoma national football titles, 71-year-old Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa is arguably the state's greatest sports contribution.

When a relative 'unknown' Californian named Dave Stockton won the 1970 PGA Championship title, he defeated not only a tough test in Southern Hills Country Club, but a legion of fans pulling for their hero, Arnold Palmer, as well.

When Perry Maxwell designed Southern Hills Country Club back in 1933, little did the former bank vice president know that the layout nestled in northeast Oklahoma would evolve into one of the most decorated layouts in the United States.

So which is it? Will the PGA Championship produce the fourth first-time major winner of the season, or will one of the game's elite champions claim the season's final major? Melanie Hauser puzzles her way through the list of contenders.

Among America's elite golf courses, Southern Hills is perhaps the most inhospitable venue to the modern power game. With its narrow, undulating fairways and those dazzling doglegs, strategy more than strength is the secret to success. 

The PGA Championship has a long history with the PGA TOUR but, John Maginnes explains, the season's final major also honors working club professionals everywhere by including 20 of the best of them in the starting field each year.

The PGA Championship winner will round out the foursome for the 25th PGA Grand Slam of Golf, set for Oct. 15-17 in Bermuda. Zach Johnson, Angel Cabrera and Padraig Harrington are already in the field for the $1.35 million shootout.

With the 89th PGA Championship two months away, defending champion Tiger Woods discussed the changes at Southern Hills, how fatherhood will affect his preparations and more in a special media day news conference.

Tournament officials have announced a unique opportunity for smaller businesses and groups to enjoy all the benefits of a full Corporate Hospitality package. The new Snug Harbor package includes food, beverage, parking, shuttle service and more.

Fans can now purchase official 2007 PGA Championship merchandise at the newly opened PGA Golf Shop at Southern Hills Country Club. Along with merchandise, fans can also buy tournament tickets and sign up for volunteer positions.

Be there in person when history unfolds at legendary Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla., by purchasing tickets to the 89th PGA Championship. Ticket prices range from $30 for a daily Practice Round ticket to $415 for a coveted Wanamaker Club Ticket, good for all seven days of the Championship. Order yours today!

In August 2007, Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla., will become the first golf course to host four PGA Championships. The course has a rich history and a tradition of excellence in the golf community.

Southern Hills Country Club will become the first course to play host to four PGA Championships when it welcomes the 89th PGA Championship in 2007. The event will mark the seventh time the Tulsa, Okla., course has hosted a major championship.

The city of Tulsa, which sits in the heart of America, boasts a wide variety of attractions for residents and visitors to enjoy. Tulsa is home to several historic buildings, museums, art and the Popular Cain's Ballroom.