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Tiger Woods birdies the 18th to force a playoff at the U.S. Open (video)
Tiger Woods birdies the 18th to force a playoff at the U.S. Open
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  • frasermorrison frasermorrison
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    The guy is unbelievable aint he. You can never write him off. Amazing
    Posted 6/16/2008 respond (flag)
  • billbixby billbixby
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    I was literally nervous before he hit this putt.  And I actually thought he'd miss it.  Haven't we learned by now?  I don't think he's human.
    Posted 6/16/2008 respond (flag)
  • CollegeOTR Sports CollegeOTR Sports
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    He is amazing. He had a bit of a rough game yesterday, but he always finished great. I agree; he is not human.
    Posted 6/16/2008 respond (flag)
  • mh0825 mh0825
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    This was just awesome!  Really exciting
    Posted 6/16/2008 respond (flag)
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