Sorenstam aims to leave at top with minimum of second-guessing
Most likely the best female golfer ever, Annika Sorenstam says Tuesday she will call it quits after this season. There aren't many 'what ifs' about the 37-year-old's career; will there be in regards to her retirement? Time will tell, Steve Elling says.

USGA committed to setting up Torrey Pines for fantastic finish
Typical U.S. Open headline: Player screws up less than others, grinds way to title. Steve Elling wants to see somebody win it with a spectacular shot and says we might see that at Torrey Pines with USGA plans to make 18 a reachable par-5 with eagle in the mix -- for everybody.

Sergio finds the mark and confidence at right time
Talk about facing your demons. Known for previous putting failures, Sergio Garcia sinks numerous pressure putts in winning TPC, which has Steve Elling saying Garcia is ready to take the next step.

Laugh all you want: Goydos leads TPC
Paul Goydos leads after three rounds at the TPC. No, that's not a joke. Those come afterwards, as the leader rips up the pressroom with his sharp sense of humor. And after the last round, perhaps Goydos will be the one laughing last, Steve Elling says.

Quieter Kim managing just fine on his own
The calls keep coming, but Anthony Kim is focused on golf. Solidly in contention after two rounds at the Players Championship, the 22-year-old is firing on all cylinders, even with the distractions that come from having no agent, Steve Elling says.

When Tiger stays home, so do the fans
We know more people watch tournaments when Tiger Woods is involved. Now Steve Elling gets a first-hand look at the local impact when the world's No. 1 player is absent. It isn't pretty with fans staying away from the Players Championship.

Getting it to the hole might finally pull Sergio out of one
His inability to match his putting with the rest of his game has kept Sergio Garcia from winning in three seasons, but his 66 Thursday has him on top at the Players Championship. Steve Elling says an old flatstick and new approach on the green might provide the breakthrough he's looking for.